Stony Brook Omaha Review: Low Rent, Thin Listing Details

30-Second Take

Stony Brook is one of the cheaper apartment listings in southwest Omaha, with one-bedroom units starting at $960 per month. The available one-bedrooms shown on Zillow measure 792 square feet, include one bathroom, and are available now. That price is appealing, but the listing leaves out several details that matter before signing: required fees, exact parking costs, utility responsibility, and days on market. The apartment community is pet-friendly, which helps, but the listing is too thin to call it a bargain without a full cost breakdown.

What the Listing Actually Shows

Stony Brook is at 14735 W Plz, Omaha, NE 68137, in the 68137 ZIP code. Zillow lists it as an apartment building with one-, two-, and three-bedroom units. Current advertised starting rents are $960 for one bedroom, $1,110 for two bedrooms, and $1,590 for three bedrooms.

The visible one-bedroom units are 792 square feet with one bathroom and are available now. Zillow shows 10 available units in total, though the supplied page excerpt does not provide complete details for every unit. The listing includes 28 photos, one 3D tour, and virtual staging. That is more useful than a bare photo gallery, especially for checking room proportions, but staged images should not be mistaken for the actual finish level.

The property is marked pet-friendly and lists “other parking + 1.” That wording is frustratingly vague. It does not tell you whether parking is assigned, covered, included in rent, or subject to a monthly charge. Zillow also warns that the displayed price may exclude required fees and charges, so the advertised rent is only the starting point.

No square footage, bedroom count, bathroom count, price change, or days-on-market figure is supplied at the property level. That does not prove the units have been sitting empty; it means the listing does not give you enough history to judge demand or seller motivation. Ask the leasing office for the current availability date and a complete move-in cost sheet.

Where Stony Brook Wins

• ✅ $960 starting rent is a manageable entry point for southwest Omaha, at least before fees and utilities.
• ✅ A 792-square-foot one-bedroom gives you more breathing room than a tiny urban unit at a similar headline price.
• ✅ Multiple floor plans are available, from one to three bedrooms, which is useful for roommates or a growing household.
• ✅ Pet-friendly policies remove one common barrier for renters with cats or dogs.
• ✅ The 3D tour lets you inspect the layout remotely before scheduling a visit.

The one-bedroom price is the most compelling part of the listing. At $960, the unit could work for a single renter or couple trying to keep base rent below $1,000. The catch is that the monthly total may look very different once parking, pet charges, utilities, and mandatory fees are added.

The 792-square-foot layout also deserves credit. That is enough space for a defined living area, a home office corner, and normal bedroom furniture without forcing everything into one room. Still, the photos and tour should be checked for storage, closet size, window placement, and kitchen condition before you treat the floor plan as spacious in practice.

Where It Falls Short

• ❌ The listing does not show the required monthly fees or total move-in cost.
• ❌ Parking information is too vague to price accurately.
• ❌ Utilities, security deposit, pet fees, and application charges are not provided in the supplied details.
• ❌ The property-level listing does not include days on market or a price-change history.
• ❌ The condition is tagged as original, so renters should not assume recently renovated interiors.

The biggest risk is not the $960 rent itself. It is the missing math. Zillow explicitly says the displayed price may exclude required charges, and that warning matters more here because parking is not clearly included and pet-friendly buildings often add monthly pet rent or one-time fees.

The “original” condition tag is another reason to inspect carefully. Original finishes can be perfectly serviceable, but they often mean older cabinets, flooring, appliances, fixtures, or windows. Ask when the specific unit was last renovated rather than relying on community photos. A staged image of one floor plan may not match the unit offered to you.

Commute information is also limited. The address places Stony Brook in southwest Omaha, but the listing does not identify the nearest bus stop, highway access point, or typical drive times. Before applying, test the route to work during your actual commute window. A low rent can lose its value quickly if it adds a long daily drive.

How It Compares With Nearby Alternatives

Stony Brook is cheaper on headline rent than many newer southwest Omaha communities, but price alone does not settle the comparison. A newer property such as The Brumley may offer more current finishes or clearer amenity details, while Stony Brook appears to trade polish and transparency for a lower starting figure. The comparison only becomes fair after adding parking, utilities, pet costs, and mandatory fees on both sides.

For a renter focused on space per dollar, Stony Brook’s 792-square-foot one-bedroom is more interesting than the $960 figure alone. For someone prioritizing a renovated kitchen, controlled-access features, or clearly itemized costs, a newer competitor may justify a higher base rent. The listing does not provide enough information to claim Stony Brook is cheaper after all recurring charges.

Its location may suit drivers who work in southwest Omaha or near major roads, but transit-dependent renters need to verify service themselves. No school-district information is provided, so households choosing a home around schools should research the assigned district directly rather than infer it from the ZIP code.

Best Fit

Choose this if you are a single renter or couple with a monthly housing budget around $1,000 before utilities, need a pet-friendly one-bedroom, and commute by car in southwest Omaha. The 792-square-foot layout and immediate availability make it worth touring.

Skip this if you need a fully renovated apartment, depend on public transportation, require guaranteed included parking, or need an exact all-in monthly price before applying. Families should also verify the three-bedroom layout, school assignment, storage, and total fees rather than assuming the $1,590 starting rent covers the full cost.

Before paying an application fee, request five numbers in writing: base rent for the exact unit, mandatory monthly fees, parking cost, utility responsibility, and total move-in charges. Also ask whether the advertised rent depends on a specific lease length. Zillow identifies the provider as Stony Brook and links to the official Zillow listing, but the leasing office must confirm the final terms.

Final Verdict

Stony Brook is best for a price-conscious single renter or couple with a pet, a car, and a southwest Omaha commute who can tolerate original finishes and verify fees before signing. The $960 one-bedroom starting price and 792 square feet are genuinely appealing. The listing’s missing cost and parking details keep it from being an automatic bargain.

If the all-in monthly cost stays close to the advertised rent, tour the unit. If mandatory fees push it near newer competitors, the older condition becomes much harder to justify. Renters comparing larger layouts should also read The Carina Review: Big 3-Bedroom, Missing the Basics, especially if space matters more than polished finishes.