HANGAR 55 AT THEATRE DISTRICT
1019 Theatre Drive,
Hastings, NE 68901
$965 - $1,425 | Studio - 2 Beds
Hastings
Hastings, NE
Area Guide
A picturesque oasis in the heart of the Nebraska prairie
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Hastings is a small city in south-central Nebraska, located about 25 miles south of Grand Island. The entire community exudes a timeless small-town atmosphere, particularly in the historic Downtown district: start your day with a caffeine boost at Blue Moon Coffee Company, or wind down with a cold pint at First Street Brewing Company. The city’s Highlands Park is home to the famous Fisher Rainbow Fountain, a local landmark and the largest water fountain for hundreds of miles around.
On the east side, Hastings College and Central Community College serve as cultural hubs for the city and employ many locals. The local rental market features a diverse selection of apartments, condos, and single-family homes, with great options available for any taste, budget, or lifestyle.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Hastings, NE is $849 for one bedroom, $884 for two bedrooms, and $960 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hastings has increased by 4.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$849/month
386 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Hastings, NE is 13.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Hastings is 25.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $0 - $960. You can expect to pay 7.3% less for groceries, 19.9% less for utilities, and 3.9% less for transportation.
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Transportation
43
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
48
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
Public
Grades PK-5
307 Students
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Raymond A Watson Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
332 Students
4
Public
Grades PK-5
332 Students
4
Public
Grades PK-5
249 Students
4
Public
Grades PK-5
299 Students
3
Adams Central Jr-Sr High School
Public
Grades 7-12
430 Students
6
Public
Grades 6-8
780 Students
3
Public
Grades 7-8
Rating Unavailable
Public
Grades PK-12
Rating Unavailable
Adams Central Jr-Sr High School
Public
Grades 7-12
430 Students
6
Public
Grades 9-12
1,067 Students
3
Public
Grades PK-12
Rating Unavailable
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Hastings Museum of Natural & Cultural History
- Children's Museum of Central Nebraska
- Prairie Loft Education Center
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Central Nebraska Regional
Colleges
Top Apartments in Hastings
Houses for Rent in Hastings
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 February 2025.