5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Off-street parking
- Pet friendly
- On-site coin laundry
Location
1630 N 56th St, Lincoln, NE 68504, USA|University Place
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Property Overview
Meadowlark Apts receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.8 out of 10, reflecting its appeal for renters. It features competitive pricing and high-quality amenities, earning a perfect score of 10 for price and impressive ratings of 9 for amenities and location. Notably, it offers conveniences such as off-street parking, pet-friendly policies, and on-site laundry, while being in close proximity to top-rated schools, enhancing the overall living experience.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Elementary school nearby
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 550 sqft | $795 /mo | 1 unit available | Spacious and recently updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Bethany, featuring new flooring, countertops, appliances, and lighting. Just blocks from UNL's East Campus and Wesleyan. Select units offer stone fireplaces and balconies. On-site coin laundry and off-street parking available. Pet friendly with restrictions. Reserving: App Fee: $40 Security Deposit: $300 Admin Fee: $495 Additional $141/mo includes: Water Sewer Gas Electricity Spectrum Wifi and Cable Common area maintenance |
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Amenities for Meadowlark Apts
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs 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
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 36 |
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About Meadowlark Apts
Spacious and recently updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Bethany, featuring new flooring, countertops, appliances, and lighting. Just blocks from UNL's East Campus and Wesleyan. Select units offer stone fireplaces and balconies. On-site coin laundry and off-street parking available. Pet friendly with restrictions. Reserving: App Fee: $40 Security Deposit: $300 Admin Fee: $495 Additional $141/mo includes: Water Sewer Gas Electricity Spectrum Wifi and Cable Common area maintenance
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.
8.8
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Meadowlark Apts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Meadowlark Apts has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
Meadowlark Apts 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.
Meadowlark Apts 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, Meadowlark Apts 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.
Meadowlark Apts 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 Meadowlark Apts to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
Meadowlark Apts is great for:
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 Meadowlark Apts compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in University Place
1-bedroom apartments at Meadowlark Apts cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in University Place.
Median rents as of Dec 20 2025.
University Place
Lincoln
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2024 | $697 |
| 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 | $746 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $535 |
| March 2024 | $795 |
| April 2024 | $795 |
| November 2024 | $975 |
| December 2024 | $975 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near Meadowlark Apts
Brownell Elementary School
6000 aylesworth ave
lincoln, NE, 68505
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
University Place | Lincoln, NE
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Lincoln near 1630 N 56th St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
5/10
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 1630 N 56th St, Lincoln
Groceries
2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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