16 Apartments in Bettendorf

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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Apartment complexes with a gym offer a valuable amenity to Bettendorf renters looking to get fit and slash their gym membership. However, not all gyms are the same.

Make a list of your must-haves in a gym setting. Ask about the variety and age of any cardio machines. Also ask about any weight training equipment and free weights.

Consider the spaciousness of the workout area. Some apartment gyms are small. Those can create tension with tenants looking to squeeze in a workout before or after work.

If you enjoy circuit training, make sure there’s enough space to spread out and get in the workout you want.

Cleanliness is also crucial to an apartment gym experience. During your apartment tour, carefully inspect the fitness area to check for cleanliness and any extra perks. Also consider the potential savings if you can cancel a gym membership!

Towels, an attendant, flat-screen TVs, and a locked door for exclusive tenants access can all add value to your apartment gym experience.