What is the average apartment size in Downtown Lincoln, Lincoln, NE?

The average size for a Downtown Lincoln, Lincoln, NE apartment is 886 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 Downtown Lincoln?

As of Sep / 2025, the average rent in Downtown Lincoln is $1,977 per month, a 3.97% increase from last year’s average of $1,902.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Lincoln?

In Downtown Lincoln, studios rent for $692 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,223 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,769 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,409 per month

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Lincoln?

The typical apartment in Downtown Lincoln offers about 886 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Lincoln?

Studio apartments in Downtown Lincoln average 319 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 639 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 880 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,081 sq. ft.

Downtown Lincoln, Lincoln, NE Rental Market Trends

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

The typical rent budget in Downtown Lincoln ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 23% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Lincoln?

In Downtown Lincoln, 84% of households rent while 16% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 19, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Lincoln is $1,977, a 3.97% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,902.

Studio Apartments at $692 offer the most budget-friendly option with 319 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 639 square feet for $1,223, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,769 offer 880 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,081 sq ft) for $2,409, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Lincoln, Lincoln, NE

Last updated: October 19, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,977	886 sq. ft.
Studio	$692	319 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,223	639 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,769	880 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,409	1,081 sq. ft.

Downtown Lincoln, Lincoln, NE rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Lincoln, Lincoln, NE have increased by 3.97% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,902 to $1,977.

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

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Lincoln, Lincoln, NE (23%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Downtown Lincoln, Lincoln, NE?

722 or 84% of the households in Downtown Lincoln, Lincoln, NE are renter-occupied while 140 or 16% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Lincoln?

South 48th Street $998/month

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 Downtown Lincoln?

Capitol Beach $1,534/month

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
Downtown Lincoln	$1,977
Capitol Beach	$1,534
Family Acres	$1,474
North Bottoms	$1,473
Far South Lincoln	$1,467
Crown Pointe	$1,440
Porter Ridge	$1,409
Landons	$1,381
Autumn Wood	$1,380
Highlands	$1,356
Bethany	$1,355
Amber Hills	$1,336
West Lincoln	$1,255
Southern Hills	$1,228
Capital View	$1,208
Meadowlane	$1,206
West A	$1,206
Eastridge	$1,201
University Place	$1,197
Yankee Hill Country Club	$1,175
Maple Village - Wedgewood	$1,112
College View	$1,104
Bicentennial Estates	$1,083
Belmont	$1,019
South 48th Street	$998

Lincoln | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Lincoln is 48% higher than in Amber Hills

$1,977

Downtown Lincoln rent is the same as Lincoln average

Average Rent $1,977

$1,336

Amber Hills rent is 32% lower than Lincoln average

Average Rent $1,336

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 Downtown 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.