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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Quiet location
  • Central air/heat
  • Completely remodeled apartment
  • New stainless appliances

Location

136 Bennett Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA
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Management

AJR Properties

Leasing office

(712) 435-7148 ext. 2

Property Overview

The Samuel earns a strong overall rating with standout marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting excellent value and convenience. It also features a quiet setting, central air/heat, a dishwasher, completely remodeled apartments, and new stainless appliances, while nearby shopping and a top-rated high school add to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Samuel is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Samuel has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,000 /mo1 unit availableCompletely remodeled apartment and building. This 1 bed 1 bath apartment comes to you all new with central air/heat and new stainless appliances including dishwasher! Make an appointment to call this your new home before someone else does. First month free with 18 month lease. Call or text 402-760-1675 to schedule your showing.

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Amenities for The Samuel

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove
Washer/Dryer Onsite

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units35
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About The Samuel

HomeApartments in Council Bluffs The Samuel

Completely remodeled apartment and building. This 1 bed 1 bath apartment comes to you all new with central air/heat and new stainless appliances including dishwasher! Make an appointment to call this your new home before someone else does. First month free with 18 month lease. Call or text 402-760-1675 to schedule your showing.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, The Samuel is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Samuel has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Samuel
Price·10A 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.
The Samuel offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
The Samuel goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Samuel 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.
The Samuel 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 The Samuel does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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 Samuel provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

The Samuel is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 The Samuel compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Council Bluffs

1-bedroom apartments at The Samuel cost about the same as the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Council Bluffs.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Council Bluffs
A table of studio rental data trends in Council Bluffs
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$995
July 2024$1,052
August 2024$1,135
September 2024$1,065
October 2024$1,007
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

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$40,000/yr

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Schools near The Samuel

College View Elementary School

1225 college rd

council bluffs, IA, 51503

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

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Council Bluffs near 136 Bennett Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 136 Bennett Ave, Council Bluffs

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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