Studio Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA (16 Rentals)

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Twin Oaks Apartments
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Twin Oaks Apartments

4210 Lincoln Swing StAmes, IA 50014
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640 S. 4th St.
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640 S. 4th St.

620-640 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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Campus Point
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Campus Point

150 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014

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Ames Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: March 23, 2025

There are currently 2025 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Ames, IA that range in price from $620 to $1,300. Eagle Ridge, North Ames and Somerset are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Ames with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Eagle Ridge293$855$620
North Ames293$855$620
Somerset293$855$620
West Ames293$855$620
Dauntless211$799$670
South Ames211$855$620
West Campus Village211$855$670
Fountainview138$799$670
Bel-Air82$865$620

Largest Available Ames Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Ames, IA is found at Somerset Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood and is 481 square feet priced from $800. Hickory Ridge Apartments has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 410 square feet and currently listed start at $799. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Ames:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Somerset ApartmentsStudio481 Sq Ft$800
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bath410 Sq Ft$799
Wyndsor TerraceStudio350 Sq Ft$740

Cheapest Available Ames Studio Apartments

As of March 23, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Ames, IA is the Studio Model starting from $740 at Wyndsor Terrace in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. The second most affordable Ames Studio is the 0 bed, 1 bath Model at Hickory Ridge Apartments starting at $799 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Ames is currently $883. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Ames:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Wyndsor TerraceStudio$740
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bath$799
Somerset ApartmentsStudio$800

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Ames Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Ames with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Ames is at Wyndsor Terrace listed at $740.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Ames Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Ames is $883.

What is the largest available Studio Ames Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ames is a 481 square feet unit starting from $800 at Somerset Apartments.

What is the average size for Ames Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Ames is currently 385 sq ft.

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