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Rental Market Trends in Grand Island, NE

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Grand Island, NE is $1,077/month.

Rent in Grand Island is 35% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,077/month

Average Rent

743 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1%

Change / Year

329

Available Apartments

Grand Island rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Grand Island average $1,128 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Grand Island average $1,077 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Grand Island average $1,325 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Grand Island average $1,356 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,128/month
561 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,077/month
743 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,325/month
1,005 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,356/month
1,166 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,053/month
1,188 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Grand Island, NE?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1%, which averages out to $11 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Grand Island, NE

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Grand Island, NE
Percentage*
Rent Range
6% Below $700/month
25% $700 - $1,000/month
50% $1,001 - $1,500/month
19% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Grand Island, NE?

Because the average rent in Grand Island is $1,077, you’ll want to make about $3,590 per month or $43,080 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Grand Island, NE

329 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Grand Island, NE compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Grand Island, NE to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Grand Island We Think You'll Love

Concord Villas

Concord Villas

1113 N Claude Rd,
Grand Island, NE 68803

1 Bed | $1,375

Legacy 34

Legacy 34

3601 Innate Circle,
Grand Island, NE 68801

1-2 Beds | $1,289 - $2,450

Talon Apartments

Talon Apartments

200 US-34,
Grand Island, NE 68801

1-2 Beds | $1,049 - $1,645

Cedar Ridge

Cedar Ridge

1204 Cedar Ridge Ct,
Grand Island, NE 68803

2-3 Beds | $1,080 - $1,280

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Grand Island?

The average rent in Grand Island is $1,077 per month, which is 35.2% lower than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in Grand Island?

The average rent for a house in Grand Island, NE is $2,053 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Grand Island?

Rents in Grand Island, NE are increasing, with prices up 1.0% year-over-year and $11 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Grand Island?

In Grand Island, NE, 50% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Nebraska Grand Island Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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