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Highlights

  • Walk-in closets
  • Granite counters
  • Private garage
  • In-unit full-size washer and dryer
  • Huge bedrooms
  • Attached 1 stall garage

Location

5001 Nw 1st St, Lincoln, NE 68521, USA|Highlands
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Management

Simplestate

Leasing office

(402) 963-4466

Property Overview

5001 Building offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and lifestyle appeal, with a 7.8 Zumper Expert Rating, competitive pricing, excellent amenities, and a highly convenient location. It features walk-in closets, granite counters, a private attached 1-stall garage, in-unit full-size washer and dryer, and huge bedrooms, while also standing out for value per square foot and being well suited for work from home with a quiet setting and solid internet access.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.8
Very Good
5001 Building is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Trustworthiness, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • More space

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

3BR/3.0BA3 bed3 bath2,000 sqft$1,999–$2,100 /mo2 units availableAwesome and modern mixed-use apartment building that is ready for move in! This unit is 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom with a private garage and entry, granite counters, oversize balcony and in-unit full-size washer and dryer. This building leaves nothing out and offers everything you could need. With walk-in closets, huge bedrooms and ample kitchen storage, you will feel right at home! Utilities residents are responsible are electric, and internet. Management covers water, garbage, lawn care, and snow removal. -Attached 1 stall garage -3 level apartment -Washer/dryer included -No pets Make this beautiful home yours and call or apply online today!

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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 5001 Building

HomeApartments in LincolnHighlands 5001 Building

Awesome and modern mixed-use apartment building that is ready for move in! This unit is 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom with a private garage and entry, granite counters, oversize balcony and in-unit full-size washer and dryer. This building leaves nothing out and offers everything you could need. With walk-in closets, huge bedrooms and ample kitchen storage, you will feel right at home! Utilities residents are responsible are electric, and internet. Management covers water, garbage, lawn care, and snow removal. -Attached 1 stall garage -3 level apartment -Washer/dryer included -No pets Make this beautiful home yours and call or apply online today!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.8
/10
Very Good
5001 Building is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Trustworthiness, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 5001 Building
Price·7A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, 5001 Building has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
5001 Building goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5001 Building receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5001 Building is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 5001 Building to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
5001 Building provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

5001 Building is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile

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 5001 Building compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 850 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Highlands

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
Highlands
Lincoln
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lincoln
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$997
October 2024$994
November 2024$994
December 2024$1,010
January 2025$993
February 2025$986
March 2025$944
April 2025$880
May 2025$898
June 2025$891
July 2025$859
August 2025$864
September 2025$895
October 2025$869
November 2025$873
December 2025$881
January 2026$879
February 2026$875
March 2026$895
April 2026$861
May 2026$857
June 2026$863
July 2026$842
August 2026$839
September 2026$840
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Highlands
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,375
October 2024$1,425
November 2024$1,425
December 2024$1,410
January 2025$1,385
February 2025$1,385
March 2025$1,418
May 2026$1,276
June 2026$1,286
July 2026$1,290

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$79,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,960 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,999.
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Schools near 5001 Building

Fredstrom Elementary School

5700 n w 10th

lincoln, NE, 68521

PK, K-5Public
B+

Educare of Lincoln

3435 north 14th st

lincoln, NE, 68521

PKPublic

Early Childhood Special Education - Homebased

300 south 48th st

lincoln, NE, 68510

PKPublic

Infant Toddler at Bryan Community School

300 south 48th st

lincoln, NE, 68510

PKPublic

Wysong Elementary School

7901 blanchard blvd

lincoln, NE, 68516

PK, K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood

Highlands | Lincoln, NE

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Lincoln near 5001 Nw 1st St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5001 Nw 1st St, Lincoln

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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