
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Waterloo, NE from $1,000 (56 Rentals)
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The Harbor

Cambury Hills Apartments

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The Abacus
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Elk Hills

Edge 204

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Villas At The Pines

VUE174

Sundance Omaha

Broadmoor168

VUE178

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Capriana

Copperfields Court

Ravello 192 & Ravello ll

Aerie Blue Sage

Emerald Reserve Elkhorn
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The Bungalows on Honeysuckle

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Bungalows at Whitehawk Lake

Lakeside Hills

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The Collection at Elkhorn

Juniper Row Townhomes

Elkhorn Station

14465 Sprague Ct

Dalmore Apartments

5937 N 158th Ct

Stone Creek Villas
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Sandstone Villas

14012 Ohern St

3307 S 133rd St

Elkhorn Landing Phase I

14614 Borman St

38 Cypress St

4107 N 213th Cir

18716 U St

18731 Allan St

15112 Lincoln Cir
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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 | $1,305 | $1,030 | $1,969 |
| Waterloo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $1,047 | $2,576 |
| Waterloo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,240 | $3,564 |
| Waterloo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,651 | $1,915 | $3,696 |
| Waterloo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,964 | $2,599 | $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 Fifty575 Coventry in the Elkhorn neighborhood priced from $1,047. West Hampton Park Apartment Homes in the Elkhorn neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,053. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waterloo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fifty575 Coventry | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,047 |
| West Hampton Park Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,053 |
| The Trails at North Streams | Standing Bear | Studio,1BA | $1,055 |
| Trade Winds Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| EVO Townhomes & Apartments | Bungalow | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
| Lynbrook Apartments and Townhomes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| The Abacus | S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,160 |
| Broadmoor Hills | Jackson | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| 1010 on the Lake | A695 One Bed Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Edge 204 | Little Italy | Studio,1BA | $1,255 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, NE and Nearby
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterloo area is the $1.41 price per square foot Kensington Model at Cambridge Villas in the in the Northeast Outer Elkhorn neighborhood starting from $2,225. The second greatest value Waterloo apartment is the Monroe Model at Sandstone Villas starting at $2,250 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Northeast Outer 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Villas | Kensington | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Sandstone Villas | Monroe | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.57 |
| Elk Hills | Elk underground parking | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Briar Hills | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Villas At The Pines | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| VUE178 | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom - 1117 SF | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Cambury Hills Apartments | Chateau | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| The Village on the Preserve | Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Trade Winds Apartment Homes | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 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 $1,055.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterloo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterloo Apartment is $1,047 at Fifty575 Coventry.
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 $1,295 at Villas At The Pines.
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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