
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Lincoln Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE from $700 (4 Rentals)
Cheap Homes in the Downtown Lincoln area of Lincoln.


1327 S 14th St
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Downtown Lincoln, Lincoln, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Lincoln?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Lincoln 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,306 | $900 | $1,800 |
Downtown Lincoln 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,459 | $1,375 | $1,650 |
Downtown Lincoln 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,248 | $1,695 | $3,400 |
Downtown Lincoln 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,985 | $1,985 | $1,985 |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Lincoln Neighborhood of Lincoln, NE.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lincoln, NE
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lincoln area is the $0.61 price per square foot 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at WC Shinn Lofts in the in the Haymarket neighborhood starting from $1,280. The second greatest value Downtown Lincoln apartment is the B3 Townhome Model at Academy Lincoln starting at $925 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Haymarket neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lincoln apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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WC Shinn Lofts | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.61 |
Academy Lincoln | B3 Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.75 |
Stadium Walk Apartments | 2.2a | 2BR,2BA | $0.52 |
The Parkhaus - Leasing By Bedroom | Soze | 4BR,2BA | $0.60 |
Lakeview Park | Lake McConaughy | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
1940 Dudley Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
2515 S St, Unit 2515 | 2515 S St | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
1426 E St, Unit #4 Door #16 | 1426 E St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Duluth Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Capitol View Tower Apartments - Seniors 62+ | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Lincoln
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Lincoln?
There are currently 545 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lincoln, NE with pricing that ranges from $250 to $3,699. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Lincoln ranging from $700 to $3,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Lincoln?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Lincoln ranges from $700 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,573.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Lincoln?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Lincoln range from $820 to $3,699, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,375 to $1,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $618.
Expert Rental Resources
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