
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Shelby, IA (32 Rentals)


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Valley View Estates

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The Brandeis

Skinner Macaroni Lofts

Deerfield Apartments Council Bluffs

Featherstone Apartments

RiverEast

Hidden Bluffs Apartments
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Union at Bluffs Run

CopperCreek

Brickline at The Mercantile

The Rochester Apartments

Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs

The Bluffs

1011 7th Ave

3674 Bedford Ave
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112 Court St

2873 Kansas Ave

2512 Read St

6929 N 64th St

1115 23rd Ave

829 8th Ave

4655 Curtis Ave

5119 Pratt St
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3808 N 48th St

3234 9th Ave

1919 Dahlman Rows Plz

Lakeside Estates

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3633 Avenue A

Bloc 12

The Greenhouse
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Shelby, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelby?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby Studio Apartments | $1,418 | $900 | $4,434 |
| Shelby 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $550 | $3,327 |
| Shelby 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,657 | $749 | $3,954 |
| Shelby 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,200 | $3,648 |
| Shelby 4 Bedroom Apartments | $889 | $679 | $1,646 |
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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 has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,322 square feet and currently listed start at $1,850. 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 | 1,322 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
| Deerfield Apartments Council Bluffs | Willow | 1,250 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
| Hidden Bluffs Apartments | 3X2 Garden | 1,225 Sq Ft | $1,395 |
| RiverEast | Three Bedroom | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,343 |
| 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 | $1,300 |
| Featherstone Apartments | Three Bedroom | One Bath | 1,053 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
Cheapest Available Shelby and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 19, 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 Old Market neighborhood. The second most affordable Shelby 3 Bedroom is the Three Bedroom Model at Chapel Ridge-C Bluffs starting at $1,300 in the Twin City neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Shelby is currently $1,878. 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 | $1,300 |
| RiverEast | Three Bedroom | $1,343 |
| Hidden Bluffs Apartments | 3X2 Garden | $1,395 |
| 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 | $1,850 |
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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 $1,878.
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 1,330 sq ft.
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