
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA from $400 with Utilities Included (34 Rentals)
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Sherwood Forest Apartments

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Council Bluffs, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Council Bluffs?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Council Bluffs Studio Apartments | $1,258 | $685 | $5,521 |
Council Bluffs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,299 | $565 | $2,875 |
Council Bluffs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $665 | $3,680 |
Council Bluffs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $1,050 | $3,671 |
Council Bluffs 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,573 | $1,500 | $1,646 |
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Getting Around Council Bluffs, IA
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Council Bluffs Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Council Bluffs?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Council Bluffs is at The Avenue apartments listed at $615.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Council Bluffs Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Council Bluffs Apartment is $765 at The Avenue apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Council Bluffs Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Council Bluffs is starting from $850 at 3633 Avenue A.
What is the most affordable Council Bluffs Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Council Bluffs Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Featherstone Apartments and starts from $1,200.
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