
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, NE from $1,000 (52 Rentals)
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West Hampton Park Apartment Homes

Fifty575 Coventry

The Harbor

Lynbrook Apartments and Townhomes

Trade Winds Apartment Homes

Elk Hills

Broadmoor Hills

EVO Townhomes & Apartments

Cambury Hills Apartments
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Westline at Flanagan Lake

The Abacus

Cambridge Villas

The Village on the Preserve

Briar Hills

1010 on the Lake

Edge 204

Whispering Ridge

Antler View Apartments

Broadmoor168
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VUE178

Grand Legacy

Sundance Omaha

Ravello 192 & Ravello ll

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Capriana

Aerie Blue Sage

Connect55+ Elkhorn Active Community 55+

Juniper Row Townhomes

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Bungalows at Whitehawk Lake
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The Collection at Elkhorn

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The Bungalows on Honeysuckle

Redwood Bennington

Elkhorn Station

14465 Sprague Ct

Dalmore Apartments

Villas At The Pines

13228 Montclair Dr

16767 Laurel Plaza

Stone Creek Villas
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5633 Parker St

Sandstone Villas

3307 S 133rd St

Elkhorn Landing Phase I

15405 Fillmore Cir

12724 Grant Cir

13615 Spring St

13530 Josephine St

4107 N 213th Cir

7106 S 145th St
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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 | $1,286 | $1,045 | $1,885 |
| Waterloo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,383 | $1,056 | $2,461 |
| Waterloo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,896 | $1,320 | $3,225 |
| Waterloo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,613 | $1,790 | $3,570 |
| Waterloo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,081 | $2,424 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Waterloo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waterloo, NE is a Studio unit found at The Trails at North Streams in the Millard neighborhood priced from $1,045. West Hampton Park Apartment Homes in the Northeast Outer Elkhorn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,056. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waterloo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Trails at North Streams | Standing Bear | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| West Hampton Park Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,056 |
| Fifty575 Coventry | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,088 |
| Lynbrook Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,131 |
| Trade Winds Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Westline at Flanagan Lake | Studio - 713-716 SF | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| The Abacus | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,160 |
| Briar Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
| 1010 on the Lake | A695 One Bed Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Dalmore Apartments | Julep | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, NE and Nearby
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterloo area is the $1.23 price per square foot Newcastle Model at Cambridge Villas in the in the Pacific Meadows neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Waterloo apartment is the Vinicola Model at Ravello 192 & Ravello ll starting at $2,036 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Pacific Meadows 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Villas | Newcastle | 3BR,3BA | $1.23 |
| Ravello 192 & Ravello ll | Vinicola | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Juniper Row Townhomes | Juniper | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Sandstone Villas | Monroe | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
| The Harbor | Leeward | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Cambury Hills Apartments | Chateau | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Whispering Ridge | B2R | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Trade Winds Apartment Homes | One Bedroom End | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Briar Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| West Hampton Park Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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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 Trails at North Streams listed at $1,045.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterloo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterloo Apartment is $1,056 at West Hampton Park Apartment Homes.
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 $1,395 at 1010 on the Lake.
What is the most affordable Waterloo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waterloo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dalmore Apartments and starts from $1,803.
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