Studio Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA (173 Rentals)

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Oakland Apartments
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255 Oakland AveCouncil 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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118 S 8th St
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118 S 8th St

118 S 8th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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2444 3rd Ave
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2444 3rd Ave

2444 3rd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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3760 3rd Ave
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3760 3rd Ave

3760 3rd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501

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3329 2nd Ave
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3329 2nd Ave

3329 2nd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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217 S 1st St
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217 S 1st St

217 S 1st StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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711 E Broadway St
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711 E Broadway St

711 E Broadway StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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3441 11th Ave
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3441 11th Ave

3441 11th AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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715 E Broadway St
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715 E Broadway St

715 E Broadway StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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3761 3rd Ave
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3761 3rd Ave

3761 3rd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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2637 2nd Ave
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2637 2nd Ave

2637 2nd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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720 Mynster St
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720 Mynster St

720 Mynster StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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209 S 4th St
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209 S 4th St

209 S 4th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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2440 2nd Ave
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2440 2nd Ave

2440 2nd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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207 Frank St
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207 Frank St

207 Frank StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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Sherwood Place
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Sherwood Place

2335 Sherwood DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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The Cohen
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The Cohen

530 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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3760 4th Ave
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3760 4th Ave

3760 4th AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Thomas Rentals
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Thomas Rentals

1629 Avenue BCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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215 S 1st St
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215 S 1st St

215 S 1st StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

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Dot Apartments
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Dot Apartments

619 5th AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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216 S 25th St
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216 S 25th St

216 S 25th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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506 E Pierce St
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506 E Pierce St

506 E Pierce StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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2436 3rd Ave
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2436 3rd Ave

2436 3rd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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1105 S 35th St
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1105 S 35th St

1105 S 35th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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130 Nicholas St
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130 Nicholas St

130 Nicholas StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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The Uptowner
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The Uptowner

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

208 S 25th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501

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Mosaic Apartments
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Mosaic Apartments

2407-2417 Ave. LCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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804 2nd Ave
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804 2nd Ave

804 2nd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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216 S 26th St
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216 S 26th St

216 S 26th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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3612 2nd Ave
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3612 2nd Ave

3612 2nd AveCouncil 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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Largest Available Council Bluffs Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Council Bluffs, IA is found at L15 Lofts in the Old Market neighborhood and is 975 square feet priced from $878. The Monico has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 857 square feet and currently listed start at $995. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Council Bluffs:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
L15 LoftsVintage975 Sq Ft$878
The Monico0BR/1.0BA857 Sq Ft$995
Broadmoor at Rivers EdgeManawa667 Sq Ft$1,375
HELLOAhoj592 Sq Ft$1,065
Brickline at The MercantileS2567 Sq Ft$1,329
Dahlman Flats1311 S 9th St. Unit 201567 Sq Ft$875
Westbrook TowerStudio550 Sq Ft$685
Corvina ApartmentsThe Weber540 Sq Ft$1,151
Jones13Platte528 Sq Ft$876
NoDoBilly500 Sq Ft$900

Cheapest Available Council Bluffs Studio Apartments

As of October 24, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Council Bluffs, IA is the Studio Model starting from $685 at Westbrook Tower in the Old Market neighborhood. The second most affordable Council Bluffs Studio is the Studio Model at Skinner Macaroni Lofts starting at $713 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Council Bluffs is currently $1,119. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Council Bluffs:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Westbrook TowerStudio$685
Skinner Macaroni LoftsStudio$713
The Carrara on FarnamST 40%$725
Chateau BellevueStudio$775
The Flats on HowardThe Sterling$793
Kensington Tower ApartmentsGROUND LEVEL STUDIO$845
Dahlman Flats1319 S 9th St. Unit 305$855
Jones13Platte$876
L15 LoftsVintage$878
NoDoBilly$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 Studio Council Bluffs Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Council Bluffs with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Council Bluffs is at Westbrook Tower listed at $685.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Council Bluffs is $1,119.

What is the largest available Studio Council Bluffs Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Council Bluffs is a 975 square feet unit starting from $878 at L15 Lofts.

What is the average size for Council Bluffs Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Council Bluffs is currently 552 sq ft.

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