Studio Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA (17 Rentals)

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ames?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ames Studio Apartments | $858 | $620 | $1,300 |
Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $898 | $600 | $1,470 |
Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,080 | $599 | $1,830 |
Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $465 | $2,600 |
Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $830 | $404 | $2,280 |
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Ames Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: May 05, 2025There are currently 53 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Ames, IA that range in price from $620 to $1,300. Dauntless, Eagle Ridge and South Ames 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:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Dauntless | 7 | $775 | $670 |
Eagle Ridge | 7 | $775 | $620 |
South Ames | 7 | $777 | $620 |
West Ames | 7 | $775 | $620 |
West Campus Village | 7 | $775 | $670 |
Fountainview | 6 | $775 | $670 |
North Ames | 6 | $780 | $620 |
Somerset | 6 | $775 | $620 |
Largest Available Ames Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Ames, IA is found at College Creek Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood and is 410 square feet priced from $670. Hickory Ridge Apartments has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 410 square feet and currently listed start at $775. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Ames:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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College Creek Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | 410 Sq Ft | $670 |
Hickory Ridge Apartments | 0 bed, 1 bath | 410 Sq Ft | $775 |
Wyndsor Terrace | Studio | 350 Sq Ft | $740 |
Cheapest Available Ames Studio Apartments
As of May 05, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Ames, IA is the Studio, 1 bath Model starting from $670 at College Creek Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. The second most affordable Ames Studio is the Studio Model at Wyndsor Terrace starting at $740 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Ames is currently $858. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Ames:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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College Creek Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | $670 |
Wyndsor Terrace | Studio | $740 |
Hickory Ridge Apartments | 0 bed, 1 bath | $775 |
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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 Studio Ames Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Ames with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Ames is at College Creek Apartments listed at $670.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Ames Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Ames is $858.
What is the largest available Studio Ames Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ames is a 410 square feet unit starting from $670 at College Creek Apartments.
What is the average size for Ames Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Ames is currently 423 sq ft.
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