Cheap Houses for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA

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Apartments For Rent Near Council Bluffs, IA

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Average Rent Trends in Council Bluffs, IA

Rent in Council Bluffs, IA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent for a house decreased in Jul 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent for houses peaked in Apr 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Aug 2025$1,500
Sep 2025$1,450
Oct 2025$1,550
Nov 2025$1,504
Dec 2025$1,495
Jan 2026$1,495
Feb 2026$1,475
Mar 2026$1,550
Apr 2026$1,400
May 2026$1,550
Jun 2026$1,600
Jul 2026$1,575
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In July 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Townhomes.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$980$1,300$1,535$2,000$1,300
Townhomes—$2,950$1,450—$2,950
Apartments and Condos$800$1,100$1,400—$975
Houses$1,250$1,200$1,550$2,000$1,535
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Frequently Asked Questions about Houses for rent in Council Bluffs, IA

  • What is the average rent of a house in Council Bluffs, IA?
    The average rent of a house in Council Bluffs, IA is $1,535 per month. This is about 22% lower than the national average.
  • When is the average rent for a house cheapest in Council Bluffs, IA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Council Bluffs, IA was lowest in Jun 2025 when it was $1,450 per month.
  • When is the average rent for a house most expensive in Council Bluffs, IA?
    In the last year, the average rent in Council Bluffs, IA was highest in Apr 2025 when it was $1,695 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 3 bedroom house compare to a 2 bedroom house in Council Bluffs, IA?
    The average rent of a 3 bedroom house in Council Bluffs, IA is $1,550 per month. That is about $350 more than the cost of a 2 bedroom house.
  • How many houses are available to rent in Council Bluffs, IA?
    There are 27 available houses to rent in Council Bluffs, IA.
  • What are some neighborhoods in Council Bluffs, IA?
    Some neighborhoods in Council Bluffs, IA include: West End, Twin City, Huntington Avenue, Downtown, South End.
  • What are some zip codes in Council Bluffs, IA?
    Council Bluffs, IA includes zip codes such as: 51503, 51501, 51502.
  • What are some cities near Council Bluffs, IA?
    Some nearby cities include: Carter Lake, Mineola, McClelland, Offutt AFB, Bellevue. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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