
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Waterloo, NE from $1,075 (44 Rentals)
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Lynbrook Apartments and Townhomes

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Elk Hills

Broadmoor Hills

The Harbor

Briar Hills
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Cambury Hills

The Village on the Preserve

The Trails at North Streams

Westline at Flanagan Lake

1010 on the Lake

Edge 204
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VUE174

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Capriana

Broadmoor168
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Ravello 192 & Ravello ll

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The Bungalows on Honeysuckle

Lakeside Hills

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Bungalows at Whitehawk Lake

Copperfields Court

Aerie Blue Sage

Emerald Reserve Elkhorn
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Juniper Row Townhomes

Elkhorn Station

14465 Sprague Ct

Stone Creek Villas

6806 S 182nd Ct

15405 Fillmore Cir

Sandstone Villas

15112 Lincoln Cir
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17729 Olive St

Elkhorn Landing Phase I

3325 N 148th Ct

5404 S 207th Ct
Waterloo, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterloo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo Studio Apartments | $1,294 | $1,140 | $2,411 |
| Waterloo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,447 | $950 | $2,570 |
| Waterloo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,875 | $1,275 | $3,710 |
| Waterloo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,667 | $1,750 | $3,466 |
| Waterloo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,980 | $2,399 | $3,393 |
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Cheapest Available Waterloo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waterloo, NE is a 1 Bed unit found at Lynbrook Apartments and Townhomes in the Elkhorn neighborhood priced from $1,112. Trade Winds Apartment Homes in the Elkhorn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,140. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waterloo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynbrook Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,112 |
| Trade Winds Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Briar Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| The Abacus | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,160 |
| The Village on the Preserve | Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| Broadmoor Hills | London | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
| 1010 on the Lake | A695 One Bed Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Edge 204 | Little Italy | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
| Fifty575 Coventry | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
| Whispering Ridge | A1R | 1BR,1BA | $1,240 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, NE and Nearby
As of September 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterloo area is the $1.26 price per square foot Patricia Townhome Model at 5401 N 209th St in the in the Elkhorn neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Waterloo apartment is the Elk underground parking Model at Elk Hills starting at $1,725 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Elkhorn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterloo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5401 N 209th St | Patricia Townhome | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.26 |
| Elk Hills | Elk underground parking | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| The Trails at North Streams | Barrington | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.58 |
| Villas At The Pines | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| West Hampton Park Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Lakeside Hills | The Walden | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Cambridge Villas | The Maple | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Trade Winds Apartment Homes | One Bedroom End | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Briar Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Lynbrook Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterloo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waterloo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waterloo is at The Abacus listed at $1,160.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterloo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterloo Apartment is $1,112 at Lynbrook Apartments and Townhomes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waterloo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterloo is starting from $1,275 at Cambury Hills.
What is the most affordable Waterloo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waterloo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cambury Hills and starts from $1,750.
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