1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA (267 Rentals)

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Valley View Estates
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$1,185 - $1,210
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Valley View Estates

720 Valley View DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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TreeHouse
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$1,610 - $1,810
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$1,260 - $2,310
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TreeHouse

34th & West BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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$1,700 - $2,200

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621 S Main St

Council BluffsIA51503
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551 Mill St
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551 Mill St

551 Mill StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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625 S 15th St
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625 S 15th St

625 S 15th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Siu-Ng Apartments
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Siu-Ng Apartments

305 N 6th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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Benton Arms
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Benton Arms

101 Benton StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

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500 22nd Ave
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500 22nd Ave

500 22nd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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717 1st Ave
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717 1st Ave

717 1st AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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208 S 1st St
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208 S 1st St

208 S 1st StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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11 N 25th St
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11 N 25th St

11 N 25th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Shady Hollow
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Shady Hollow

3303 W Broadway StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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221 13th Ave
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221 13th Ave

221 13th AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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809 1st Ave
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809 1st Ave

809 1st AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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237 Fairview Ave
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237 Fairview Ave

237 Fairview AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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804 A Ave
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804 A Ave

804 A AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

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185 14th Ave
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185 14th Ave

185 14th AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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909 Avenue G
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909 Avenue G

909 Avenue GCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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1010 W 3rd Ave
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1010 W 3rd Ave

1010 W 3rd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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317-319 N 1st St
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317-319 N 1st St

317-319 N 1st StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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3311 9th Ave
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3311 9th Ave

3311 9th AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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927 2nd Ave
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927 2nd Ave

927 2nd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501

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Largest Available Council Bluffs 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Council Bluffs, IA is found at The Brandeis in the Old Market neighborhood and is 2,222 square feet priced from $1,004. 1501 Jackson has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,061 square feet and currently listed start at $1,399. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Council Bluffs:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The BrandeisAC.1B.G2,222 Sq Ft$1,004
1501 JacksonGallery1,061 Sq Ft$1,399
Fontenelle Hills1 Bed 1 Bath Loft1,026 Sq Ft$943
River Park by BroadmoorColorado959 Sq Ft$1,525
Valley View Estates1BR950 Sq Ft$1,185
The Monico1BR/1.5BA941 Sq Ft$1,395
The HighlineArmstrong923 Sq Ft$1,090
Brickline at The MercantileA4902 Sq Ft$1,999
Nichol Flats1x1 +885 Sq Ft$1,220
The Wire1st Floor561 Sq Ft$1,068

Cheapest Available Council Bluffs 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 11, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Council Bluffs, IA is the Midsize 1 Bedroom w/ Carpet Model starting from $695 at The Avenue apartments in the Old Market neighborhood. The second most affordable Council Bluffs 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Westbrook Tower starting at $769 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Council Bluffs is currently $1,237. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Council Bluffs:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Avenue apartmentsMidsize 1 Bedroom w/ Carpet$695
Westbrook Tower1 Bedroom$769
2233 S 20th St1 Beds, 1 Baths$795
Kensington Tower Apartments#4 Layout$825
The Drake and Liberty Lofts Apartments1 Bedroom Remodeled$825
Arbor Manor Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$825
The Flats on HowardLongfellow 1-1$843
Maple SecondOne Bed/One Bath | 1-1$875
Rosewater Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$875
Dahlman Flats1 Bed, 1 Bath - 556 SF$891

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Council Bluffs Overview

Are you thinking about moving to an apartment in Council Bluffs, Iowa? Maybe you're single, searching for a comfortable studio apartment. Living in an apartment in Council Bluffs puts you in the center of the activity downtown. Couples and families will find affordable apartments with plenty of space as well. From Tipi camping at Walking Stick Adventures Farm to a visit to the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, or wine tasting in Arden Creek, Council Bluffs offers plenty to do for everyone. The city sits on the east bank of the Missouri River, across from the city of Omaha, Nebraska. Between the two towns, the Omaha metropolitan region, totals over 900,000, making it the 59th largest metro area in the United States,

Why live in Council Bluffs, IA?

There's family fun, outdoor adventures, arts and culture, great food, and more to enjoy in Council Bluffs. Not only that, but mid-America offers some of the most affordable rents in the country. And the Council Bluffs Community School District offers students and parents opportunities to get involved. Additionally, College students from Iowa Western Community College will find affordable apartments in Council Bluffs to rent as an option to dorm living.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Council Bluffs Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Council Bluffs with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Council Bluffs is at The Avenue apartments listed at $695.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Council Bluffs Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Council Bluffs is $1,237.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Council Bluffs Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Council Bluffs is a 2,222 square feet unit starting from $1,004 at The Brandeis.

What is the average size for Council Bluffs 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Council Bluffs is currently 725 sq ft.

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