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540 W Washington Ave

540 W Washington Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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  • Built in 1900
  • 4 units/2 stories

About 540 W Washington Ave Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Find your new apartment at 540 W Washington Ave in Council Bluffs, IA. Based in the 51503 area of Council Bluffs on W. Washington Ave, renters have a quick connection to enjoyable points of interest. Here at this community, the professional leasing team is ready to help you find the perfect apartment. Come for a visit to see the available floorplan options. Come see 540 W Washington Ave today.

540 W Washington Ave is an apartment community located in Pottawattamie County and the 51503 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Council Bluffs Community School District attendance zone.

Location
540 W Washington Ave, Council Bluffs,
IA 51503
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City - Council Bluffs

Council Bluffs sits on the east bank of the Missouri River, directly across from Omaha, Nebraska, giving residents easy access to a full metro economy while living in Iowa's largest Southwest city. The city carries real historical weight as the eastern terminus of the first transcontinental railroad and the historic starting point of the Mormon Trail, details that still shape its identity today. Major employers span casino operations, manufacturing, and a significant Google data center, which together support a stable and diverse local economy.

Neighborhoods range from walkable streets lined with preserved Victorian-era architecture near downtown to quieter, more suburban pockets toward the city's edges. Renters can choose from renovated lofts inside century-old buildings, traditional apartment communities, and spacious townhomes spread across various districts. The mix gives the market genuine range without the premium price tags common in larger metros.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Iowa Western Community College
Drive: 9 min 4.0 mi
Creighton University
Drive: 12 min 5.5 mi
Clarkson College
Drive: 15 min 6.9 mi
Metro C.C. of Omaha, Ft Omaha
Drive: 16 min 8.7 mi
540 W Washington Ave is within 9 minutes or 4.0 miles from Iowa Western Community College. It is also near Creighton University and Clarkson College.
Schools
Gerald W Kirn Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
956 Students
Attendance Zone
Thomas Jefferson High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,243 Students
Nearby
Trinity Lutheran Interparish School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
St. Albert Junior/Senior High School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Transportation

540 W Washington Ave is near Eppley Airfield, located 7.8 miles or 19 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Eppley Airfield
 Drive: 19 min 7.8 mi

Walkability Near 540 W Washington Ave Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 540 W Washington Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Ogden Place
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Hill Valley Plaza
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
Golden Plaza West
Walk: 18 min 0.9 mi
540 W Washington Ave has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 18-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Narrows River Park
 Drive: 10 min 3.4 mi
Lake Manawa State Park
 Drive: 11 min 5.6 mi
Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail
 Drive: 15 min 6.0 mi
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo
 Drive: 13 min 7.4 mi
Lauritzen Gardens
 Drive: 14 min 7.7 mi
540 W Washington Ave has 5 parks within 7.7 miles, including Narrows River Park, Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail, and Lake Manawa State Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Methodist Jennie Edmundson
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs
Walk: 18 min 0.9 mi
Boys Town National Research Hospital
Drive: 12 min 6.0 mi
540 W Washington Ave has 3 hospitals within 6.0 miles, the nearest is Methodist Jennie Edmundson which is 0.9 mile away and a 17 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Offutt Air Force Base
Drive: 32 min 16.4 mi
540 W Washington Ave is 16.4 miles and a 32 minute drive from Offutt Air Force Base.
 
 
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Does 540 W Washington Ave have in-unit laundry?

540 W Washington Ave does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at 540 W Washington Ave?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at 540 W Washington Ave?

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Is 540 W Washington Ave pet-friendly?

540 W Washington Ave does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does 540 W Washington Ave have move-in specials?

540 W Washington Ave is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.

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