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2424-1/2 S 16th St
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5 Grace St

2236 S 20th St, Unit A

4105 Avenue C
Council Bluffs, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Council Bluffs?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Council Bluffs 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,067 | $925 | $2,795 |
Council Bluffs 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,734 | $1,495 | $2,500 |
Council Bluffs 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,091 | $1,495 | $2,850 |
Council Bluffs 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,775 | $2,700 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Available Council Bluffs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Council Bluffs, IA is a Studio unit found at The Avenue apartments in the Old Market neighborhood priced from $615. Westbrook Tower in the Old Market neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $735. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Council Bluffs apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Avenue apartments | Studio w/ Carpet | Studio,1BA | $615 |
Westbrook Tower | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
Securities Downtown | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Chester Manor | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Maple Second | One Bed/One Bath | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Council Bluffs area is the $1.18 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Cornerstone Apartments in the in the Old Market neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Council Bluffs apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at The Archive starting at $1,475 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Twin City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Council Bluffs apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Cornerstone Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
The Archive | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Highclere Apartments | 2 Beds 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
RiverEast | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Sunset Hills Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
Old Market Lofts | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
The Bluffs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
1819 Pinkney St, Unit 3 | 1819 Pinkney St | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
Westbrook Tower | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
208 Stutsman St, Unit Stutsman Apartment #2 | 208 Stutsman St | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Council Bluffs
What type of rentals are currently available in Council Bluffs?
There are currently 412 Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA with pricing that ranges from $565 to $5,521. There are also 43 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Council Bluffs ranging from $845 to $2,850.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Council Bluffs?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Council Bluffs ranges from $845 to $2,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,836.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Council Bluffs?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Council Bluffs range from $1,050 to $3,671, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,500.
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