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Council Bluffs, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Council Bluffs Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Council Bluffs, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Westwood Apartments in the Old Market neighborhood priced from $700. Westbrook Tower in the Old Market neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $735. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Council Bluffs apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westwood Apartments2 BD2BR,1BA$700
Westbrook Tower1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$735
Hidden Bluffs Apartments1X1 Balcony1BR,1BA$795
Maple SecondOne Bed/One Bath | 1-11BR,1BA$800
The Flats on HowardThe ForrestStudio,1BA$830

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Council Bluffs area is the $1.18 price per square foot AC.2B.2B.B/P Model at The Brandeis in the in the Old Market neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Council Bluffs apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at Cornerstone Apartments starting at $1,475 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Old Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Council Bluffs apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The BrandeisAC.2B.2B.B/P2BR,2BA$1.18
Cornerstone Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.18
L15 LoftsVintageStudio ,1BA$0.82
Westwood Apartments2 BD2BR,1BA$0.67
Old Market Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Balcony, Patio1BR,1BA$1.06
RiverEastTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.16
The BluffsTwo Bedroom 2nd Floor2BR,1BA$1.05
3810 S 13th St1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20
1819 Pinkney St, Unit 31819 Pinkney St1BR,1BA$0.92
Westbrook Tower1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13

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Frequently Asked Questions about Council Bluffs

What type of rentals are currently available in Council Bluffs?

There are currently 420 Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA with pricing that ranges from $565 to $5,788. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Council Bluffs ranging from $795 to $2,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Council Bluffs?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Council Bluffs ranges from $795 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,804.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Council Bluffs?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Council Bluffs range from $1,050 to $3,648, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,525 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,500.

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