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Highlights
- Conveniently located
- Huge spacious apartments
- Laundry machines in building
Location
1601 S 20th St, Lincoln, NE 68502, USA|Near South
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Floor plans
| 3BR/2.0BA | 3 bed | 2 bath | 3,296 sqft | $1,300 /mo | 1 unit available | This Art Deco 5-plex known as "Garden Square Condos" is a tenant's dream! Such a cool building with hardwood floors, curved archways, original tile, and very spacious units. It was exceptionally built in 1929 in the beloved Near South Neighborhood, conveniently located near UNL, downtown, bike routes, and public transportation. This unit has 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, a Huge living room, and separate Full-sized dining room. The Historic building has secure entrances with a front and back stairway connected to this unit. One off-street parking spot and coin-op laundry room are included. Tenant pays electricity and gas bills. Owner pays water, trash, lawn care, snow removal. No Dogs; indoor cats allowed. 3rd Floor Unit Apply Now LincolnCasa. com vacancies Casa Property Management is an Equal Housing Opportunity provider and does not discriminate in the sale, rental, and financing of property on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military or veteran status, and/or political affiliation. |
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Dog Policy
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Cat Policy
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About 1601 S. 20th
This Art Deco 5-plex known as "Garden Square Condos" is a tenant's dream! Such a cool building with hardwood floors, curved archways, original tile, and very spacious units. It was exceptionally built in 1929 in the beloved Near South Neighborhood, conveniently located near UNL, downtown, bike routes, and public transportation. This unit has 3-bedrooms, 2-bathrooms, a Huge living room, and separate Full-sized dining room. The Historic building has secure entrances with a front and back stairway connected to this unit. One off-street parking spot and coin-op laundry room are included. Tenant pays electricity and gas bills. Owner pays water, trash, lawn care, snow removal. No Dogs; indoor cats allowed. 3rd Floor Unit Apply Now LincolnCasa. com vacancies Casa Property Management is an Equal Housing Opportunity provider and does not discriminate in the sale, rental, and financing of property on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, military or veteran status, and/or political affiliation.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1601 S. 20th compares to other nearby properties.
Considerations
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- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
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Rent trends in Near South
3-bedroom apartments at 1601 S. 20th cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Near South.
Median rents as of Jan 3 2026.
Near South
Lincoln
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $682 |
| March 2024 | $833 |
| April 2024 | $898 |
| May 2024 | $865 |
| June 2024 | $793 |
| July 2024 | $690 |
| August 2024 | $726 |
| September 2024 | $801 |
| October 2024 | $799 |
| November 2024 | $780 |
| December 2024 | $894 |
| January 2025 | $893 |
| February 2025 | $906 |
| March 2025 | $855 |
| April 2025 | $730 |
| May 2025 | $738 |
| June 2025 | $739 |
| July 2025 | $787 |
| August 2025 | $736 |
| September 2025 | $725 |
| October 2025 | $719 |
| November 2025 | $744 |
| December 2025 | $742 |
| January 2026 | $730 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $500 |
| March 2024 | $500 |
| July 2024 | $613 |
| June 2025 | $725 |
| July 2025 | $669 |
| August 2025 | $638 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 1601 S. 20th
Prescott Elementary School
1930 s 20th st
lincoln, NE, 68502
PK, K-5Public
B
Early Childhood Special Education - Homebased
300 south 48th st
lincoln, NE, 68510
PKPublic
Educare of Lincoln
3435 north 14th st
lincoln, NE, 68521
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Near South | Lincoln, NE
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Lincoln near 1601 S 20th St
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1601 S 20th St, Lincoln
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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