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Attention investors, flippers, and DIY buyers! This foreclosure property offers incredible potential at an affordable price. Located in a convenient Council Bluffs neighborhood, 710 N 35th Street is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home ready for someone with vision. While the property needs cleaned up and refreshed, it offers a solid foundation to build equity quickly. Whether you're looking for your next rental, a budget-friendly primary residence, or a profitable investment project, this home checks all the boxes.

$160,000

2 beds1 bath746 sq ft

710 N 35th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Solid foundation • 5,663 sq ft lot • Built 1900

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Updated kitchen, hardwood floors, and a fenced yard — this home has the essentials covered! Two bedrooms on the main level plus additional finished space below with a family room and non-conforming bedroom. Three season room, vinyl privacy fence and a 24x24 two-car garage complete the property. Conveniently located near schools and easy interstate access. All measurements are approximate and not guaranteed.

$179,000

2 beds1 bath1,181 sq ft

3329 9th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Three season room • Fenced yard • Vinyl privacy fence

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Cheap Home for sale in Council Bluffs, IA:
This efficient and move-in ready one level ranch sits on a corner lot in a quiet location. Enjoy the comfort of new HVAC plus all new carpet, fresh paint and a new tile floor in the kitchen. The owner completely updated it over the past 20 years that included windows, drywall, wiring & plumbing. This ranch delivers easy living with vinyl siding, extra parking right outside the backdoor. The 2 comfortable bedrooms, spacious living room & modern bath & kitchen make this home perfect for anyone who wants updated low stress living without all the fuss. Kitchen appliances, window blinds and a yard shed are included. FHA, VA, conventional mortgage & cash buyers welcome!

$173,900

2 beds1 bath768 sq ft

1014 N 31st St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Fresh paint • New carpet • New hvac

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Cheap Home for sale in Council Bluffs, IA:
Welcome to this beautifully refreshed 3-bedroom, 1-bath home on a corner lot! Step inside to find new carpet, fresh paint, and stylish light fixtures that create a warm, inviting feel throughout. The brand-new kitchen features modern finishes and plenty of cabinet space, making everyday cooking and entertaining a breeze. The partially fenced yard offers both openness and privacy, perfect for relaxing outdoors or enjoying a bit of extra space. Additional highlights include off-street parking, a 1.5-car detached garage, and rough-in plumbing in the basement—ready for your future expansion ideas. This move-in ready home combines comfort, updates, and potential in one great package. Don't

$218,900

3 beds1 bath1,092 sq ft

104 N 31st St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Fresh paint • New carpet • Modern finishes

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Cheap Home for sale in Council Bluffs, IA:
Great opportunity for homeownership or as an investment at an affordable price! Fresh interior paint, new carpet and laminate flooring. 3 BR 1 BA plus main floor laundry. Enjoy the openness of the front porch. Off street parking with plenty of room to add a garage in the back. Easy to show.

$117,000

3 beds1 bath800 sq ft

1722 S 9th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Laminate flooring • Off street parking • New carpet

Property at 309 Wildwood RD Rd, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 4 beds, 3 baths

$415,000

4 beds3 baths2,468 sq ft

309 Wildwood RD Rd, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 101 S 24th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 3 beds, 3 baths

$244,000

3 beds3 baths1,732 sq ft

101 S 24th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 108 Essex Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 3 beds, 3 baths

$314,500

3 beds3 baths1,901 sq ft

108 Essex Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 21337 Greenview Rd, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 2 beds, 2 baths

$445,000

2 beds2 baths2,220 sq ft

21337 Greenview Rd, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 3634 Avenue C, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 4 beds, 1 bath

$220,000

4 beds1 bath1,309 sq ft

3634 Avenue C, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 1306 N 19th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 3 beds, 1 bath

$186,000

3 beds1 bath864 sq ft

1306 N 19th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 23 Wenwood Cir, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 3 beds, 2 baths

$310,000

3 beds2 baths1,222 sq ft

23 Wenwood Cir, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 2304 S 11 St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$249,000

4 beds1.5 baths1,548 sq ft

2304 S 11 St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 1778 Jennings Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 3 beds, 2 baths

$375,000

3 beds2 baths2,836 sq ft

1778 Jennings Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 127 Deer Trl, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 4 beds, 2 baths

$435,000

4 beds2 baths2,118 sq ft

127 Deer Trl, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 1801 ave, Manawa, IA 51501, 3 beds, 2 baths

$220,000

3 beds2 baths1,400 sq ft

1801 ave, Manawa, IA 51501

Property at 1630 O Ave, Manawa, IA 51501, 2 beds, 1 bath

$165,000

2 beds1 bath786 sq ft

1630 O Ave, Manawa, IA 51501

Property at 1806 2nd Ave Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 2 beds, 1 bath

