Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/22/2025
Nebraska’s rental market offers a diverse mix of apartments and single‑family homes, catering to students, young professionals, and families alike. In the state’s vibrant urban centers such as Omaha’s historic Old Market and downtown Lincoln, renters enjoy walkable neighborhoods, cultural attractions, and easy access to universities and major employers. Suburban communities surrounding these cities provide quieter settings with larger lot sizes and newer developments, while the plains‑side towns deliver affordable options and a strong sense of community.
Apartment options range from efficient studios in the $1100 range to spacious three‑bedroom units that approach the $1800 range, reflecting the variety of floor plans available across the state. Larger four‑plus bedroom apartments often sit in a similar price band, offering flexibility for shared living or home‑office spaces. Single‑family houses tend to start in the $2500 range for one‑bedroom units and rise above $2400 for four‑plus bedroom homes, with median rents indicating competitive pricing for well‑maintained properties. Prospective renters can find both historic homes near the University of Nebraska campus and modern developments near the Omaha Convention Center, each contributing to a balanced rental ecosystem.
Beyond price points, Nebraska’s rental landscape is shaped by its low cost of living, strong employment sectors in agriculture, technology, and healthcare, and the appeal of a mid‑western lifestyle. Whether seeking a downtown apartment with easy transit options or a family house with backyard space near the scenic Platte River, renters benefit from a market that blends affordability with quality of life, making Nebraska an attractive destination for long‑term residence.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | Studio | $1,025 | $980 | $270 - $1,695 | $810 - $1,210 |
| Apartment | 1 Bedroom | $1,241 | $1,227 | $600 - $2,040 | $1,085 - $1,395 |
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $1,582 | $1,510 | $635 - $5,300 | $1,225 - $1,825 |
| Apartment | 3 Bedroom | $1,772 | $1,580 | $741 - $3,399 | $1,415 - $2,202 |
| Apartment | 4+ Bedroom | $1,348 | $1,600 | $544 - $1,900 | $544 - $1,900 |
| House | 1 Bedroom | $893 | $887 | $800 - $1,000 | $850 - $1,000 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,438 | $1,395 | $650 - $2,300 | $1,250 - $1,650 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $1,855 | $1,895 | $700 - $3,300 | $1,500 - $2,175 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $2,387 | $2,300 | $1,200 - $5,500 | $1,895 - $2,900 |
In the current period, the average rent in Nebraska was $1,025 for Studio, $1,231 for 1 Bedroom, $1,556 for 2 Bedroom, $1,827 for 3 Bedroom, and $2,294 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.