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2233 S 20th St

2445 3rd Ave

4420 S 25th St

120 N 30th St
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2518 Woolworth Ave

2315 Harney St
Council Bluffs, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Council Bluffs?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Council Bluffs 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,606 | $850 | $2,950 |
Council Bluffs 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,620 | $1,450 | $1,850 |
Council Bluffs 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,845 | $1,450 | $2,400 |
Council Bluffs 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,418 | $2,050 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Available Council Bluffs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Council Bluffs, IA is a Studio unit found at The Avenue apartments in the Old Market neighborhood priced from $625. Westwood Apartments in the Old Market neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Council Bluffs apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Avenue apartments | Studio w/ HW Floors | Studio,1BA | $625 |
Westwood Apartments | 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
Westbrook Tower | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
Skinner Macaroni Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $783 |
Maple Second | One Bed/One Bath | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA
As of September 09, 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 2BR/2.0BA Model at Nove Lofts starting at $1,450 with a $1.07 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Brandeis | AC.2B.2B.B/P | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
Nove Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
Nichol Flats | 2x2 B | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
3 Point Lofts (KOCV) | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
L15 Lofts | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $0.81 |
Westwood Apartments | 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
RiverEast | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
The Bluffs | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
Rosewater Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Westbrook Tower | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Council Bluffs, IA
Hoover Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Council Bluffs
What type of rentals are currently available in Council Bluffs?
There are currently 433 Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA with pricing that ranges from $575 to $4,434. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Council Bluffs ranging from $725 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 $725 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,556.
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 $3,972, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $1,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $639.
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