What is the average apartment size in Lincoln?

The average size for a Lincoln, NE apartment is 936 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 Oct / 2025, the average rent in Lincoln is $1,341 per month, a 3.59% increase from last year’s average of $1,294.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, studios rent for $963 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,156 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,399 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,651 per month

What is the average apartment size in Lincoln?

The typical apartment in Lincoln offers about 936 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 483 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 759 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 ($1,055/month), Bicentennial Estates ($1,083/month), and College View ($1,086/month), all below the citywide average of $1,341.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Lincoln?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Lincoln are Capitol Beach ($1,593/month), Downtown Lincoln ($2,026/month), and South Salt Creek ($2,090/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 56% 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: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Lincoln is $1,341, a 3.59% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,294.

Studio Apartments at $963 offer the most budget-friendly option with 483 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 759 square feet for $1,156, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,399 offer 1,068 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,291 sq ft) for $1,651, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Lincoln, NE

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,341	936 sq. ft.
Studio	$963	483 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,156	759 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,399	1,068 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,651	1,291 sq. ft.

Lincoln, NE rent trends

Rental prices in Lincoln, NE have increased by 3.59% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,294 to $1,341.

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

The largest share of rentals in Lincoln, NE (56%) 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 $1,055/month

Bicentennial Estates $1,083/month

College View $1,086/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,341/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Lincoln?

Capitol Beach $1,593/month

Downtown Lincoln $2,026/month

South Salt Creek $2,090/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	$2,090
Downtown Lincoln	$2,026
Capitol Beach	$1,593
Far South Lincoln	$1,489
Family Acres	$1,482
Crown Pointe	$1,448
Porter Ridge	$1,426
Autumn Wood	$1,385
Amber Hills	$1,371
Highlands	$1,365
Bethany	$1,353
University Place	$1,254
West Lincoln	$1,243
Meadowlane	$1,225
Southern Hills	$1,198
West A	$1,194
Eastridge	$1,164
Capital View	$1,140
Maple Village - Wedgewood	$1,109
College View	$1,086
Bicentennial Estates	$1,083
Belmont	$1,055

Lincoln | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Amber Hills is 1% lower than in Autumn Wood

$1,371

Amber Hills rent is 2% higher than Lincoln average

Average Rent $1,371

$1,385

Autumn Wood rent is 3% higher than Lincoln average

Average Rent $1,385

How Lincoln Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Lincoln	$1,341
Omaha	$1,308
Fremont	$1,102
Bellevue	$1,404
Papillion	$1,432
Gretna	$1,557
La Vista	$1,323
Blair	$1,136

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.