1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA (206 Rentals)

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2511 3rd Ave
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2511 3rd Ave

2511 3rd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Benton Arms
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Benton Arms

101 Benton StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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Bennett Building
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Bennett Building

405 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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Northgate Apartments
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Northgate Apartments

1222 N 31st StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Oakland Apartments
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Oakland Apartments

255 Oakland AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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The Sawyer
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The Sawyer

125 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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The Rise
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The Rise

103 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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Parkwild Apartments
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Parkwild Apartments

1801 Parkwild DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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543 Mill St
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543 Mill St

543 Mill StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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2227 5th Ave
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2227 5th Ave

2227 5th AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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400 Franklin Ave
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400 Franklin Ave

400 Franklin AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

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720 Mynster St
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720 Mynster St

720 Mynster StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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1892 Apartments
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1892 Apartments

142 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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Twin City Apartments
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Twin City Apartments

3209 Renner DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Dudley Court
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Dudley Court

201 N 25th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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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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625 S 15th St
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625 S 15th St

625 S 15th 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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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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Largest Available Council Bluffs 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Council Bluffs, IA is found at L15 Lofts in the Old Market neighborhood and is 1,470 square feet priced from $984. Brickline at The Mercantile has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,431 square feet and currently listed start at $2,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Council Bluffs:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
L15 LoftsTimeless1,470 Sq Ft$984
Brickline at The MercantileLT2-HC1,431 Sq Ft$2,995
Cornerstone Apartments1,250 Sq Ft$1,550
The Archive1BR/1.0BA1,224 Sq Ft$1,350
Skinner Macaroni LoftsOne Bedroom with Den1,072 Sq Ft$1,372
Valley View Estates1 Bedroom950 Sq Ft$1,270
The DuoContrast891 Sq Ft$1,125
The BrandeisAC.1B.G801 Sq Ft$950
Old Market Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom740 Sq Ft$987
Dahlman FlatsOne Bedroom556 Sq Ft$935

Cheapest Available Council Bluffs 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Council Bluffs, IA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $735 at Westbrook Tower in the Old Market neighborhood. The second most affordable Council Bluffs 1 Bedroom is the Large 1 Bedroom /w HW Floors Model at The Avenue apartments starting at $765 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Council Bluffs is currently $1,319. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Council Bluffs:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Westbrook Tower1 Bedroom$735
The Avenue apartmentsLarge 1 Bedroom /w HW Floors$765
Maple SecondOne Bed/One Bath | 1-1$800
Cottonwood Apartments1X1B$830
Hidden Bluffs Apartments1X1 Balcony$845
Jones13Blackstone$858
Kensington Tower Apartments#4 Layout$895
The Drake and Liberty Lofts Apartments1 bedroom/ 1 bath$895
Rosewater Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$899
Featherstone ApartmentsOne Bedroom | One Bath$900

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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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Council Bluffs, IA

Ranked #5

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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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

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 Westbrook Tower listed at $735.

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 $1,319.

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 1,470 square feet unit starting from $984 at L15 Lofts.

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 724 sq ft.

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