What is the average apartment size in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE?

The average size for a Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE apartment is 827 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Downtown Omaha?

As of Feb / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Omaha is $1,423 per month, a 2.12% decrease from last years average of $1,454.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Omaha?

In Downtown Omaha, studios rent for $1,002 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,221 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,741 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,526 per month

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Omaha?

The typical apartment in Downtown Omaha offers about 827 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Omaha?

Studio apartments in Downtown Omaha average 473 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 684 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,064 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,704 sq. ft.

Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Omaha?

The typical rent budget in Downtown Omaha ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 51% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Omaha?

In Downtown Omaha, 82% of households rent while 18% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: April 12, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Omaha is $1,423, a 2.12% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,454.

Studio Apartments at $1,002 offer the most budget-friendly option with 473 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 684 square feet for $1,221, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,741 offer 1,064 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,704 sq ft) for $2,526, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE

Last updated: April 12, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,423	827 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,002	473 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,221	684 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,741	1,064 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,526	1,704 sq. ft.

Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE have decreased by 2.12% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,454 to $1,423.

What's the typical rent budget in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE?

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE (51%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE?

4,390 or 82% of the households in Downtown Omaha, Omaha, NE are renter-occupied while 947 or 18% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown Omaha?

Park East $925/month

Dundee - Memorial Park $929/month

Hanscom Park $934/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,324/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Downtown Omaha?

Elk Ridge - High Point $1,858/month

Walnut Ridge $1,873/month

Fire Ridge - Pacific Pointe $2,002/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Omaha, NE By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Fire Ridge - Pacific Pointe	$2,002
Walnut Ridge	$1,873
Elk Ridge - High Point	$1,858
Woodbridge - Somerset	$1,846
Paddock Road - Oakdale	$1,822
Royalwood	$1,769
Ak-sar-ben - Elmwood	$1,740
Spring Ridge - Lakeside	$1,605
Briar Hills	$1,592
Joslyn Castle	$1,587
Greenbrier - Summer Glen	$1,576
Elkhorn - Fair Meadows	$1,547
Leavenworth	$1,520
Pheasant Run - Stonybrook	$1,471
Crescent Oaks - Summerwood	$1,459
Westgate	$1,457
Hillsborough	$1,446
Gifford Park	$1,440
Downtown Omaha	$1,423
Blackstone	$1,412
Candlewood - Linden	$1,391
Westbrook	$1,378
Dahlman	$1,375
GIT	$1,361
Piedmont Wycliffe - Pacific Meadows	$1,345
Westin Hills - Torrey Pines	$1,317
Golden Valley - Old Loveland	$1,307
West Hampton - Winterburn	$1,288
Benson	$1,259
Deer Ridge - West Fairacres	$1,251
Eagle Run - Willow Wood	$1,243
Ralston	$1,237
Crosskey Village - Lee Valley	$1,237
Millard Airport	$1,234
Meadowbrook	$1,229
Old Market	$1,203
Westwood Heights - Montclair	$1,199
Cornish Heights - Loveland	$1,183
Rambleridge	$1,154
West Dodge Addition	$1,140
Applewood Heights - Disney	$1,130
Cherry Hills	$1,122
Roanoke	$1,120
Parkside - Trendwood	$1,107
Maple Village	$1,083
Sunny Slope	$1,057
NONAC	$1,052
Prairie Lane	$940
Elmwood Park	$938
Hanscom Park	$934
Dundee - Memorial Park	$929
Park East	$925

Omaha | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Omaha is 18% lower than in Ak-sar-ben - Elmwood

$1,423

Downtown Omaha rent is the same as Omaha average

Average Rent $1,423

$1,740

Ak-sar-ben - Elmwood rent is 22% higher than Omaha average

Average Rent $1,740

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Downtown Omaha apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.