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227 Village Dr

702 Carroll Ave

209 E 6th St

514 Hayward Ave

4008 Ontario St

4406 Castlewood Pl

317-319 20th St

823-825 Wilson Ave

1411 Georgia Ave
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323 N Franklin Ave

215 Beedle Dr

3022 Oakland St

925 Garfield Ave

1250 24th St

215 Jewel Dr

1302 Harding Ave

1315 Douglas Ave

1304 Harding Ave

1236 Michigan Ave

1906 Wilson Ave

2406 Ferndale Ave

1448 Breckinridge Ct

1448 Breckinridge Ct

233 S Franklin Ave

4549 Steinbeck St, Unit 3

118 S Franklin Ave
Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ames?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ames 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,014 | $795 | $1,490 |
Ames 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,735 | $925 | $2,995 |
Ames 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,912 | $1,280 | $2,800 |
Ames 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ames, IA
Pricing Updated: 04/20/2025Current apartment rentals in the Ames, IA area range in price from $404 to $2,600 with an overall median price of $1,150. The three Ames neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Ames at $404, Downtown Ames at $650, and North Ames at $459. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ames Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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South Ames | $999 | $404 | 133 |
Downtown Ames | $1,000 | $650 | 1 |
North Ames | $1,005 | $459 | 107 |
East Ames | $1,074 | $445 | 37 |
Campustown | $1,099 | $459 | 85 |
Dauntless | $1,099 | $404 | 109 |
Fountainview | $1,099 | $404 | 122 |
Gateway Hills | $1,099 | $459 | 78 |
West Ames | $1,099 | $404 | 162 |
West Campus Village | $1,099 | $459 | 107 |
Cheapest Available Ames Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ames, IA is a Studio unit found at College Creek Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood priced from $670. Melrose Park Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ames apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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College Creek Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $670 |
Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
Wyndsor Terrace | Studio | Studio,1BA | $740 |
Western Hills Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
Hickory Ridge Apartments | 0 bed, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $799 |
Hyland Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
525 Welch Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
Spacious Apartments minutes from everything | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
Somerset Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA
As of April 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ames area is the $0.65 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at Copper Beech at Ames in the in the South Ames neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Ames apartment is the Three Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Laverne Apartments starting at $1,265 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the South Ames neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ames apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Copper Beech at Ames | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.65 |
Laverne Apartments | Three Bedroom, Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
The Quarters Ames | A - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.55 |
The Madison | 3x3 Furnished | 3BR,3BA | $0.53 |
Northern Lights Apartments | 3304 Polaris ( 3 bedroom ) | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
The Social West Ames® | Cambridge A - Station | 3BR,2BA | $0.54 |
The Grove at Ames | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
Western Hills Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Spacious Apartments minutes from everything | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Point at Ames | Frisco A | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ames
What type of rentals are currently available in Ames?
There are currently 256 Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA with pricing that ranges from $404 to $2,600. There are also 74 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ames ranging from $750 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ames?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ames ranges from $750 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,672.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ames?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ames range from $465 to $2,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $2,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,280 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $404.
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