3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA (74 Rentals)

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Valley View Estates

720 Valley View DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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418 S 1st St
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418 S 1st St

418 S 1st StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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600 1st Ave
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600 1st Ave

600 1st AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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514 Ridge Rd N
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514 Ridge Rd N

514 Ridge Rd NCouncil 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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Salisbury Court
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Salisbury Court

1831 Nash BlvdCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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The Heights
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The Heights

649 Parkwild DrCouncil 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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Parkwild Apartments
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Parkwild Apartments

1801 Parkwild DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Twin City Apartments
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Twin City Apartments

3209 Renner DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Beacon Place
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Beacon Place

2400 S 19th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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La Chula Apartments
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La Chula Apartments

2561 Jones StOmaha, NE 68105
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Greenview Estates
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Greenview Estates

1825 N 17th StOmaha, NE 68110
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1108 S 10th St
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1108 S 10th St

1108 S 10th StOmaha, NE 68108
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2205 E Locust St
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2205 E Locust St

2205 E Locust StOmaha, NE 68110
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4608 S 22nd St
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4608 S 22nd St

4608 S 22nd StOmaha, NE 68107
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3811 S 25th St
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3811 S 25th St

3811 S 25th StOmaha, NE 68107
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Lakeside Estates
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Lakeside Estates

3510 N 9th StCarter Lake, IA 51510

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Council Bluffs, IA Local Guide

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Largest Available Council Bluffs 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Council Bluffs, IA is found at The Brandeis in the Old Market neighborhood and is 1,778 square feet priced from $2,195. Fontenelle Hills in the Clermont Court neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,497 square feet and currently listed start at $2,130. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Council Bluffs:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Brandeis1,778 Sq Ft$2,195
Fontenelle Hills3 Bed 2 Bath - Deluxe1,497 Sq Ft$2,130
Valley View Estates3BR1,337 Sq Ft$1,825
Hidden Bluffs Apartments3X2 Balcony1,225 Sq Ft$1,395
DeerfieldThree Bedroom 32A1,200 Sq Ft$1,384
RiverEastThree Bedroom1,200 Sq Ft$1,347
Securities Downtown3BR/2.0BA1,115 Sq Ft$1,095
Mason School Apartment Homes3 Bedroom1,100 Sq Ft$1,400
Union at Bluffs Run119_3br61,097 Sq Ft$1,440
Lakeside Estates3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section840 Sq Ft$1,379

Cheapest Available Council Bluffs 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of March 12, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Council Bluffs, IA is the 3 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $1,050 at 3633 Avenue A in the Old Market neighborhood. The second most affordable Council Bluffs 3 Bedroom is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at Securities Downtown starting at $1,095 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Council Bluffs is currently $1,723. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Council Bluffs:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
3633 Avenue A3 Bed 1 Bath$1,050
Securities Downtown3BR/2.0BA$1,095
Featherstone ApartmentsThree Bedroom | One Bath$1,200
Chapel Ridge-C BluffsThree Bedroom$1,300
RiverEastThree Bedroom$1,347
Lakeside Estates3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section$1,379
DeerfieldThree Bedroom 32A$1,384
Hidden Bluffs Apartments3X2 Balcony$1,395
Mason School Apartment Homes3 Bedroom$1,400
Union at Bluffs Run119_3br6$1,440

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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 3 Bedroom Council Bluffs Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Council Bluffs with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Council Bluffs is at 3633 Avenue A listed at $1,050.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Council Bluffs Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Council Bluffs is $1,723.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Council Bluffs Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Council Bluffs is a 1,778 square feet unit starting from $2,195 at The Brandeis.

What is the average size for Council Bluffs 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Council Bluffs is currently 1,064 sq ft.

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