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Highlights
- Off-street parking
- Private entrance
- New tile floors
Location
1518 2nd Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA
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Property Overview
1518 2nd Ave is a strong rental option with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8 out of 10, supported by excellent scores for amenities and location, plus solid price and trustworthiness ratings. Key positives include off-street parking, a private entrance, and new tile floors, along with strong value per square foot and nearby top-rated schools.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- High school nearby
- More space
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 922 sqft | $875 /mo | 1 unit available | Spacious upstairs of a duplex with private entrance on back of the building. Off-street parking. Long staircase leads up to kitchen with plenty of cabinets as well as a pantry closet. Wide open living room completes the main living space, then a hallway leads into bathroom+laundry room with stackable washer/dryer. The large bedroom features two closets. Unit has central air and the washer and dryer are included. Rent is $875/mo, security deposit is $875. NO pet cats/dogs/ferrets/rabbits. NO smoking. Tenant will be responsible for snow removal on the property, while the tenant in the lower unit would handle lawn care. We do charge an application fee of $40 per adult to check references, credit, and background. All adults who would occupy the unit must apply. Water and garbage are included; tenant is responsible for gas and electric. |
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Amenities for 1518 2nd Ave
Apartment Amenities
| 2nd Floor |
Appliances
| Fridge | In-Unit Laundry |
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stacking Washer/Dryer | Stove |
Other
| Walking Distance To Stores |
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Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 1518 2nd Ave
Spacious upstairs of a duplex with private entrance on back of the building. Off-street parking. Long staircase leads up to kitchen with plenty of cabinets as well as a pantry closet. Wide open living room completes the main living space, then a hallway leads into bathroom+laundry room with stackable washer/dryer. The large bedroom features two closets. Unit has central air and the washer and dryer are included. Rent is $875/mo, security deposit is $875. NO pet cats/dogs/ferrets/rabbits. NO smoking. Tenant will be responsible for snow removal on the property, while the tenant in the lower unit would handle lawn care. We do charge an application fee of $40 per adult to check references, credit, and background. All adults who would occupy the unit must apply. Water and garbage are included; tenant is responsible for gas and electric.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 1518 2nd Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1518 2nd Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 1518 2nd Ave is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1518 2nd Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including walking distance to stores. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1518 2nd Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1518 2nd Ave is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1518 2nd Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1518 2nd Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.7 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.8 miles away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 220 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.5 miles away
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Rent trends in Council Bluffs
1-bedroom apartments at 1518 2nd Ave cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Council Bluffs.
Median rents as of Oct 3 2026.
Council Bluffs
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,000 |
| November 2024 | $895 |
| December 2024 | $1,002 |
| January 2025 | $716 |
| February 2025 | $691 |
| March 2025 | $713 |
| April 2025 | $795 |
| May 2025 | $766 |
| June 2025 | $725 |
| July 2025 | $754 |
| August 2025 | $867 |
| September 2025 | $974 |
| October 2025 | $1,020 |
| November 2025 | $1,020 |
| December 2025 | $848 |
| January 2026 | $729 |
| February 2026 | $695 |
| March 2026 | $682 |
| April 2026 | $662 |
| May 2026 | $675 |
| June 2026 | $675 |
| July 2026 | $677 |
| August 2026 | $675 |
| September 2026 | $696 |
| October 2026 | $698 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 1518 2nd Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$35,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $875.
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Schools near 1518 2nd Ave
Edison Elementary School
2218 3rd ave
council bluffs, IA, 51501
PK, K-5Public
C
Gifford Park Elementary School
717 n 32nd st
omaha, NE, 68131
PK, K-6Public
C
Early Learning Pk Center at Kennedy
3200 north 30th st
omaha, NE, 68111
PKPublic
Beals Elementary School
1720 s 48th st
omaha, NE, 68106
PK, K-6Public
C
Early Learning Center (0-3) at Gateway
5810 s 42nd st
omaha, NE, 68107
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Getting around Council Bluffs near 1518 2nd Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1518 2nd Ave, Council Bluffs
Groceries
5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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