About Lincoln, NE

Lincoln - A Great Place to Live

Founded in 1856 and located in the south-east corner of Nebraska, Lincoln has grown to over 225,000 people, making it the second most populous city in the state. Lincoln also many venues for live music and plays such as Pershing Auditorium, Lied Center, and the Mary Riepma Ross Media Arts Center.

Attractions - Things to See in Lincoln

Outdoors enthusiasts will enjoy Lincoln's park system, which includes over 100 parks for outdoor recreation. Other sites of interest include the Lincoln capitol building, 5 different arboretums, and the Lincoln Children's Museum and Children's Zoo. The city is also host to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Apartment Rentals and Average Rents

With a lower than average cost of living, Lincoln apartments are very affordable. Average prices for apartments in the area are as follows: 1 bedroom apartments average around $600, while 2 bedroom apartments average to around $725. The average cost for apartments in the city area is around $650, which is below the national average.