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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Gated parking
  • Modern finishes
  • Soaring ceilings
  • Soaring wood ceilings
  • Pet-friendly
  • Historic wood ceilings

Location

1039 S 21st St, Omaha, NE 68108, USA|Columbus Park
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Management

PJ Morgan Real Estate

Leasing office

(402) 397-7775

Property Overview

Foundry Lofts offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and lifestyle appeal, with an 8/10 Zumper expert rating, competitive pricing, standout amenities, and a highly rated location. It also features gated parking, modern finishes, soaring historic wood ceilings, and pet-friendly living, while nearby parks, transit, schools, and a lively mix of restaurants and entertainment add to its overall appeal.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Foundry Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Foundry Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Wellness

Floor plans

1BR/1.5BA1 bed1.5 bath1,150 sqft$1,525 /mo1 unit availablePaxton-Mitchell Foundry was established in 1898 to manufacture components for locomotive steam engines. Today the former Little Italy Foundry has been transformed into an oasis of urban cool. Soaring, historic, wood ceilings create space for lofted master bedrooms and modern finishes incorporate the original structural beams of the 19th century building. Foundry Lofts includes 16 unique apartments on 1.3 acres, including gated parking and a large green space for activities. Tenants will enjoy close proximity to Midtown/Downtown Omaha. Live the Loft Lifestyle!

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Amenities for Foundry Lofts

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air
DryerFreezer
Patio

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Gated Parking
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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Building details

Property details

Units16

About Foundry Lofts

HomeApartments in OmahaColumbus Park Foundry Lofts

Paxton-Mitchell Foundry was established in 1898 to manufacture components for locomotive steam engines. Today the former Little Italy Foundry has been transformed into an oasis of urban cool. Soaring, historic, wood ceilings create space for lofted master bedrooms and modern finishes incorporate the original structural beams of the 19th century building. Foundry Lofts includes 16 unique apartments on 1.3 acres, including gated parking and a large green space for activities. Be the first to move in and enjoy close proximity to Midtown/Downtown Omaha. Live the Loft Lifestyle!


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Foundry Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Foundry Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Foundry Lofts
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, Foundry Lofts 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·10A 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.
Foundry Lofts stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Foundry Lofts 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 Foundry Lofts 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.
Foundry Lofts 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.

Foundry Lofts is great for:

Social life

  • 152 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 25 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • Area has 35 parks and recreation options

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Wellness

  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 35 parks nearby
  • Communal green spaces or garden
  • This property has patios or balconies for fresh air

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 Foundry Lofts compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 435 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 miles away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.8 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2.2 miles away
Balcony
Easy access to the outdoors
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 3.8 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Columbus Park

1-bedroom apartments at Foundry Lofts cost about 69% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Columbus Park.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Columbus Park
Omaha
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Omaha
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,120
November 2024$1,138
December 2024$1,150
January 2025$1,141
February 2025$1,125
March 2025$1,075
April 2025$995
May 2025$997
June 2025$1,026
July 2025$1,017
August 2025$1,007
September 2025$995
October 2025$969
November 2025$990
December 2025$997
January 2026$994
February 2026$991
March 2026$998
April 2026$1,007
May 2026$1,035
June 2026$1,026
July 2026$1,021
August 2026$1,017
September 2026$1,005
October 2026$995
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Columbus Park
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$1,079
September 2025$952
October 2025$891
November 2025$880
October 2026$900

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$61,000/yr

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Schools near Foundry Lofts

Liberty Elementary School

2021 st mary's ave

omaha, NE, 68102

PK, K-6Public
C-

Gifford Park Elementary School

717 n 32nd st

omaha, NE, 68131

PK, K-6Public
C

Early Childhood Center at Educare - Kellom

2123 paul st

omaha, NE, 68102

PKPublic

Beals Elementary School

1720 s 48th st

omaha, NE, 68106

PK, K-6Public
C

Early Learning Pk Center at Kennedy

3200 north 30th st

omaha, NE, 68111

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Columbus Park | Omaha, NE

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

Getting around Omaha near 1039 S 21st St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Points of interest for 1039 S 21st St, Omaha

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
Some bars within walking distance

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