Situated at 1040 Y St, Lincoln, 68508, United States, Prime Place Lincoln offers 2B and 3B apartments for students and scholars. It is a great option for students at the University of Nebraska, a 16-minute walk from the property, and Nebraska Wesleyan University, about an 11-minute drive away. With its proximity to major universities, Prime Place Lincoln makes it easy to balance commuting with city life.
Lincoln is Nebraska's capital and a renowned college town, with the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) providing the backbone of the city's student life. In terms of safety, the 2026 TravelSafe assessment gives Lincoln a safety index of 46/100; crime can vary by area, so students should consider the local neighborhood before choosing a property. Some of the best neighborhoods in Lincoln with good recent crime scores include Country Club, Greater South, Yankee Ridge, High Ridge-Cushman, and Family Acres. Lincoln has a city-wide walk score of 44/100, though some central areas are much more walkable; the area has a Walk Score of 86/100 at the specific Everett location (Walk Score). In terms of living costs, Lincoln has a relatively affordable cost of living for a US college city, with its overall cost of living at 6.8% below the national average in its September 2026 update.
Prime Place Lincoln is offering 2B and 3B student apartments. The 2 Bed 2 Bath apartments have a private bedroom and bathroom, plus a shared kitchen. Similarly, the 3 Bed 3 Bath apartments have a private bedroom and bathroom, plus a shared kitchen. Prime Place Lincoln offers excellent amenities such as dishwashers, granite countertops, full-size refrigerators, washers and dryers, and high-speed WiFi, making everyday student life a breeze.
Prime Place Lincoln has a range of amenities to help student life run smoothly and be as comfortable as possible. Water, electricity, trash removal, and internet are included in the rent to help students keep their monthly costs in check. Students can use designated study areas, WiFi, vending machines, the fitness gym, the yoga studio, and the coffee station. The Prime Apartments Lincoln NE, also offers surface parking, outdoor BBQ grills, and a swimming pool, giving students plenty of places to study, relax, stay active, and socialize.
Located in North Bottoms, Prime Place Lincoln is about 6.3 miles from Southeast Community College and 26.1 miles from Concordia University Nebraska, making it a great location for student apartments in Lincoln. Students can access all of Love Library at UNL and the Bennett Martin Public Library for their study and reading needs. The local Walgreens Pharmacy on O Street is nearby for medications and convenience, while the Canopy Street Market is a great spot to pick up groceries and everyday needs. The Prime Place apartments Lincoln are also close to downtown Lincoln and the Historic Haymarket, giving students easy access to shops and services. Bryan Medical Center is about 4.9 miles away, an 11-minute drive.
Residents living in student housing in Lincoln have plenty of exciting things to do outside of university hours without having to go far from the city center. For coffee and study breaks, places around the university and Haymarket, including The Coffee House, Reactor, Crescent Moon, and the Historic Haymarket, offer an excellent mix of cafes and casual dining. Students can fill their evenings with food at LeadBelly, Lazlo's, Sultan's Kite, Honest Abe's, plus the many restaurants around downtown and the Railyard. The Historic Haymarket is also one of the city's main hubs for shopping, dining, and entertainment, while Gateway Mall and SouthPointe Pavilions offer more traditional shopping. For outdoor time, students can use Sunken Gardens, Pioneers Park Nature Center, Wilderness Park, or explore Lincoln's vast bike-trail network. As evening falls, the Haymarket and Railyard are popular for live music, bars, and socializing, with places such as The Other Room, Zoo Bar, and the Railyard venues giving students the option of a night out.
Getting around from Prime Place Lincoln is very simple, especially for students heading to UNL and downtown Lincoln. Bus stops around North 10th Street, including North 10th Street & Charleston Street and North 10th Street & Claremont Street, are a short walk away (about a 1-3 minute walk) and are served by StarTran routes. UNL students can utilize the free rides on StarTran fixed-route buses with a university-issued bus pass and valid UNL photo ID, and other riders will be charged the standard $1.25 fare. Students living in Prime Place apartments Lincoln NE, have neither a tram nor a light-rail service, so buses, walking, and cycling are the main options. The Lincoln Amtrak Station is about 1 mile away, and Lincoln Airport (LNK) is about 4.2 miles away, an 8-minute drive.
A guarantor is generally required unless you can document that you meet the property’s income qualification requirements. Applicants may qualify using one of the following options: Domestic Guarantor Self Guarantor (Applicant) Approved Third-Party Guarantor A qualifying guarantor must have a minimum annual gross income equal to 36 times the monthly rent. International applicants who are unable to qualify independently or provide an accepted domestic guarantor may enroll with the approved third-party guarantor service, LeapEasy, subject to the property's policy and successful enrollment. LeapEasy is accepted as an approved third-party guarantor option for applicants who do not have a qualifying guarantor. Supporting documents may include: Bank statement Income proof (pay slips)
Accepted payment methods include: Credit Card, Bank Transfer, Money Order, Cashier's Check, Cash App Pay, E-check, and cash via MoneyGram.
Monthly Utility Charge Fee: Two-bedroom apartments: $65/month Three- and four-bedroom apartments: $50/month Utility Billing Charge: $4 Parking Fee: $40.00 per month If your monthly utility usage exceeds the allowance, you must pay the excess amount. Liability waiver program: $14/month (automatically applied unless a compliant third-party renters insurance policy is provided). Pet Rent: $75 monthly Pet Deposit: $150 one-time nonrefundable Pet Registration Fee: $25 annually per pet Unauthorized Pet Charge: $500 Animal-Policy Violation Fine: $50
Rent is due on the 1st day of every month. Rent is based on the total lease amount divided into the number of installments stated in the lease; it is not prorated according to the exact number of days occupied in each calendar month. The applicable lease dates and installment schedule are shown with the selected floorplan and in the lease.
No security deposit is required. One monthly rental installment is due on or before the first day of the month in which the lease begins. You need to pay a $25 application fee and a $249 move-out service fee.
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