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Cambridge, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Cambridge?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cambridge 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $975 | $625 | $1,350 |
Cambridge 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,661 | $1,100 | $2,995 |
Cambridge 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,057 | $1,250 | $2,995 |
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Cheapest Available Cambridge Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cambridge, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at 525 Welch Ave in the Bel-Air neighborhood priced from $865. Spacious Apartments minutes from everything in the South Ames neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cambridge apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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525 Welch Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
Spacious Apartments minutes from everything | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, IA and Nearby
As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cambridge area is the $1.31 price per square foot Pattison Model at The Villages of Kimberley Crossing in the in the Georgetown neighborhood starting from $2,175. The second greatest value Cambridge apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA Model at Copper Beech at Ames starting at $800 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the South Ames neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Villages of Kimberley Crossing | Pattison | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.31 |
Copper Beech at Ames | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.65 |
Laverne Apartments | Three Bedroom, Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave. | 528 Welch Ave. | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.33 |
The Quarters Ames | A - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.55 |
Avondale Trace Condos | AC.2B.2B.B/P | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
The Grove at Ames | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
Arbor Hills | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Spacious Apartments minutes from everything | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cambridge
What type of rentals are currently available in Cambridge?
There are currently 48 Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, IA with pricing that ranges from $445 to $2,861. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cambridge ranging from $610 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cambridge?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cambridge ranges from $610 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,577.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cambridge?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cambridge range from $465 to $2,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $2,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $445.
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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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.