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College Creek Apartments
4815 Todd DrAmes, IA 50014
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Western Hills Apartments
235 SinclairAmes, IA 50014
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230 Raphael AveAmes, IA 50014
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Hickory Ridge Apartments
4301 Lincoln SwingAmes, IA 50014
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1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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West Field Apartments
5910 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50014
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Dauntless, Ames, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dauntless?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dauntless Studio Apartments | $850 | $670 | $1,300 |
| Dauntless 1 Bedroom Apartments | $892 | $725 | $1,470 |
| Dauntless 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,130 | $599 | $1,710 |
| Dauntless 3 Bedroom Apartments | $946 | $519 | $1,585 |
| Dauntless 4 Bedroom Apartments | $715 | $404 | $2,280 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Dauntless Neighborhood of Ames, IA.
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Cheapest Available Dauntless Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dauntless area of Ames, IA is a Studio unit found at College Creek Apartments priced from $670. Western Hills Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Dauntless apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Creek Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $670 |
| Western Hills Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 0 bed, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Fountainview | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Alpine Manor Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dauntless, IA
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dauntless area is the $0.53 price per square foot 3x3 Furnished Model at The Madison in the in the Fountainview neighborhood starting from $574. The second greatest value Dauntless apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Remodel Model at Alpine Manor Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dauntless apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Madison | 3x3 Furnished | 3BR,3BA | $0.53 |
| Alpine Manor Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Remodel | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Fountainview | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Western Hills Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Point at Ames | Frisco A | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| BlockOne | STUDIO - University Towers | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| College Creek Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 0 bed, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dauntless Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Dauntless?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Dauntless is under $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Dauntless?
The cheapest apartment in Dauntless is Western Hills Apartments which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Dauntless costs $999.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Dauntless?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 33 regular apartments in Dauntless that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Dauntless?
Cheap apartments in Dauntless have an average cost of $360 which is $639 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Dauntless.
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