What is the average apartment size in Lincoln?

The average size for a Lincoln, NE apartment is 935 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Lincoln?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in Lincoln is $1,326 per month, a 3.03% increase from last year’s average of $1,287.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, studios rent for $941 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,148 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,387 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,637 per month

What is the average apartment size in Lincoln?

The typical apartment in Lincoln offers about 935 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Lincoln?

Studio apartments in Lincoln average 482 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 760 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,068 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,291 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Lincoln?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Lincoln include Belmont ($1,019/month), Belmont ($1,019/month), and Bicentennial Estates ($1,083/month), all below the citywide average of $1,326.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lincoln?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Lincoln are Downtown Lincoln ($1,977/month), South Salt Creek ($2,041/month), and South Salt Creek ($2,041/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Lincoln, NE Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Lincoln?

The typical rent budget in Lincoln ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 55% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, 44% of households rent while 56% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 25, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Lincoln is $1,326, a 3.03% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,287.

Studio Apartments at $941 offer the most budget-friendly option with 482 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 760 square feet for $1,148, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,387 offer 1,068 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,291 sq ft) for $1,637, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Lincoln, NE

Last updated: October 25, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,326	935 sq. ft.
Studio	$941	482 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,148	760 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,387	1,068 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,637	1,291 sq. ft.

Lincoln, NE rent trends

Rental prices in Lincoln, NE have increased by 3.03% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,287 to $1,326.

What's the typical rent budget in Lincoln, NE?

The largest share of rentals in Lincoln, NE (55%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Lincoln, NE?

53,360 or 44% of the households in Lincoln, NE are renter-occupied while 67,338 or 56% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Lincoln?

Belmont $1,019/month

Bicentennial Estates $1,083/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,326/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Lincoln?

Downtown Lincoln $1,977/month

South Salt Creek $2,041/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Lincoln, NE By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
South Salt Creek	$2,041
South Salt Creek	$2,041
Downtown Lincoln	$1,977
Downtown Lincoln	$1,977
Capitol Beach	$1,534
Capitol Beach	$1,534
Family Acres	$1,474
Family Acres	$1,474
Far South Lincoln	$1,467
Far South Lincoln	$1,467
Crown Pointe	$1,440
Crown Pointe	$1,440
Porter Ridge	$1,409
Porter Ridge	$1,409
Autumn Wood	$1,380
Autumn Wood	$1,380
Highlands	$1,356
Highlands	$1,356
Bethany	$1,355
Bethany	$1,355
Amber Hills	$1,336
Amber Hills	$1,336
West Lincoln	$1,255
West Lincoln	$1,255
Southern Hills	$1,228
Southern Hills	$1,228
Capital View	$1,208
Capital View	$1,208
Meadowlane	$1,206
Meadowlane	$1,206
West A	$1,206
West A	$1,206
Eastridge	$1,201
Eastridge	$1,201
University Place	$1,197
University Place	$1,197
Maple Village - Wedgewood	$1,112
Maple Village - Wedgewood	$1,112
College View	$1,104
College View	$1,104
Bicentennial Estates	$1,083
Bicentennial Estates	$1,083
Belmont	$1,019
Belmont	$1,019

Lincoln | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Amber Hills is the same as in Amber Hills

$1,336

Amber Hills rent is 1% higher than Lincoln average

Average Rent $1,336

$1,336

Amber Hills rent is 1% higher than Lincoln average

Average Rent $1,336

How Lincoln Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Lincoln	$1,326
Gretna	$1,597
La Vista	$1,351
Papillion	$1,436
Bellevue	$1,438
Fremont	$1,150
Omaha	$1,305

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Lincoln apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.