1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA (97 Rentals)

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921 Duff Ave
$7001 Bedroom, 1 Bath RentalsAvailable Aug 1

921 Duff Ave

Ames, IA 50010
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520 5th St
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520 5th St

520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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Maplewood
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Maplewood

1108 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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Spruce Pointe
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Spruce Pointe

126 Beedle DrAmes, IA 50014
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1005 28th St
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1005 28th St

1005 28th StAmes, IA 50010
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Furman Regency Court
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Furman Regency Court

3020 Regency CtAmes, IA 50010
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Twin Oaks Apartments
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Twin Oaks Apartments

4210 Lincoln Swing StAmes, IA 50014
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4112 Lincoln Swing
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4112 Lincoln Swing

4112 Lincoln Swing StAmes, IA 50014
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Ames, IA Local Guide

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Ames 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 26, 2025

There are currently 7507 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Ames, IA that range in price from $635 to $1,870. West Ames, Somerset and West Campus Village are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Ames with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
West Ames1376$940$635
Somerset1212$940$635
West Campus Village1062$945$725
Eagle Ridge993$860$635
North Ames641$932$635
South Ames495$940$700
Dauntless391$980$725
Fountainview391$980$725
Bel-Air251$860$635
Campustown217$940$725

Largest Available Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ames, IA is found at Oakwood in the Gateway Hills neighborhood and is 750 square feet priced from $825. Haven Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 719 square feet and currently listed start at $995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Ames:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Oakwood1 bedroom750 Sq Ft$825
Haven ApartmentsBirch719 Sq Ft$995
Windsor PointeThe Aspen 60%714 Sq Ft$980
Fountainview1 Bedroom709 Sq Ft$925
Somerset Apartments1 Bedroom708 Sq Ft$880
Hickory Ridge Apartments1 bed, 1 bath675 Sq Ft$849
The Social West Ames®Avondale Renovated - Station660 Sq Ft$999
Grayhawk ApartmentsWaitlist642 Sq Ft$1,035
Hyland Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment411 Sq Ft$820

Cheapest Available Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 26, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ames, IA is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $725 at College Creek Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. The second most affordable Ames 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Apartment Model at Hyland Apartments starting at $820 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ames is currently $961. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Ames:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
College Creek Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$725
Hyland Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment$820
Oakwood1 bedroom$825
Hickory Ridge Apartments1 bed, 1 bath$849
2706 Kent Ave2706 Kent (1 Bedroom)$860
Wessex Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom - 585 sq ft$866
Somerset Apartments1 Bedroom$880
301 Main1 Bed 1 Bath$885
Haven ApartmentsElm$900
Fountainview1 Bedroom$925

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Ames Overview

Recently listed by CNNMoney as one of their 'best places to live', Ames is an inviting slice of American heritage that's ideal for both working class families and ambitious Twenty-somethings alike. Home to a number of places of higher learning as well as an assortment of other industry, this Iowa hotspot is a must-consider for anyone in the market for a great new spot to call home.

Why live in Ames, IA?

From the area university...which has produced Pulitzer Prize winners, astronauts and more...to the wide array of historic structures and stately homes lining the downtown area, Ames apartments make a fantastic place to live, work and play. Offering easy access to the nightlife and job market of nearby Des Moines, Ames maintains an intrinsic charm all its own.

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Getting Around Ames, IA

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

71 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Ames Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Ames with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Ames is at College Creek Apartments listed at $725.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Ames Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ames is $961.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Ames Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ames is a 750 square feet unit starting from $825 at Oakwood.

What is the average size for Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Ames is currently 753 sq ft.

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