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

The average size for a Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE apartment is 821 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 Aug / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Omaha is $1,417 per month, a 1.31% decrease from last years average of $1,436.

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

In Downtown Omaha, studios rent for $1,092 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,202 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,767 per month.

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Omaha?

The typical apartment in Downtown Omaha offers about 821 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 476 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 679 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,071 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 51% of rentals in this range.

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

In Downtown Omaha, 82% of households rent while 18% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: October 01, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Omaha is $1,417, a 1.31% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,436.

Studio Apartments at $1,092 offer the most budget-friendly option with 476 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 679 square feet for $1,202, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,767 offer 1,071 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Average rent in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE

Last updated: October 01, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,417	821 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,092	476 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,202	679 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,767	1,071 sq. ft.
3 Beds	n/a	n/a

Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE have decreased by 1.31% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,436 to $1,417.

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

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE (51%) 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?

4,390 or 82% of the households in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE are renter-occupied while 947 or 18% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Omaha?

Dundee - Memorial Park $930/month

Prairie Lane $940/month

Hanscom Park $990/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,333/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Omaha?

Woodbridge - Somerset $1,868/month

Fire Ridge - Pacific Pointe $1,894/month

Walnut Ridge $1,900/month

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

Average Rent in Omaha, NE By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Walnut Ridge	$1,900
Fire Ridge - Pacific Pointe	$1,894
Woodbridge - Somerset	$1,868
Paddock Road - Oakdale	$1,836
Elk Ridge - High Point	$1,810
The Grove	$1,751
Ak-sar-ben - Elmwood	$1,723
Spring Ridge - Lakeside	$1,654
Briar Hills	$1,587
Greenbrier - Summer Glen	$1,565
Pheasant Run - Stonybrook	$1,565
Elkhorn - Fair Meadows	$1,562
Joslyn Castle	$1,528
GIT	$1,525
Westgate	$1,509
Gifford Park	$1,496
Crescent Oaks - Summerwood	$1,495
Leavenworth	$1,484
Blackstone	$1,434
Piedmont Wycliffe - Pacific Meadows	$1,428
Downtown Omaha	$1,417
Hillsborough	$1,415
Candlewood - Linden	$1,406
Dahlman	$1,384
Westbrook	$1,375
Golden Valley - Old Loveland	$1,334
West Hampton - Winterburn	$1,314
Westin Hills - Torrey Pines	$1,281
Millard Airport	$1,267
Cornish Heights - Loveland	$1,247
Rambleridge	$1,246
Meadowbrook	$1,246
Royalwood	$1,231
Benson	$1,228
Crosskey Village - Lee Valley	$1,216
Deer Ridge - West Fairacres	$1,211
Old Market	$1,189
Eagle Run - Willow Wood	$1,169
Roanoke	$1,127
Cherry Hills	$1,127
West Dodge Addition	$1,126
Applewood Heights - Disney	$1,123
Parkside - Trendwood	$1,085
Maple Village	$1,084
Sunny Slope	$1,082
Hanscom Park	$990
Prairie Lane	$940
Dundee - Memorial Park	$930

Omaha | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Omaha is 18% lower than in Ak-sar-ben - Elmwood

$1,417

Downtown Omaha rent is the same as Omaha average

Average Rent $1,417

$1,723

Ak-sar-ben - Elmwood rent is 22% higher than Omaha average

Average Rent $1,723

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.