Council Bluffs, IA Rent History

57 months of data, 2022–2026. Source: ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index, smoothed seasonally adjusted).

Today (2026-09)
$1,335
1-year change
+2.9%
$38/mo
5-year change
+31.1%
$317/mo

Monthly rent trend

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Year-by-year rent in Council Bluffs

YearMedian rentYoY changevs 2022
2022$1,033/mo—0.0%
2023$1,132/mo+9.6%+9.6%
2024$1,202/mo+6.2%+16.4%
2025$1,286/mo+7.0%+24.5%
2026$1,308/mo+1.7%+26.6%

Frequently asked questions

How much has rent in Council Bluffs changed since 2022?

Median rent in Council Bluffs, IA was $1,018 in 2022-01 and is $1,335 as of 2026-09 — a change of $317 per month over 4 years.

How much has Council Bluffs rent increased in the last 5 years?

Over the past 5 years, median rent in Council Bluffs, IA has changed +31.1% ($317 per month). The current median is $1,335.

Is rent in Council Bluffs going up or down year over year?

Year over year, median rent in Council Bluffs, IA has increased +2.9% ($38/mo). Current median: $1,335.

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Methodology: Rent figures use ZORI (Zillow Observed Rent Index) monthly smoothed seasonally-adjusted values for all properties (single family + condo + multifamily). Year-by-year table uses April readings (or nearest available month) for consistency across years. 1-/5-/10-year change uses the same month 2026 as the anchor.