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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Omaha, NE

Pricing Updated: 03/03/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Omaha, NE area range in price from $475 to $5,607 with an overall median price of $1,830. The three Omaha neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ford Birthsite at $950, Saratoga at $725, and Far North Omaha at $725. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Omaha Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Ford Birthsite$950$95025
Saratoga$1,055$7251671
Far North Omaha$1,300$725514
Miller Park Minne Lusa$1,300$7251623
The Knolls$1,334$7853739
Saddle Hills$1,375$6753577
Benson Gardens$1,395$5103589
Hartman Avenue$1,395$5102466
Horizons$1,395$5607188
Keystone$1,395$5103472

Cheapest Available Omaha Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Omaha, NE is a Studio unit found at The Avenue apartments in the Old Market neighborhood priced from $615. Bellevue Gardens Apartments in the Chris Lake neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Omaha apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Avenue apartmentsStudio w/ CarpetStudio,1BA$615
Bellevue Gardens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$675
Chester Manor1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$675
The Pines at Q Plaza Apartments1A1BR,1BA$691
ALANSCO 1016 N 47 Ave1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$735
Camelot VillageStudioStudio,1BA$743
MarCon Capitol ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$755
MarCon Blackstone Apartments151 N. 41st St.1BR,1BA$775
BellevilleEfficiency 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$785
Rosecliff Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Omaha, NE

As of March 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Omaha area is the $1.00 price per square foot Rockbrook II Model at Centre Ridge in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Omaha apartment is the 2 BDR 2 BTH Model at Fontainebleau starting at $1,000 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Clermont Court neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Omaha apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Centre RidgeRockbrook II2BR,2BA$1.00
Fontainebleau2 BDR 2 BTH2BR,2BA$0.86
Midland Heights Apartments2 Bedroom 2 Bath 2nd Floor2BR,2BA$0.99
2520 Emmet St, Unit 2520 Emmet St2520 Emmet St2BR,1BA$0.90
Torrey PinesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02
The Duobed1BR,1BA$1.00
Windsor Woods2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.98
Orleans Square2 bedroom / 1 bath - Tenant Pays Utl.2BR,1BA$0.99
MarCon Capitol ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.93
Bellevue Gardens Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.96

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Omaha Overview

Omaha, Nebraska is a wonderful place to call home. With a wide variety of fun to be had all over town and plenty of options in great apartments in Omaha to call home, this place may be the perfect place you've been looking for. Omaha has developed from a scrappy trading city bordered by lands occupied by the Pawnee, Otoe, Sious and Ioway into vibrant city with a strong business community. The development of the stockyards, packing houses and associated breweries created a sustainable base for the city’s continual development.

Why live in Omaha, NE?

Omaha is known for its rich, diverse heritage. While a modern city that is moving into the future, residents also cherish and honor the past. They never forget that the city was built on a vast convergence of people from varied backgrounds. It is this cultural mix that has left a distinct mark on the city and its development. As a proud people, the city’s rough scrabble beginnings have grown into a certain strength and pride making it a wonderful place to call home. And - with a plethora of Omaha apartments for rent available all over town for prices that fit any budget, you can't lose here!

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Omaha, NE

Ranked #1

Among cities in Nebraska for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Omaha, NE

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

24 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Omaha Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Omaha?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Omaha is at The Avenue apartments listed at $615.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Omaha Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Omaha Apartment is $675 at Bellevue Gardens Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Omaha Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Omaha is starting from $861 at New Towne West Apartments.

What is the most affordable Omaha Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Omaha Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeside Estates and starts from $1,019.

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What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

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How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

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