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The Ambassador Apartments

119 S 8th St, Council Bluffs, IA 51501

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  • Built in 1920
  • 18 units/2 stories

About The Ambassador Apartments

Experience your new home at The Ambassador Apartments. This apartment community is located in Council Bluffs on S. 8th St. in the 51501 area. From amenities to location, the professional leasing staff will be ready to help you find your perfect floorplan. Come for a visit to see the available floorplan options. Come see The Ambassador Apartments today.

The Ambassador Apartments is an apartment community located in Pottawattamie County and the 51501 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Council Bluffs Community School District attendance zone.

Location
119 S 8th St, Council Bluffs,
IA 51501
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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: 10 min 4.6 mi
Creighton University
Drive: 12 min 5.3 mi
Clarkson College
Drive: 15 min 6.7 mi
Univ. of Nebraska Medical
Drive: 14 min 6.9 mi
The Ambassador Apartments is within 10 minutes or 4.6 miles from Iowa Western Community College. It is also near Creighton University and Clarkson College.
Schools
Bloomer Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
422 Students
Attendance Zone
Woodrow Wilson Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
900 Students
Nearby
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

The Ambassador Apartments is near Eppley Airfield, located 7.6 miles or 18 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Eppley Airfield
 Drive: 18 min 7.6 mi

Walkability Near The Ambassador Apartments

Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
0 / 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Soundscore™
70 / 100

Traffic

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Airport

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Businesses

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Ambassador Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Ogden Place
Walk: 12 min 0.6 mi
Golden Plaza West
Walk: 12 min 0.7 mi
Hill Valley Plaza
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
The Ambassador Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 13-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 3.5 mi
Lake Manawa State Park
 Drive: 11 min 5.2 mi
Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail
 Drive: 15 min 5.8 mi
Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo
 Drive: 13 min 7.1 mi
Lauritzen Gardens
 Drive: 14 min 7.3 mi
The Ambassador Apartments has 5 parks within 7.3 miles, including Narrows River Park, Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail, and Lake Manawa State Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Methodist Jennie Edmundson
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs
Drive: 3 min 1.7 mi
Boys Town National Research Hospital
Drive: 11 min 5.8 mi
The Ambassador Apartments has 3 hospitals within 5.8 miles, the nearest is Methodist Jennie Edmundson which is 1.5 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Offutt Air Force Base
Drive: 32 min 15.6 mi
The Ambassador Apartments is 15.6 miles and a 32 minute drive from Offutt Air Force Base.
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Ambassador Apartments have in-unit laundry?

The Ambassador Apartments 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 The Ambassador Apartments?

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

Is parking available at The Ambassador Apartments?

Parking is available at The Ambassador Apartments. Contact this property for details.

Is The Ambassador Apartments pet-friendly?

The Ambassador Apartments does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

Does The Ambassador Apartments have move-in specials?

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