Student Apartments for Rent in the West Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA (23 Rentals)

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Rentals in the West Ames area of Ames near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

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Stadium View Ames
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Stadium View Ames

1206 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Campus Flats
3 Bedroom Apartments

Campus Flats

122 Hayward AveAmes, IA 50014
Student Housing
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Cardinal Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cardinal Terrace

211 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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258 Hyland Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

258 Hyland Ave

258 Hyland AveAmes, IA 50014
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West Towne Flats
3 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

West Towne Flats

4710 Mortensen RdAmes, IA 50014
Student Housing

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Walnut Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Place

232 S Walnut AveAmes, IA 50010
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Buchanan Hall
1 Bedroom Apartments

Buchanan Hall

2184 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50014
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West Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Ames, Ames, IA

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Best Local Schools in
West Ames, Ames, IA

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Outdoors Rating

Love nice outdoor spaces? West Ames is a highly-rated part of town for parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

Do you have dogs or cats? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the West Ames Neighborhood in Ames, IA

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Student West Ames Apartments

What is the Cheapest Student apartment in West Ames?

Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in West Ames is at The Madison listed at $404.

How much is the average rent for a Student West Ames Apartment?

The average rent for a Student Apartment in West Ames is $988.

What is the largest Student West Ames Apartment for rent?

Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in West Ames is a 2,012 square feet unit starting from $640 at Copper Beech at Ames.

What is the average size for West Ames Student Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Student rental in West Ames is currently at 745 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

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