Bettendorf, IA

21 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent

Around here, the average apartment rental is surrounded by scenic creeks and greenbelt trails, open parks, golf courses, ice cream parlors and pizza places. Shopaholics are in luck as well, with plenty of little shopping centers where you can spend until you get dizzy. And, if you need a little nightlife every once in a while, then check out the Isle of Capri Casino or the Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center. There's plenty to do around here, but there's not necessarily plenty to rent.

With just a handful of apartments for rent around the city, and a couple of retirement communities, the rental properties in Bettendorf are fairly limited. However, the variety is nice. There are inexpensive apartments for rent, mostly in the north side of town. There are high-dollar rentals around the golf courses. And, there are some student-oriented apartments around the Scott Community College. Typical rental rates range from $600 to $1,300 a month, though you can find even more expensive rentals in lavish retirement communities. Remember to factor the security deposit into your rental costs, which, around here, typically costs about the same amount as one month's rent.

In need of some amenities? Well, Bettendorf’s got those, too. Apartments here have the typical amenities, such as parking, a laundry room, pool, hot tub, workout room, and a clubhouse. There are also some unique extras, such as a TV lounge, tanning bed, media room, DVD library, leash-free pet park, and sometimes even a pet spa.

As you can see, with amenities such as pet parks and pet spas, Bettendorf is more than just a little pet friendly. And, if you are dog owner, you’ve just discovered one of the most dog friendly cities for a renter to live. Rental properties accept most pets, even large dog breeds.

When you look in each direction and see nothing but green parks, ice cream parlors, and scenic riverfront, you’ll quickly realize that this is a nice area.

Sold on Bettendorf yet? We sure hope so. Have a fun apartment hunt, we Bet-tendorf you'll like it.

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Looking for 1 bedroom apartments in Bettendorf offers a variety of choices and price points. 1 bedroom apartments allow more privacy than living with a roommate, and gives you more flexibility to find the perfect space for yourself or with a significant other.

There are a few things to consider when touring 1 bedroom apartments, including the square footage and layout. In some cities, small 1 bedroom apartments may cost nearly the same as a studio apartment. Decide whether cost, amenities, or location are the most important to help guide your apartment search.

If cost is a factor while searching for 1 bedroom apartments in Bettendorf, consider which floor you will live on. The bottom floor is often cheaper than top floor units, or there may be a unit with undesirable views or with an outdated kitchen that rents for less.

Remember to come prepared during your apartment hunt with pay stubs, a letter of employment or recommendation, identification, and a checkbook to act quickly. The best 1 bedroom apartments require fast action, so come ready to sign.