Element 30 Apartments
2112 University Dr,
Kearney, NE 68845
$1,290 - $2,565 | 1-2 Beds
Kearney
Kearney, NE
Area Guide
Bask in big-city amenities with small-town ease in Central Nebraska
Suburban
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Family-Friendly
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Scenic
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Riverside
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Historic
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Active
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Welcoming
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Vibrant
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Growing
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College Town
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Located in the heart of Central Nebraska along the banks of the Platte River, Kearney offers residents big-city amenities with small-town ease. Regarded as the “Sandhill Crane Capital of the World,” Kearney is known for hosting a large migration of Sandhill Cranes every year from late February to early April.
In addition to spectacular viewings of cranes, Kearney provides a host of recreational opportunities with quick access to the Platte River, numerous parks and golf courses, and over 18 miles of scenic trails in town. Kearney also features historical trails, with the Oregon, California, and Mormon Trails all converging through the region.
History is celebrated in Kearney, which contains a multitude of diverse museums, from the Museum of Nebraska Art to the Nebraska Firefighters Museum and everything in between. Home to the University of Nebraska at Kearney, Kearney has abundant cultural offerings in addition to shopping options downtown and at the local mall. Convenience to I-80, U.S. 30, and Kearney Regional Airport makes getting around from Kearney simple.
Rent Trends
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Kearney, NE is $1,018 for a studio, $1,126 for one bedroom, $1,109 for two bedrooms, and $1,351 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kearney has increased by 1.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,126/month
661 Sq Ft
Transportation
48
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
51
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
408 Students
9
Public
Grades PK-5
259 Students
8
Public
Grades PK-5
282 Students
7
Public
Grades PK-5
381 Students
6
Public
Grades PK-5
316 Students
6
Public
Grades 6-8
619 Students
5
Public
Grades 6-8
577 Students
5
Public
Grades 8-12
50 Students
1
Public
Grades 6-12
Rating Unavailable
Public
Grades PK-12
Rating Unavailable
Public
Grades 9-12
1,629 Students
6
Public
Grades 8-12
50 Students
1
Public
Grades 6-12
Rating Unavailable
Public
Grades PK-12
Rating Unavailable
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- KidZone
- Rainwater Basin Wetland Management District
- Fort Kearny State Recreation Area
- Fort Kearny State Historical Park
- Union Pacific State Recreation Area
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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.