2 BEDS, 1 BATH
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Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New4 BEDS, 4 BATHS$2,200Base Rent$2,200Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,2002416 Eaton Ave
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Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,650Base Rent$1,650Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,6503826 Marigold Dr
3826 Marigold Dr, Ames, IA 50014 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$2,400Base Rent$2,400Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,400
2827 Wood St
2827 Wood St, Ames, IA 50014 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$800Base Rent$800Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$800
4713 Ontario St Unit #3
4713 Ontario St, Ames, IA 50014 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,350Base Rent$1,350Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,350
216 S Franklin Ave
216 S Franklin Ave, Ames, IA 50014 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,100Base Rent$1,100Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,100
205 Wellons Dr Unit 205
205 Wellons Dr, Ames, IA 50014 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,050Base Rent$1,050Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,050
207 Wellons Dr Unit 207
207 Wellons Dr, Ames, IA 50014 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New4 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,500Base Rent$1,500Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,500
2006 Grand Ave Unit 2 - 2nd floor
2006 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New5 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,600Base Rent$2,600Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,600
1212 S 3rd St Unit 1212 S 3rd
1212 S 3rd St, Ames, IA 50010 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS$1,200Base Rent$1,200Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,200
1227 Jefferson St
1227 Jefferson St, Ames, IA 50010 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,195Base Rent$1,195Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,195
2329 Bristol Dr Unit 2005
2329 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA 50010 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,245Base Rent$1,245 - $1,275Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,245 - $1,275
2321 Bristol Dr Unit 0204
2321 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA 50010 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,255Base Rent$1,255Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,255
2425 Aspen Rd Unit 003
2425 Aspen Rd, Ames, IA 50010 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$795Base Rent$795Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$795
602 8th St Unit 2
602 8th St, Ames, IA 50010 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$860Base Rent$860Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$860
924 Kellogg Ave Unit #1
924 Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA 50010 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO, 1 BATH$625Base Rent$625Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$625
123 7th St Unit 123
123 7th St, Ames, IA 50010 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$1,300Base Rent$1,300Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,300
1525 Idaho Ave
1525 Idaho Ave, Ames, IA 50014 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 1 BATH$935Base Rent$935Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$935
813 Delaware Ave
813 Delaware Ave, Ames, IA 50014
Ames at a Glance
Ames, IA Apartments for Rent
Ames is home to Iowa State University, which enrolls over 30,000 students and brings an energetic atmosphere to the city's economy. Located about 30 miles north of Des Moines in central Iowa, the city also houses major research facilities including the Ames Laboratory and the USDA National Animal Disease Center. When you're searching for apartments for rent in Ames, you'll discover plenty of options—from budget-friendly studios averaging around $758 per month to spacious three-bedroom units averaging $1,367, so there's something for every renter's budget.
The city makes it easy to grab dinner or shop in Campustown near the university campus and in the Downtown district, where you'll find local businesses and the Octagon Center for the Arts. For outdoor fun, head to Brookside Park or Ada Hayden Heritage Park, where trails and natural wetlands give you room to walk, jog, or just enjoy nature. Getting around is simple with the CyRide transit system connecting major areas throughout Ames—perfect if you're commuting to Iowa State University or one of the research facilities nearby. With its mix of top-notch educational institutions, solid job opportunities, and affordable apartment communities, Ames offers a smart living choice in central Iowa.
Renting in Ames
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 402 Sq Ft $774 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 618 Sq Ft $915 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 897 Sq Ft $1,076 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,120 Sq Ft $1,360 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,337 Sq Ft $2,086 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Ames
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- North Ames 719 Sq Ft $796/mo
- West Ames 639 Sq Ft $939/mo
- East Ames 616 Sq Ft $950/mo
- Campustown 509 Sq Ft $1,013/mo
- South Ames 634 Sq Ft $1,015/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Ames, IA
What are the average rent costs in Ames, IA?
The average rent in Ames, IA is $915.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Ames, IA?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Ames, IA is $774.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Ames, IA?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Ames, IA is $915.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Ames, IA?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Ames, IA is $1,076.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Ames, IA?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Ames, IA is $1,360.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Ames, IA?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Ames, IA is $2,086.
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