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203 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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2505 Jensen AveAmes, IA 50010
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4301 Lincoln SwingAmes, IA 50014
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1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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2715 Ferndale AveAmes, IA 50010
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420 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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644 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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North Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Ames?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Ames Studio Apartments | $909 | $775 | $1,300 |
| North Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $899 | $600 | $1,470 |
| North Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,093 | $599 | $1,715 |
| North Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $892 | $519 | $1,785 |
| North Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $932 | $459 | $2,280 |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the North Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA.
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Cheapest Available North Ames Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Ames area of Ames, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melrose Park Apartments priced from $705. Hickory Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable North Ames apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 0 bed, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Hyland Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
| Somerset Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| 301 Main | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| 3500 Grand Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Fountainview | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave. | 530 Welch Ave. | 3BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Ames, IA
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the North 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 North 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 North Ames apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Grove at Ames | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| Somerset Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Fountainview | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Hyland Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 3500 Grand Ave | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Point at Ames | Frisco A | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Getting Around the North Ames Neighborhood in Ames, IA
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Ames Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Ames?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Ames is under $1,125.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Ames?
The cheapest apartment in North Ames is Melrose Park Apartments which is listed at $705, while the average apartment in North Ames costs $1,127.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Ames?
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 27 regular apartments in North Ames 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 North Ames?
Cheap apartments in North Ames have an average cost of $334 which is $793 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Ames.
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