Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on June 16, 2026
Average rent in
Lincoln, NE
Average rent in
Last updated on June 16, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Lincoln rent stands today
Lincoln, NE rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,105/month. Month to month rent climbed 1.8%, showing an upward movement in the market since last month.
Compared to national trends
Lincoln sits 43.3% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value in a smaller metro with 400 total rentals.
Price ranges
Studios in Lincoln rent for $730/month, 1-bedrooms for $850/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,127/month, with larger units reaching $2,200/month for 4+ bedrooms. Houses rent at a median of $1,850/month, while apartments are lower at $996/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
Antelope Park rents fell 54.9% year over year to $745/month across 23 rentals, a steep local decline compared to the broadly flat citywide market. This makes Antelope Park a notable outlier in Lincoln's rental landscape.
Median rent
Median rent in Lincoln
$1,105/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Lincoln is $1,105 per month as of June 2026. This is 43% below the national average rent, or $845 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Lincoln
400
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Lincoln rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Lincoln, NE
Average rent prices in Lincoln have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Lincoln, NE
Rent prices in Lincoln vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Lincoln is $996, whereas a house costs $1,850. 1-bedroom apartments in Lincoln run $850 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,095.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $730 | No Change | 2% | |
1 bedroom | $850 | No Change | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $1,127 | 1% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $1,600 |  2% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,200 | 1% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Crown Pointe | $1,300 | |
Downtown Lincoln | $900 | |
East Campus | $995 | |
Everett | $795 | |
Hartley | $1,010 | |
Hawley | $885 | |
Highlands | $1,499 | |
Near South | $785 | |
University Place | $950 | |
West A | $1,554 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $996 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,249 | 3% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,850 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$730
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,127
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
Near South
Average rent
$785
Downtown Lincoln
Average rent
$900
University Place
Average rent
$950
Everett
Average rent
$795
West A
Average rent
$1,554
Hawley
Average rent
$885
Hartley
Average rent
$1,010
East Campus
Average rent
$995
Highlands
Average rent
$1,499
Crown Pointe
Average rent
$1,300
Apartments
Average rent
$996
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,249
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$1,850
Last 30 days
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Lincoln, NE, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Lincoln, NE compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Lincoln and Bellevue by all bedroom counts and property types.
Lincoln
43%lower than the national median
37%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Lincoln, NE is 11% lower than the median rent in Bellevue, NE.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
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19%$1,401
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4%$1,390
13%$1,196
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3%$1,695
4%$1,335
190%$1,205
32%$893
Cost of living in Lincoln, NE
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 3% higher |
| Groceries | 1% lower |
| Health | 3% higher |
| Housing | 23% lower |
| Transportation | 5% lower |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in Lincoln, NE
3d ago
700 S 17th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
2 beds
1 bath
$675
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Near South apartment for rent in Lincoln
2 beds
1 bath
$699
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Indian Village apartment for rent in Lincoln
2 beds
1 bath
$699
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 16
5d+ ago
926 S 14th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lincoln
4 beds
3.5 baths
$3,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Lincoln
4 beds
3 baths
$3,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Lincoln
4 beds
3 baths
$3,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Lincoln
3 beds
2 baths
$2,900
House for rent
21h ago
Verified
1111 1111 47th Street SE, Lincoln, WA 98203
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,500–$1,799
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
8801 Mohave Dr, Lincoln, NE 68516
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,259–$1,599
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1170 Sw 27th St, Lincoln, NE 68522
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$917–$1,349
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1170 Sw 27th St, Lincoln, NE 68522
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$917–$1,349
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Verified
1111 1111 47th Street SE, Lincoln, WA 98203
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,500–$1,799
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
8801 Mohave Dr, Lincoln, NE 68516
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,259–$1,599
Apartment for rent
21h ago
Verified
1111 1111 47th Street SE, Lincoln, WA 98203
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,500–$1,799
Apartment for rent
13h ago
Verified
8801 Mohave Dr, Lincoln, NE 68516
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,259–$1,599
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1170 Sw 27th St, Lincoln, NE 68522
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$917–$1,099
Apartment for rent
21m ago
375 Fletcher Ave, Lincoln, NE 68521
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,081–$1,632
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 11
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Frequently asked questions for Lincoln, NE
Quick answers to common questions about the Lincoln rental market.
How much is rent in Lincoln?
The average rent in Lincoln is $1,105 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Lincoln?
Average rent prices in Lincoln have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
How does Lincoln rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Lincoln is 43% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $845 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Lincoln?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Lincoln are Near South ($785/mo), Everett ($795/mo), and Hawley ($885/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Lincoln?
To comfortably afford rent in Lincoln, you'd need to earn approximately $44,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Lincoln?
Lincoln, Nebraska rental prices in 2025 show one-bedroom apartments averaging around $930 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $1,200 monthly. These figures reflect a decline from the previous year's pricing across most apartment sizes in the city.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).