
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Thurston, NE from $500 (36 Rentals)
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Dakota Bend I & II

Prospect Ridge Apartments

Erin Apartments

Interstate Apartments

503 W Phillip Ave

Copper Flats

River Valley Apartments

Prairie Dunes
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Urbane 1220

Five Sons Apartments

District 42 Apartments & Townhomes

Wellington At The Dunes

Pearl Street

The Arbors

Bluebird Flats

Riverfront Apartments

Floyd River Flats
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East Edge Apartments

Virginia Square Apartments (100-103)

Riverbend Townhomes

Lincoln Woods

Badgerow Flats

2800 Flatwater Crossing Apartments

Leisure Apartments

Woodland Park - Lyons, NE

180 Poppe Dr
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Gatewood Estates

1920 Locust St

2223 Douglas St

2417 S St Aubin St

1312 Westgate Dr

708 16th St

1601 S Alice St

1617 E Military Ave

Bekins Luxury Lofts
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Thurston, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Thurston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thurston Studio Apartments | $929 | $660 | $1,330 |
| Thurston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,132 | $810 | $1,735 |
| Thurston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,381 | $750 | $2,175 |
| Thurston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $1,000 | $3,704 |
| Thurston 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Thurston Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Thurston, NE is a Studio unit found at WinnaVegas Villas priced from $660. Dakota Bend I & II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Thurston apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| WinnaVegas Villas | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $660 |
| Dakota Bend I & II | DB 2 - 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Prospect Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Erin Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Five Sons Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Wellington At The Dunes | Open living space + spacious master with vaulte... | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Arbors | Sapling | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Floyd River Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Virginia Square Apartments (100-103) | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Riverbend Townhomes | Apartment Style- 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,047 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Thurston, NE and Nearby
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Thurston area is the $0.93 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms / 1 1/2 Bathrooms Townhome Model at Gatewood Estates in the starting from $1,256. The second greatest value Thurston apartment is the Riverside Model at The Summit at Sunnybrook Village starting at $1,485 with a $1.34 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Thurston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatewood Estates | 3 Bedrooms / 1 1/2 Bathrooms Townhome | 3BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| The Summit at Sunnybrook Village | Riverside | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Dakota Prairie Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Woodbury Heights | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Erin Apartments | 4 Beds, 2 baths | 4BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Lincoln Woods | 2 Bedroom Updated | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Floyd River Flats | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Arbors | Sapling | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Wellington At The Dunes | Open living space + spacious master with vaulte... | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Five Sons Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Thurston Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Thurston?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Thurston is at WinnaVegas Villas listed at $660.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Thurston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Thurston Apartment is $810 at WinnaVegas Villas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Thurston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Thurston is starting from $750 at Erin Apartments.
What is the most affordable Thurston Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Thurston Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Erin Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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