Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Council Bluffs, IA
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Council Bluffs, IA rent slipped 5.9% year over year, with a current median of $1,125/month. Renters today are paying $70 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Council Bluffs runs 40.8% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, with 95 total rentals offering a smaller but accessible market for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Council Bluffs rent for $725/month, 1-bedrooms for $948/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,160/month, with 3-bedrooms at $1,616/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,650/month. Apartments make up 86.3% of rentals.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents in Council Bluffs fell 28.9% year over year, diverging from the citywide decline of 5.9%. Meanwhile, 1-bedroom rents climbed 10.8%, 3-bedroom rents rose 15.4%, and 4+ bedroom rents increased 20.4%, showing varied trends across bedroom types.
Median rent
Median rent in Council Bluffs
$1,125/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Council Bluffs is $1,125 per month as of October 2026. This is 41% below the national average rent, or $775 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Council Bluffs
95
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Council Bluffs rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Council Bluffs, IA
Average rent prices in Council Bluffs have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Council Bluffs, IA
Rent prices in Council Bluffs vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Council Bluffs is $1,095, whereas a house costs $1,345. 1-bedroom apartments in Council Bluffs run $907 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,125.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $725 |  11% | 29% | |
1 bedroom | $947 | 6% | 11% | |
2 bedroom | $1,160 | 1% | 3% | |
3 bedroom | $1,615 | 2% | 15% | |
4 bedroom | $2,650 | 50% | 20% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Council Bluffs, IA.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,095 | No Change | 2% | |
Condos | $675 | 167% | 45% | |
Houses | $1,345 | 2% | 4% |
Studio
Average rent
$725
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
29%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$947
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
11%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,160
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
3%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,615
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
15%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,650
Last 30 days
50%
Last year
20%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Council Bluffs, IA.
Apartments
Average rent
$1,095
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$675
Last 30 days
167%
Last year
45%
Houses
Average rent
$1,345
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
4%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Council Bluffs, IA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Council Bluffs, IA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Council Bluffs and Bellevue by all bedroom counts and property types.
Council Bluffs
41%lower than the national median
34%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Council Bluffs, IA is 10% lower than the median rent in Bellevue, NE.
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Cost of living in Council Bluffs, IA
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 5% lower |
| Groceries | 1% lower |
| Health | 4% higher |
| Housing | 20% lower |
| Transportation | 14% lower |
| Utilities | 13% lower |
Discover rentals in Council Bluffs, IA
2d ago
1455 Mcpherson Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
1 bed
1 bath
$595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
119 S 8th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
1–2 beds
1 bath
$700–$815
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
217 S 1st St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1106 Marshall Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$845–$1,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Council Bluffs
1120 S 34th St #20, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 4
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Council Bluffs
1120 S 34th St #19, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 10
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Council Bluffs
1120 S 34th St #15, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Council Bluffs
1120 S 34th St #18, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 3
2d ago
Verified
151 S 34th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,045–$2,475
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
208 Scott St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Studio
1 bath
$695–$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
136 Bennett Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,000–$1,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Council Bluffs
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
805 2nd Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
1 bed
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
1106 Marshall Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$845–$1,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
118 Platner St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
2 beds
1 bath
$895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Council Bluffs
1 bed
1 bath
$845
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Council Bluffs
621 S Main St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
2 beds
2.5 baths
$1,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
151 S 34th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,045–$2,475
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
828 Avenue B, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
1 bed
1 bath
$725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
35 N 1st St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503
1 bed
1 bath
$800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Council Bluffs, IA
Quick answers to common questions about the Council Bluffs rental market.
How much is rent in Council Bluffs?
The average rent in Council Bluffs is $1,125 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Council Bluffs?
Average rent prices in Council Bluffs have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 6% since last year.
How does Council Bluffs rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Council Bluffs is 41% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $775 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Council Bluffs?
To comfortably afford rent in Council Bluffs, you'd need to earn approximately $45,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Council Bluffs?
January offers the lowest rents in Council Bluffs, with approximately 18% savings compared to July, which sees the highest prices. This seasonal pattern creates clear timing opportunities for budget-conscious renters.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).