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

The average size for a Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE apartment is 829 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 Omaha?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Downtown Omaha is $1,441 per month, a 0.93% increase from last year’s average of $1,428.

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

In Downtown Omaha, studios rent for $976 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,253 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,725 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,677 per month

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Omaha?

The typical apartment in Downtown Omaha offers about 829 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 Omaha?

Studio apartments in Downtown Omaha average 472 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 685 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,062 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,704 sq. ft.

Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE Rental Market Trends

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

The typical rent budget in Downtown Omaha ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 53% of rentals in this range.

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

In Downtown Omaha, 83% of households rent while 17% 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 Downtown Omaha is $1,441, a 0.93% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,428.

Studio Apartments at $976 offer the most budget-friendly option with 472 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 685 square feet for $1,253, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,725 offer 1,062 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,704 sq ft) for $2,677, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,441	829 sq. ft.
Studio	$976	472 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,253	685 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,725	1,062 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,677	1,704 sq. ft.

Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE have increased by 0.93% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,428 to $1,441.

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

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE (53%) 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 Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE?

4,130 or 83% of the households in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE are renter-occupied while 852 or 17% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Omaha?

Prairie Lane $932/month

Dundee - Memorial Park $948/month

Hanscom Park $980/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,308/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Omaha?

Paddock Road - Oakdale $1,804/month

Walnut Ridge $1,856/month

Fire Ridge - Pacific Pointe $1,883/month

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

Average Rent in Omaha, NE By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Fire Ridge - Pacific Pointe	$1,883
Walnut Ridge	$1,856
Paddock Road - Oakdale	$1,804
Ak-sar-ben - Elmwood	$1,777
Royalwood	$1,656
Briar Hills	$1,596
Spring Ridge - Lakeside	$1,594
Greenbrier - Summer Glen	$1,561
Joslyn Castle	$1,506
Elkhorn - Fair Meadows	$1,505
Leavenworth	$1,491
Hillsborough	$1,475
Pheasant Run - Stonybrook	$1,469
GIT	$1,445
Crescent Oaks - Summerwood	$1,444
Dahlman	$1,442
Downtown Omaha	$1,441
Westgate	$1,431
Candlewood - Linden	$1,400
Piedmont Wycliffe - Pacific Meadows	$1,383
Westbrook	$1,360
Gifford Park	$1,330
Blackstone	$1,309
Golden Valley - Old Loveland	$1,286
Westin Hills - Torrey Pines	$1,277
Millard Airport	$1,269
Benson	$1,263
Deer Ridge - West Fairacres	$1,257
Meadowbrook	$1,230
Crosskey Village - Lee Valley	$1,229
West Hampton - Winterburn	$1,215
Westwood Heights - Montclair	$1,195
Old Market	$1,183
Eagle Run - Willow Wood	$1,183
Cornish Heights - Loveland	$1,170
Cherry Hills	$1,169
West Dodge Addition	$1,141
Roanoke	$1,135
Applewood Heights - Disney	$1,125
Rambleridge	$1,119
Maple Village	$1,101
Parkside - Trendwood	$1,080
Sunny Slope	$1,058
Hanscom Park	$980
Dundee - Memorial Park	$948
Prairie Lane	$932

Omaha | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Omaha is 19% lower than in Ak-sar-ben - Elmwood

$1,441

Downtown Omaha rent is the same as Omaha average

Average Rent $1,441

$1,777

Ak-sar-ben - Elmwood rent is 23% higher than Omaha average

Average Rent $1,777

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 Omaha 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.