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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Fridge
  • Dining area
  • Assigned off-street parking
  • Living room

Location

5137 Walker Ave, Lincoln, NE 68504, USA|University Place
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Management

AFC Property Management

Leasing office

(402) 525-3630

Property Overview

5137 Walker offers strong overall value, with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating and especially high marks for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. It stands out for a fully equipped kitchen, dishwasher, fridge, dining area, living room, and assigned off-street parking, along with nearby grocery, transit, and pet services.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 5137 Walker is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5137 Walker has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath570 sqft$799 /mo1 unit availableSchedule your showing for 5137 Walker Ave today! This newly updated 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment has 570 square feet of living space. Immediately inside the front door is the living room, which opens up to the dining area and fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, stove/oven, and dishwasher. Down the hall is a closet for additional storage, a bathroom, and bedroom. For your convenience, there is assigned off-street parking available at the back of the building. 5137 Walker Ave is just south of Nebraska Wesleyan University. Its location makes navigating around town a breeze! Target and Super Saver are just down the road, and HyVee or Walmart are only a short drive away. The proximity not only to multiple parks and trails, but also to major roads and everything else you could need make this a prime location. Photos and videos are deemed accurate for the layout, but may not represent the exact condition. There may be differences in finishes, flooring, and/or appliances. We encourage you to schedule a professional showing prior to leasing. LEASE TERM:12 Months

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Amenities for 5137 Walker

Apartment Amenities

BlindsCarpet

Appliances

DishwasherRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Property details

Units6
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About 5137 Walker

HomeApartments in LincolnUniversity Place 5137 Walker

Schedule your showing for 5137 Walker Ave today! This newly updated 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment has 570 square feet of living space. Immediately inside the front door is the living room, which opens up to the dining area and fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, stove/oven, and dishwasher. Down the hall is a closet for additional storage, a bathroom, and bedroom. For your convenience, there is assigned off-street parking available at the back of the building. 5137 Walker Ave is just south of Nebraska Wesleyan University. Its location makes navigating around town a breeze! Target and Super Saver are just down the road, and HyVee or Walmart are only a short drive away. The proximity not only to multiple parks and trails, but also to major roads and everything else you could need make this a prime location. Photos and videos are deemed accurate for the layout, but may not represent the exact condition. There may be differences in finishes, flooring, and/or appliances. We encourage you to schedule a professional showing prior to leasing. LEASE TERM:12 Months


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 5137 Walker is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5137 Walker has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 5137 Walker
Price·10A 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.
5137 Walker offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
5137 Walker goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5137 Walker 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.
5137 Walker 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·6A 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 5137 Walker does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

5137 Walker is great for:

Pet owners

  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 9 pet supply stores near the property

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 5137 Walker compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Rent trends in University Place

1-bedroom apartments at 5137 Walker cost about 0% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in University Place.

Median rents as of Jun 6 2026.
University Place
Lincoln
A table of studio rental data trends in Lincoln
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$753
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$737
February 2026$732
March 2026$740
April 2026$764
May 2026$745
June 2026$730
A table of studio rental data trends in University Place
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$975
December 2024$975

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,960/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,960 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $799.
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Schools near 5137 Walker

Huntington Elementary School

2900 n 46th st

lincoln, NE, 68504

PK, K-5Public
C+

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

Educare of Lincoln

3435 north 14th st

lincoln, NE, 68521

PKPublic

Wysong Elementary School

7901 blanchard blvd

lincoln, NE, 68516

PK, K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood

University Place | Lincoln, NE

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

Getting around Lincoln near 5137 Walker Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 5137 Walker Ave, Lincoln

Groceries

2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
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

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 5137 Walker Ave

B & R Stores, Inc
4554 W St
Super Saver, Inc
4554 W St
African Home Food Market
719 N 48th St
Hy-Vee
5010 O St
Natural Grocers
212 N 48th St

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