Highlands

Lincoln, NE

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Highlands - Lincoln, NE

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Home to the Highlands Golf Course

Suburban Golf Airport Commuter Accessible

Highlands is a small suburban neighborhood in northern Lincoln. Highlands features manicured lawns, cul de sacs, and affordable to moderately priced rental options in a variety of styles from single-family homes to modern apartments. The neighborhood is best known for the Highlands Golf Course which dominates the western portion of the community. Several office buildings and warehouses are located in the southern tip of Highlands making it a good choice for residents who want their workplace to be close to home. Commuters also enjoy easy access to several major roadways including Interstate 80, Highway 34, and Highway 77. Lincoln Airport is located to the west of Highlands making out-of-state travel easy. Although there are a few casual restaurants and small shops in Highlands, most residents travel into Downtown Lincoln for shopping, dining, and entertainment since the city center is only five miles away.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Highlands is $925 for a studio, $1,212 for one bedroom, $1,514 for two bedrooms, and $1,530 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Highlands has increased by 0.8% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 517 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $925/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 774 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,212/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,144 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,514/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,373 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,530/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

25

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

20

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

44

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.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Mueller Planetarium
  • University of Nebraska State Museum
  • Lincoln Children's Museum
  • Nebraska Game and Parks Outdoor Education Center
  • Maxwell Arboretum

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Lincoln

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