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205 Park Ave, Unit #3

205 Park Ave
Council BluffsIA51503

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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 Studio unit found at Chester Manor in the Southeast Omaha neighborhood priced from $595. The Avenue apartments in the Old Market neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Council Bluffs apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chester Manor0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$595
The Avenue apartmentsStudio w/ HW FloorsStudio,1BA$625
Westbrook TowerStudioStudio,1BA$685
Securities Downtown1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$750
Maple SecondOne Bed/One Bath | 1-11BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA

As of January 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Council Bluffs area is the $1.13 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Foundry Lofts in the in the Old Market neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Council Bluffs apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at RiverEast starting at $1,468 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Twin City 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.
Foundry Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,2.5BA$1.13
RiverEastThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.22
Skinner Macaroni LoftsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.13
The Archive1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.02
Chateau Bellevue3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.23
1415 Vinton St, Unit 1415 Vinton St.1415 Vinton St2BR,1BA$1.15
1819 Pinkney St, Unit 11819 Pinkney St1BR,1BA$0.81
Rosewater Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20
The BluffsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.25
Westbrook TowerStudioStudio ,1BA$1.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about Council Bluffs

What type of rentals are currently available in Council Bluffs?

There are currently 457 Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA with pricing that ranges from $575 to $4,434. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Council Bluffs ranging from $745 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 $745 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,615.

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 $950 to $1,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,391 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $639.

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