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Council Bluffs, IA Local Guide

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. Chester Manor in the Southeast Omaha neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Council Bluffs apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Avenue apartmentsStudio w/ CarpetStudio,1BA$615
Chester Manor1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$675
Westbrook Tower1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$735

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA

As of April 15, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cornerstone Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.18
The Archive2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.21
Highclere Apartments2 Beds 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.20
RiverEastTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Old Market Lofts2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.31
Sunset Hills Townhomes2 Beds, 1.5 baths2BR,1.5BA$1.19
Chapel Ridge-C BluffsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.32
The BluffsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.25
Sherwood Forest Apartments1 bd x 1 bth- small1BR,1BA$1.30
Westbrook Tower1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Council Bluffs

What type of rentals are currently available in Council Bluffs?

There are currently 413 Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA with pricing that ranges from $565 to $5,205. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Council Bluffs ranging from $850 to $3,200.

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 $850 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $1,805.

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 $4,463, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,500.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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