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Lincoln averages about $900 per month for a one-bedroom. The Haymarket district runs closer to $1,100 while established neighborhoods like Havelock offer options around $800.
Lincoln median rent is $600 below the national median of $1,500/mo — an affordable market.
The largest employer in Lincoln is Bryan Health, making the Haymarket area and nearby neighborhoods popular for commuters looking to minimize travel time.
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Lincoln averages about $900 per month for a one-bedroom. The Haymarket district runs closer to $1,100 while established neighborhoods like Havelock offer options around $800.
Lincoln uniquely combines the energy of a Big Ten university town (UNL) with the stability of a state capital. The city has low unemployment, affordable housing, and a surprisingly active arts and restaurant scene anchored by Haymarket District.
Lincoln has consistently low unemployment thanks to its dual anchors of state government and the University of Nebraska. Healthcare, insurance, and technology companies round out the economy, and the city has attracted back-office operations from major national firms.
Lincoln has an outstanding parks system with over 130 parks and the 130-mile Wilderness Park trail system within city limits. The nearby Platte River and Branched Oak Lake offer fishing, kayaking, and camping within 30 minutes of downtown.
Wilderness Ridge and Northwest Lincoln are the top choices for newer construction with top-rated schools. The Haymarket and Near South neighborhoods offer the most walkable urban living, popular with professionals and UNL students.
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