
Homes for Rent in Ames, IA Under $2,900 (75 Rentals)


803 Lawrence Ave

2629 Stange Rd

224 Hilltop Rd

2115 Ferndale Ave

3420 Harcourt Dr

4549 Steinbeck St, Unit 3

233 S Franklin Ave

2329 Bristol Dr, Unit 2001

1448 Breckinridge Ct
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2406 Ferndale Ave

3013 Hemlock Cir

2116 Aikman Dr

2902 Lincoln Way

525 Ash Ave

2011 Aikman Dr

2005 Aikman Dr

2103 Lacey Dr

124 N Franklin Ave

2007 Aikman Dr

3112 Story St

228 Hilltop Rd

4115 Ontario St

234 S Franklin Ave

1706 Clark Ave

304 Hilltop Rd

522 Hayward Ave

3829 Marigold Dr

3809 Marigold Dr

3821 Marigold Dr

3801 Marigold Dr

3817 Marigold Dr

830 Ridgewood Ave

327 Rockwell Ave

2805 West St

3304 Emerald Dr

313 Beedle Dr

903 Yuma Ave

411-413 Opal Cir

1338 Barkley Ct

125 S Hazel Ave

1822 Duff Ave

2635 Hunt St

3115 Peridot Ave

2517 Storm St

4503 Twain Cir

1615 Duff Ave

135 N Wilmoth Ave

4350 Maricopa Dr

204 State Ave
Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ames?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Ames 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,022 | $795 | $1,490 |
Ames 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,718 | $925 | $2,995 |
Ames 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,982 | $1,280 | $3,000 |
Ames 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ames
What type of rentals are currently available in Ames?
There are currently 235 Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA with pricing that ranges from $404 to $3,000. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ames ranging from $750 to $3,000.
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 $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,684.
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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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.