
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Peru, NE from $400 (45 Rentals)
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Fountain Apartments

Forest Cove

Nottingham Court Apartments

Timber Creek Apartments

Fontainebleau Apartments

Cornhusker Creek

Bellevue Gardens Apartments

University Point
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Oak Creek Apartments

Timbercrest Apartments

Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing

Pinehill Park

507 Fir St

The Brink at Ridgeview

Chadwick Apartments
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72877-72638 638 Ave

1423 Harlan St

Maplewinds I & II

Parkway Village Apartments

Maryville Meadows

303 W Lowell Ave

141 N 4th St

Arbor Village

455 Lincoln St
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Red Oak 48-(City View Apartments)

Woodland Park - Red Oak

407 H St

Arbor View Apartments

Clarinda West Apartments

Park Avenue Apartments

Chateau Bellevue

1712 S Wayne St

702 N 6th St
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400 S Water St

1216 S 2nd St

Gold Coast Square Apartments

Brent Village

901 James Pkwy

323 S 47th St

3702 Gayle Ave

1116 S 2nd St

402 W Eldora Ave
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Peru, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Peru?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peru Studio Apartments | $1,156 | $871 | $1,572 |
| Peru 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,148 | $550 | $1,966 |
| Peru 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,438 | $700 | $2,569 |
| Peru 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,797 | $875 | $2,834 |
| Peru 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $1,290 | $1,750 |
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Cheapest Available Peru Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Peru, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Nottingham Court Apartments in the Cass County neighborhood priced from $675. Bellevue Gardens Apartments in the Bellevue neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Peru apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Bellevue Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Clarinda West Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Oak Creek Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $871 |
| Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments) | 2 Bedroom - Grade A | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Fontenelle Hills | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $903 |
| Pinehill Park | 1 Bed/1Bath - Breakfast Bar - Classic | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Gold Coast Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Chateau Bellevue | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Peru, NE and Nearby
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Peru area is the $0.72 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Fontenelle Hills in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $903. The second greatest value Peru apartment is the Two Bed/One Bath Model at Burr Oaks Place starting at $1,181 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Mills County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Peru apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fontenelle Hills | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
| Burr Oaks Place | Two Bed/One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Bellevue Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.70 |
| Fontainebleau Apartments | 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Midland Heights Apartments | Two Bed, Two Bath, 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Tregaron Oaks | Arlington | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Timbercrest Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Red Oak 48-Unit (City View Apartments) | 2 Bedroom - Grade A | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Oak Creek Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Nottingham Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Peru Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Peru?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Peru is at Loess Hills Estates Affordable Senior Housing listed at $871.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Peru Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Peru Apartment is $675 at Nottingham Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Peru Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Peru is starting from $795 at Clarinda West Apartments.
What is the most affordable Peru Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Peru Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Chateau Bellevue and starts from $1,289.
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