Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $400 (36 Rentals)

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Maplewood
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maplewood

1108 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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property at 921 Duff Ave

921 Duff Ave

AmesIA50010
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Twin Oaks Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Oaks Apartments

4210 Lincoln Swing StAmes, IA 50014
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520 5th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

520 5th St

520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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3404 Coy St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3404 Coy St

3404 Coy StAmes, IA 50014
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307 Lynn Ave
4 Bedroom Apartments

307 Lynn Ave

307 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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Spruce Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Spruce Pointe

126 Beedle DrAmes, IA 50014
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Furman Regency Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Furman Regency Court

3020 Regency CtAmes, IA 50010
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1005 28th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1005 28th St

1005 28th StAmes, IA 50010
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4112 Lincoln Swing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4112 Lincoln Swing

4112 Lincoln Swing StAmes, IA 50014
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2713 Luther Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2713 Luther Dr

2713 Luther DrAmes, IA 50010
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3319 Story St
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

3319 Story St

3319 Story StAmes, IA 50014
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South Oak
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

South Oak

221 S Oak AveAmes, IA 50010
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514-520 Carroll Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

514-520 Carroll Ave

514-520 Carroll AveAmes, IA 50010
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2707 Luther Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2707 Luther Dr

2707 Luther DrAmes, IA 50010
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640 S. 4th St.
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

640 S. 4th St.

620-640 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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2721 Luther Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2721 Luther Dr

2721 Luther DrAmes, IA 50010
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141 Campus Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

141 Campus Ave

141 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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Oak Brooke
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Brooke

422 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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3500 Grand Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3500 Grand Ave

3500 Grand AveAmes, IA 50010
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North Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide

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 Grandview Square Apartments priced from $675. Wyndsor Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable North Ames apartments for rent in Ames, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grandview Square Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$675
Wyndsor TerraceStudioStudio,1BA$740
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bathStudio,1BA$799
Somerset ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Hyland Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$820
525 Welch AveOne Bed1BR,1BA$865
Laverne ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$875
301 Main1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$885
3500 Grand Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$900
Fountainview1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Ames, IA

As of March 28, 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 Grand Junction 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Copper Beech at Ames2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$0.65
Laverne ApartmentsThree Bedroom, Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.05
The Quarters AmesA - 3x33BR,3BA$0.55
Northern Lights Apartments3304 Polaris ( 3 bedroom )3BR,2BA$1.07
The Grove at Ames2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.73
Fountainview2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.15
Hyland Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,2BA$1.23
Grandview Square Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.75
3500 Grand Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.06
Point at AmesFrisco A2BR,2BA$1.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Ames, Ames, IA

Ranked #8

Among neighborhoods in Ames, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, including Ames. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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

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 $925.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Ames?

The cheapest apartment in North Ames is Grandview Square Apartments which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in North Ames costs $1,102.

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 $333 which is $769 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Ames.

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