
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Shelby, IA (37 Rentals)


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Valley View Estates

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The Brandeis

Skinner Macaroni Lofts

RiverEast

Deerfield Apartments Council Bluffs

CopperCreek

Union at Bluffs Run

Featherstone Apartments
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Brickline at The Mercantile

The Rochester Apartments

Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs

The Bluffs

6327-63233 N 33rd St

6541 N 35th St

112 Court St

4529 N 36th Ave

3618 2nd Ave
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1417 N 31st St

113 S 10th St

4010 Newport Ave

3930 N 39th St

4935 N 17th St

7023 N 33rd St

407 Frank St

4655 Curtis Ave

5119 Pratt St
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337 Sherman Ave

7214 Northridge Dr

1824 E Kanesville Blvd

3234 9th Ave

1919 Dahlman Rows Plz

Lakeside Estates

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3633 Avenue A

Bloc 12
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelby?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby Studio Apartments | $1,193 | $815 | $1,974 |
| Shelby 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,186 | $575 | $2,698 |
| Shelby 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $700 | $4,281 |
| Shelby 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $1,200 | $2,504 |
| Shelby 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $679 | $3,036 |
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Largest Available Shelby and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Shelby, IA is found at The Brandeis in the Old Market neighborhood and is 2,272 square feet priced from $2,449. Valley View Estates in the Council Bluffs neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,337 square feet and currently listed start at $1,825. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Shelby:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brandeis | AC.3B.2.5B | 2,272 Sq Ft | $2,449 |
| Valley View Estates | 3BR | 1,337 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
| Deerfield Apartments Council Bluffs | Willow | 1,250 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
| RiverEast | Three Bedroom | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,388 |
| The Rochester Apartments | The Tintyper Loft | 1,122 Sq Ft | $1,645 |
| Union at Bluffs Run | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 1,097 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs | Three Bedroom | 1,085 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
| Featherstone Apartments | Three Bedroom | One Bath | 1,053 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Lakeside Estates | 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section | 840 Sq Ft | $1,449 |
Cheapest Available Shelby and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 04, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Shelby, IA is the Three Bedroom | One Bath Model starting from $1,200 at Featherstone Apartments in the Council Bluffs neighborhood. The second most affordable Shelby 3 Bedroom is the Three Bedroom Model at Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs starting at $1,375 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Shelby is currently $1,644. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Shelby:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Featherstone Apartments | Three Bedroom | One Bath | $1,200 |
| Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs | Three Bedroom | $1,375 |
| RiverEast | Three Bedroom | $1,388 |
| Lakeside Estates | 3 Bed 2 Bath Single Section | $1,449 |
| Deerfield Apartments Council Bluffs | Willow | $1,475 |
| The Brandeis | AC.3B.2B.G | $1,514 |
| The Rochester Apartments | The Tintyper Loft | $1,645 |
| Valley View Estates | 3BR | $1,825 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Shelby Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Shelby with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Shelby is at Featherstone Apartments listed at $1,200.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Shelby Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Shelby is $1,644.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Shelby Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Shelby is a 2,272 square feet unit starting from $2,449 at The Brandeis.
What is the average size for Shelby 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Shelby is currently 1,286 sq ft.
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