2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA (219 Rentals)

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133 Benton St

Council BluffsIA51503

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2511 3rd Ave
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2511 3rd Ave

2511 3rd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Salisbury Court
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Salisbury Court

1831 Nash BlvdCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Bennett Building
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Bennett Building

405 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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Beacon Place
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Beacon Place

2400 S 19th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Greenbriar Apartments
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Greenbriar Apartments

1401 Franklin AveCouncil 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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The Sawyer
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The Sawyer

125 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

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RiverEast
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RiverEast

3201 Renner DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Parkwild Apartments
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Parkwild Apartments

1801 Parkwild DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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The Archive
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The Archive

8 S 6th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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600 1st Ave
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600 1st Ave

600 1st AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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The Ridgeline
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The Ridgeline

585 Valley View DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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812 5th Ave
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812 5th Ave

812 5th AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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The Cohen
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The Cohen

530 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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Hughes-Irons Flats
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Hughes-Irons Flats

141 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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10 N 31st St
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10 N 31st St

10 N 31st StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Largest Available Council Bluffs 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Council Bluffs, IA is found at Lyric Townhomes in the Old Market neighborhood and is 1,570 square feet priced from $2,395. Broadmoor at Rivers Edge has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,550 square feet and currently listed start at $2,725. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Council Bluffs:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Lyric TownhomesThe Bard1,570 Sq Ft$2,395
Broadmoor at Rivers EdgeAbraham1,550 Sq Ft$2,725
The Capitol District ApartmentsCity Scape 2B101,549 Sq Ft$2,100
The BrandeisAC.2B.2B.G1,465 Sq Ft$1,600
Brickline at The MercantileB91,386 Sq Ft$2,884
DeerfieldTwo Bedroom 22D1,350 Sq Ft$1,455
TipTop ApartmentsBeehive1,335 Sq Ft$1,693
Skinner Macaroni LoftsTwo Bedroom Two Bath1,324 Sq Ft$1,534
Nove Lofts2BR/2.0BA1,037 Sq Ft$1,650
The Archive2BR/2.0BA867 Sq Ft$1,500

Cheapest Available Council Bluffs 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 01, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Council Bluffs, IA is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $900 at 3633 Avenue A in the Old Market neighborhood. The second most affordable Council Bluffs 2 Bedroom is the Two Bedroom 1st Floor Model at The Bluffs starting at $970 in the Sherman neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Council Bluffs is currently $1,675. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Council Bluffs:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
3633 Avenue A2 Bed 1 Bath$900
The BluffsTwo Bedroom 1st Floor$970
Cottonwood Apartments2X1B$975
Riverbend - Newly Renovated! Call today!Two Bedroom / 1 Bath$990
Sherwood Forest Apartments2 bd x 2 bth$1,025
Hidden Bluffs Apartments2X1 Garden$1,045
The Drake and Liberty Lofts Apartments2/1 Remodeled$1,090
Featherstone ApartmentsTwo Bedroom | One Bath$1,100

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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 2 Bedroom Council Bluffs Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Council Bluffs with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Council Bluffs is at 3633 Avenue A listed at $900.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Council Bluffs Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Council Bluffs is $1,675.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Council Bluffs Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Council Bluffs is a 1,570 square feet unit starting from $2,395 at Lyric Townhomes.

What is the average size for Council Bluffs 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Council Bluffs is currently 1,062 sq ft.

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