Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel-Air Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $500 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bel-Air area of Ames.

Grandview Square Apartments

921 Duff Ave

Melrose Park Apartments

120 16th St

Ferndale Furman Apartments

420 S 4th St

317 8th St

702 Carroll Ave

209 E 6th St
Bel-Air, Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bel-Air?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Bel-Air Studio Apartments | $914 | $800 | $995 |
Bel-Air 1 Bedroom Apartments | $933 | $675 | $1,460 |
Bel-Air 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,053 | $650 | $1,715 |
Bel-Air 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,376 | $940 | $1,870 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Bel-Air Neighborhood of Ames, IA.
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Cheapest Available Bel-Air Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bel-Air area of Ames, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Grandview Square Apartments priced from $675. Somerset Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Bel-Air apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Grandview Square Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Somerset Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $800 |
Northern Lights Apartments | 3304 Polaris ( 3 bedroom ) | 3BR,2BA | $1,080 |
Grayhawk Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom - 729 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1,130 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel-Air, IA
As of March 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bel-Air area is the $1.01 price per square foot 3304 Polaris ( 3 bedroom ) Model at Northern Lights Apartments in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,080. The second greatest value Bel-Air apartment is the 1 bedroom 1 bath Model at Grandview Square Apartments starting at $675 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bel-Air apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Northern Lights Apartments | 3304 Polaris ( 3 bedroom ) | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
Grandview Square Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.75 |
Grayhawk Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom - 729 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Somerset Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.65 |
117 5th St, Unit 202 | 117 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bel-Air Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bel-Air?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bel-Air is at Somerset Apartments listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bel-Air Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bel-Air Apartment is $675 at Grandview Square Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bel-Air Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bel-Air is starting from $1,100 at Somerset Apartments.
What is the most affordable Bel-Air Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bel-Air Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Northern Lights Apartments and starts from $1,080.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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