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Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA under $1300

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Apartments for Rent in Council Bluffs, IA under $1300. 88 Rentals Available
  • a living room with couches and chairs and tables
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    20 S 41St St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
    STUDIO $995+
    1 BED $1,070+
  • an apartment building with a tree in front of it
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    1801 Parkwild Drive, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
    1 BED $1,025+
    2 BEDS $1,185+
  • a sign in front of an apartment building
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    105 Landmark Drive, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
    1 BED $1,196+
  • a living room with a desk and a chair and a television
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    4141 River's Edge Pkwy, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
    STUDIO $1,215+
    1 BED $1,265+
  • a living room with a dining table and chairs and a kitchen
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    2704 E. Kanesville Boulevard, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
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  • a bedroom with a bed and a window
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    901 Franklin Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,175+
  • a tall brick building on the side of a street
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    405 West Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
    1 BED $800
    2 BEDS $950
  • a living room with blue couches and chairs and a fireplace
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    3201 Renner Drive, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
    2 BEDS $1,091+
  • an apartment building on the corner of a city street
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    38 Pearl Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
    STUDIO $769
    1 BED $876
    2 BEDS $1,111
  • a living room with blue couches and a table and chairs
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    1951-1961 Nash Blvd, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
    Income Restricted
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  • a empty kitchen with a refrigerator and wooden cabinets
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    2502 South 11Th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
    1 BED $600
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  • a living room with couches and a rug
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    915 Jones St, Omaha, NE 68102
    STUDIO $1,100+
    1 BED $1,274+
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    900 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68102
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
  • the floor plan of a small house with a bedroom and a living room
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    1202 William Street, Omaha, NE 68108
    STUDIO $849
    1 BED $1,088+
  • a living room with leather couches and a coffee table
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    1011 Jones St., Omaha, NE 68102
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    1 BED $1,085+
  • a kitchen with a counter top and a sink
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    1301 Jones Street, Omaha, NE 68102
    STUDIO $970
    1 BED $1,050+
  • a kitchen with an island in the middle of a living room
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    802 South 14Th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
    STUDIO $930
    1 BED $1,015+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • an empty living room with a kitchen in the corner
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    1323 Jackson Street, Omaha, NE 68102
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    1 BED $1,120
  • a dining room and living room with a table and chairs
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    801 South 15Th Street, Omaha, NE 68108
    STUDIO $1,015+
    1 BED $1,000
  • a white house and a black house on the side of a street
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    1520 William St, Omaha, NE 68108
    1 BED $950
  • a living room with a couch and a table with chairs
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    1501 Jackson Street, Omaha, NE 68102
    1 BED $1,120+
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and wooden cabinets
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    405 S 16Th St, Omaha, NE 68102
    STUDIO $775
    1 BED $995
    2 BEDS $1,100
  • a living room with a fireplace and a tv on top of it
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    1103 Tanglewood Court #95, Bellevue, NE 68005
    1 BED $960+
    2 BEDS $1,095
    3 BEDS $1,290
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    2103 Fraser Court, Bellevue, NE 68005
    STUDIO $803+
    1 BED $899+
    2 BEDS $1,076+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
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    1415 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68102
    STUDIO $1,015+
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Getting around in Council Bluffs, IA

5 /100
Car-Dependent
9 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 5, Bike Score®: 9

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Council Bluffs, IA last updated?

Prices and availability in Council Bluffs, IA were last updated on 26 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in Council Bluffs, IA?

The best apartments in Council Bluffs, IA are: River Park by Broadmoor, Parkwild Apartments, Highclere Apartments, Deer Park and Broadmoor at Rivers Edge.

What type of rental buildings are in Council Bluffs, IA?

In Council Bluffs, 36% of the residents are renting compared to 64% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 11% of Council Bluffs's rentals, 54% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 32% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in Council Bluffs, IA under $1,300

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,300?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 88 apartments for rent in Council Bluffs, IA on which you’ll spend less than $1,300. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $1,300

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $1,300. The average rental size in Council Bluffs, IA is 957 Sqft, but the $1,300 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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