$205,000

2 beds1 bath848 sq ft

1806 2nd Ave Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 130 5th Avenue Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 3 beds, 3 baths

$185,000

3 beds3 baths1,430 sq ft

130 5th Avenue Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 3 Delong Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 4 beds, 3 baths

$300,000

4 beds3 baths2,616 sq ft

3 Delong Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 2007 Ave. M, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 3 beds, 1 bath

$185,000

3 beds1 bath864 sq ft

2007 Ave. M, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 1124 6th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 2 beds, 1 bath

$159,000

2 beds1 bath1,136 sq ft

1124 6th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 1015 7th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 2 beds, 1 bath

$142,000

2 beds1 bath796 sq ft

1015 7th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 407 Park Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$255,000

4 beds1.5 baths1,672 sq ft

407 Park Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 142 Sylvan Dr. Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 3 beds, 2 baths

$299,000

3 beds2 baths1,632 sq ft

142 Sylvan Dr. Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 118 Euclid Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 3 beds, 1 bath

$169,000

3 beds1 bath1,312 sq ft

118 Euclid Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 2131 4th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 2 beds, 1 bath

$178,000

2 beds1 bath1,140 sq ft

2131 4th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 1003 25th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$225,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,674 sq ft

1003 25th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 1802 6th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 2 beds, 1 bath

$49,900

2 beds1 bath844 sq ft

1802 6th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 2306 6th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 3 beds, 1 bath

$169,900

3 beds1 bath1,113 sq ft

2306 6th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 427 Fleming Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 3 beds, 2 baths

$150,000

3 beds2 baths948 sq ft

427 Fleming Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 2136 Ave M, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 2 beds, 1 bath

$185,000

2 beds1 bath864 sq ft

2136 Ave M, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 162 N Linden Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 3 beds, 2 baths

$249,000

3 beds2 baths1,518 sq ft

162 N Linden Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 8 Pickard Ln, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 3 beds, 1 bath

$325,000

3 beds1 bath914 sq ft

8 Pickard Ln, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 15365 Crestview Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 3 beds, 2 baths

$375,000

3 beds2 baths2,508 sq ft

15365 Crestview Dr, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 315 Williams St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 2 beds, 1 bath

$170,000

2 beds1 bath915 sq ft

315 Williams St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 122 Platner St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 2 beds, 1 bath

$105,000

2 beds1 bath928 sq ft

122 Platner St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 543 Mill St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 6 beds, 6 baths

$425,000

6 beds6 baths— sq ft

543 Mill St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 419 N 28th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, 3 beds, 1 bath

$170,000

3 beds1 bath975 sq ft

419 N 28th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

Property at 116 Spencer Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 2 beds, 1 bath

$99,500

2 beds1 bath736 sq ft

116 Spencer Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Property at 603 Hillcrest Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, 3 beds, 2 baths

$199,000

3 beds2 baths1,188 sq ft

603 Hillcrest Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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Cheap Homes for Sale in Council Bluffs

There are currently 144 cheap homes for sale in Council Bluffs at a median listing price of $225K. Some of these homes are "Hot Homes," meaning they're likely to sell quickly. Most homes for sale in Council Bluffs stay on the market for 33 days. Popular neighborhoods include Manawa, The South End, East Omaha, Twin City, and Downtown Council Bluffs. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in Council Bluffs every 15 minutes.

In the past month, 75 homes have been sold in Council Bluffs. In addition to houses in Council Bluffs, there was also 1 condo, 5 townhouses, and 5 multi-family units for sale in Council Bluffs last month. Council Bluffs is a minimally walkable city in Pottawattamie County with a Walk Score of 37. Council Bluffs is home to approximately 62,061 people and 30,598 jobs. Find your dream home in Council Bluffs using the tools above. Use filters to narrow your search by price, square feet, beds, and baths to find homes that fit your criteria. Our top-rated real estate agents in Council Bluffs are local experts and are ready to answer your questions about properties, neighborhoods, schools, and the newest listings for sale in Council Bluffs. Our Council Bluffs real estate stats and trends will give you more information about home buying and selling trends in Council Bluffs. If you're looking to sell your home in the Council Bluffs area, our listing agents can help you get the best price. Redfin is redefining real estate and the home buying process in Council Bluffs with industry-leading technology, full-service agents, and lower fees that provide a better value for Redfin buyers and sellers.

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