
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Downtown Omaha Neighborhood of Omaha, NE from $550 (59 Rentals)
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Southeast Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Downtown Omaha?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Downtown Omaha Studio Apartments | $1,175 | $730 | $1,616 |
| Southeast Downtown Omaha 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,227 | $595 | $2,896 |
| Southeast Downtown Omaha 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,819 | $700 | $4,130 |
| Southeast Downtown Omaha 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,355 | $1,700 | $4,075 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Downtown Omaha Neighborhood of Omaha, NE.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Downtown Omaha Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Downtown Omaha area of Omaha, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Hanscom and Georgia Row Apartments priced from $595. Castle Court Apartments - Midtown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $645. Here are the most affordable Southeast Downtown Omaha apartments for rent in Omaha, NE:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanscom and Georgia Row Apartments | 1/1 - 60% | 1BR, 1BA | $595 |
| Castle Court Apartments - Midtown | Studio - Tenant Pays Utilities | Studio, 1BA | $645 |
| 1332-1334 S 30th Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $650 |
| 1901 Park Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $675 |
| 2917 Jackson St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $725 |
| The Back Nine | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 700 SF | 1BR, 1BA | $725 |
| 1056 S 29th St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR, 1BA | $795 |
| Marcy Court | 1 Bedroom/ 1 bath - TT Pays Utilities | 1BR, 1BA | $795 |
| 3608 Jackson Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $795 |
| Park Avenue Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Downtown Omaha, NE
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Downtown Omaha area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Unitah Flats Apartments in the Old Market neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Southeast Downtown Omaha apartment is the 626 S 36th St Model at 626 S 36th St, Unit Blackstone Duplex #1 in the Old Market neighborhood starting at $1,700 with a $1.09 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Downtown Omaha apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Unitah Flats Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $1.09 |
| 626 S 36th St, Unit Blackstone Duplex #1 | 626 S 36th St | 3BR, 2BA | $1.09 |
| The Newport | Newport 2 Bed | 2BR, 1BA | $1.08 |
| 2917 Jackson St | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $0.85 |
| Harney Square | 1 bedroom / 1 bath Standard - TT Pays Utilities | 1BR, 1BA | $1.16 |
| Park Avenue Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.14 |
| 1332-1334 S 30th Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $0.93 |
| The Back Nine | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 700 SF | 1BR, 1BA | $1.04 |
| 1901 Park Ave | 1BD/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.04 |
| Castle Court Apartments - Midtown | Studio - Tenant Pays Utilities | Studio, 1BA | $1.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Downtown Omaha Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southeast Downtown Omaha?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southeast Downtown Omaha is under $800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southeast Downtown Omaha?
The cheapest apartment in Southeast Downtown Omaha is Hanscom and Georgia Row Apartments which is listed at $595, while the average apartment in Southeast Downtown Omaha costs $1,205.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southeast Downtown Omaha?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 59 regular apartments in Southeast Downtown Omaha that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Southeast Downtown Omaha?
Cheap apartments in Southeast Downtown Omaha have an average cost of $817 which is $388 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southeast Downtown Omaha.
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