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Grand Island, NE

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The Gem of the Prairie offers timeless charm with a hip, modern flair

Rural River College Airport Interstate

Roughly one hundred miles west of Lincoln on Interstate 80, Grand Island is the largest city in central Nebraska. The popular Railside district anchors the city’s cultural scene, with live music constantly heard in venues like the historic Grand Theatre and the hip Railside Plaza, plus the eclectic cafes, bars, galleries, and specialty shops that fill the area.

Since 2010, Grand Island has served as the home of the Nebraska State Fair, which draws enormous crowds to Fonner Park every fall. The surrounding rivers and prairie offers endless opportunities to get up close and personal with the local wildlife— bird watchers come from far and wide to see the famous Sandhill Cranes, and the stunning beauty of the grasslands serves as a scenic backdrop for everyday life in Grand Island.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Grand Island, NE is $1,023 for a studio, $1,023 for one bedroom, $1,284 for two bedrooms, and $1,311 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Grand Island has increased by 3.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,023/month
735 Sq Ft
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Transportation

46

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

47

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

1R Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

190 Students

7
out of 10

Cedar Hollow School

Public

Grades PK-8

378 Students

6
out of 10

Engleman Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

481 Students

5
out of 10

Seedling Mile Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

112 Students

5
out of 10

Howard Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

471 Students

4
out of 10

1R Elementary

Public

Grades PK-8

190 Students

7
out of 10

Cedar Hollow School

Public

Grades PK-8

378 Students

6
out of 10

Walnut Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

853 Students

4
out of 10

Westridge Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

599 Students

4
out of 10

Barr Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

718 Students

3
out of 10

Northwest High School

Public

Grades 9-12

703 Students

7
out of 10

Grand Island Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,650 Students

1
out of 10
Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Mormon Island State Recreation Area

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Central Nebraska Regional

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