Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Twin City Neighborhood of Council Bluffs, IA from $400 (78 Rentals)

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2511 3rd Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2511 3rd Ave

2511 3rd AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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Oakland Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakland Apartments

255 Oakland AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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Bennett Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bennett Building

405 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
Senior Living
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Beacon Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Beacon Place

2400 S 19th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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The Sawyer
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Sawyer

125 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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The Rise
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Rise

103 W BroadwayCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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The Archive
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Archive

8 S 6th StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501
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1315 S 9th St

OmahaNE68108

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Twin City, Council Bluffs, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Twin City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Twin City area of Omaha, IA is a Studio unit found at Chester Manor priced from $545. Westbrook Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $685. Here are the most affordable Twin City apartments for rent in Omaha, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chester Manor0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$545
Westbrook TowerStudioStudio,1BA$685
The Avenue apartmentsLarge 1 Bedroom /w HW Floors1BR,1BA$765
Westwood Apartments2 BD2BR,1BA$785
The Flats on HowardThe SterlingStudio,1BA$793
Securities Downtown1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795
Maple SecondOne Bed/One Bath | 1-11BR,1BA$800
Kensington Tower ApartmentsGROUND LEVEL STUDIOStudio,1BA$845
The Drake and Liberty Lofts Apartments1 bedroom/ 1 bath1BR,1BA$895
Rosewater Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Twin City, IA

As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Twin City 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 Twin City apartment is the AC.2B.2B.B/P Model at The Brandeis starting at $1,650 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Old Market neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Twin City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Foundry Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,2.5BA$1.13
The BrandeisAC.2B.2B.B/P2BR,2BA$1.18
Skinner Macaroni LoftsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.10
The Archive2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.17
Westwood Apartments2 BD2BR,1BA$0.75
RiverEastTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Old Market Lofts1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Rosewater Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.20
The Avenue apartmentsLarge 1 Bedroom /w HW Floors1BR,1BA$1.11
Westbrook TowerStudioStudio ,1BA$1.25

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Twin City, Council Bluffs, IA

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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Twin City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Twin City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Twin City is under $899.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Twin City?

The cheapest apartment in Twin City is Westbrook Tower which is listed at $735, while the average apartment in Twin City costs $1,735.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Twin City?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 82 regular apartments in Twin City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Twin City?

Cheap apartments in Twin City have an average cost of $241 which is $1,494 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Twin City.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Exploring Omaha’s Best Affordable Neighborhoods: Finding Your Perfect Fit in the Heart of the Midwest

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.