$950
2 beds1 bathApartment
3211 12th Ave Unit F, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
120 Rentals in Council Bluffs, IA Under $1,500/mo
120 Results
Apply Now
$925
1 bed1 bath620 sqftHouse
257 N 29th St, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
Apply Now
$1,000
2 beds1 bath800 sqftApartment
1705 Avenue C 2, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
$1,250
3 beds2 baths1,200 sqftApartment
The heights, 649 Parkwild Dr 3-F10, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
$1,090
2 beds2 baths1,000 sqftApartment
The heights, 649 Parkwild Dr 4-H1, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
$1,090
2 beds2 baths1,000 sqftApartment
The heights, 649 Parkwild Dr 2-D11, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
$980
1 bed1 bath850 sqftApartment
The heights, 649 Parkwild Dr 4- G12, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
$1,090
2 beds2 baths1,000 sqftApartment
The heights, 649 Parkwild Dr 1-B5, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
$980
1 bed1 bath850 sqftApartment
The heights, 649 Parkwild Dr 1- A12, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
$1,445
3 beds1 bath908 sqftHouse
1316 Avenue H, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
$900
4 beds2 bathsCondo
901 N. 35th St. #901, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
$625
3 beds2 bathsCondo
649 Parkwild Dr. #649, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
$835
4 beds2 bathsCondo
4506 Chapel Ridge Lane #4506, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
$900
3 beds2 bathsCondo
2065 Nash Blvd. #2065, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
$625
3 beds2 bathsCondo
32 Dillman Dr. #32, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
$915
2 beds1 bathCondo
822 South Main St. #822, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
$900
4 beds2 bathsCondo
901 N. 35th St. #901, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
$835
4 beds2 bathsCondo
4506 Chapel Ridge Lane #4506, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
$625
3 beds2 bathsCondo
649 Parkwild Dr. #649, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
$900
3 beds2 bathsCondo
2065 Nash Blvd. #2065, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
$625
3 beds2 bathsCondo
32 Dillman Dr. #32, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
$915
2 beds1 bathCondo
822 South Main St. #822, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
$900
4 beds2 bathsCondo
901 N. 35th St. #901, Council Bluffs, IA, 51501
$625
3 beds2 bathsCondo
649 Parkwild Dr. #649, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503
Showing 24 of 120 results
Showing 24 of 120 results
Load moreWhat to Know Before Renting Under $1,500 in Council Bluffs, IA
Rentals under $1,500 per month cover a wide share of Council Bluffs inventory — expect a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments, townhomes, and some three-bedroom houses. At this price point, tradeoffs are usually about neighborhood, building age, and amenity package rather than basic habitability. Compare commute time, parking, and in-unit laundry when narrowing your shortlist in Council Bluffs.
Browse Council Bluffs Rentals by Bedroom Count
Rentals Under $1,500 Near Council Bluffs, IA
Frequently Asked Questions About Rentals Under $1,500 in Council Bluffs, IA
Rentler currently shows 93 rentals in Council Bluffs priced under $1,500. Inventory at this price point is updated daily — availability changes quickly, especially at the lower price tiers where well-priced units receive applications within 24–48 hours of posting.
At the under $1,500 price point in Council Bluffs, use the bedroom and property-type filters to narrow to studios, 1-bedrooms, 2-bedrooms, houses, or townhomes. Availability shifts daily — set a listing alert if you want to catch new units as they post.
These terms refer to different things. Cheap or affordable apartments are market-rate units at the lower end of a city's price range — anyone can apply regardless of income. Low-income or income-restricted apartments are subsidized properties (through programs like Section 8, HUD, or LIHTC) that require income qualification, typically at or below 50–80% of the area median income. Both types may appear on Rentler — contact landlords directly on lower-priced listings to ask about income requirements and subsidy acceptance.
Pet-friendly rentals exist across all price tiers. Use Rentler's pet-friendly filter to narrow to properties that accept animals. At lower price points, pet deposits and monthly pet rent still apply — factor that into your total monthly cost when budgeting. Breed and weight restrictions are common even on pet-accepting listings.
Yes — especially on market-rate listings with individual landlords, which make up a significant share of Rentler's inventory. Negotiating leverage is highest in winter (November through January), when fewer people are searching and landlords are more motivated to fill vacancies. Offering a longer lease term, a larger security deposit, or the ability to move in quickly are the most effective negotiating levers.
Other Resources for Council Bluffs, IA Renters
How to Rent an Apartment: Total Step-by-Step Guide
Read more
What Do Apartments Look For in Background Checks?
Read more
Locked Out of Your Apartment? Here’s What to Do
Read more
How to Find Private Landlords as a Renter
Read more
How to Write an Apartment Address: USPS Format and Examples
Read more
10 Cheapest States to Live In Right Now
Read more
What Is a Guarantor for an Apartment? A Renter’s Guide
Read more
States with the Lowest Rent: Where to Rent for Less
Read more
Getting a Cosigner for an Apartment: Everything Renters Need to Know
Read more
What Is Tandem Parking? A Renter’s Guide to Car Storage
Read more
Do Apartments Come Furnished? What to Know as a Renter
Read more