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2610 Northridge Pkwy
$960
2610 Northridge Parkway, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 498-5128
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Parking, Gym, Pool, Clubhouse, and Internet access
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Active, connected community with great amenities.
2610 Northridge Parkway offers a lively community atmosphere paired with top-notch amenities like a gym and pool. Residents enjoy a welcoming environment with activities that keep them socially connected. The apartments are spacious and well-maintained, ensuring a comfortable living experience.
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2807 Oakland
$1,330
2807 Oakland Street, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 789-3263
1 unit available
1 bed
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In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Some paid utils, Microwave, and Internet access
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2801 Oakland
$1,595
2801 Oakland Street, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 454-5391
3 units available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Some paid utils, Microwave, and Internet access
Convenient Living
Ideal for connected and modern living.
2801 Oakland offers modern living with high-end finishes and essential conveniences. Enjoy in-unit laundry and covered parking, paired with high-speed internet access—perfect for seamless streaming and remote work. The abundance of nearby parks and entertainment ensures an enjoyable and engaging lifestyle.
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119 N. Hyland
$925
119 North Hyland Avenue, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 709-4539
8 units available
1 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Internet access, Range, and Refrigerator
Prime Location
Conveniently close to Iowa State University.
Situated just two blocks from Iowa State University, this property offers the ultimate convenience for students. Residents love the secured entrance, providing peace of mind, and the free reserved parking ensures a hassle-free experience. Enjoy the inclusion of gas and internet in rent, simplifying expenses.
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Student Housing - The Social West Ames Private Bedroom - Priced By Bed
4 Beds • 2 Baths • 1150 sqft
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3324 Story St 1 Bed, 1 Bath, $600
1 Bed • 1 Bath
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1015 Clark 2 Beds, 1 Bath, $650
2 Beds • 1 Bath
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619 Duff Ave 1 Bed, 1 Bath, $715
1 Bed • 1 Bath
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2117 Barr Dr 2117
1 Bed • 1 Bath • 700 sqft
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3500 Grand Ave
$825
3500 Grand Avenue, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 500-2827
3 units available
1 bed • 2 bed
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Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Internet access, Range, and Refrigerator
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Large 3 Bedroom Apartments PET FRIENDLY!
$1,350
1209 North Dakota Avenue, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 316-2915
5 units available
3 bed
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In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Some paid utils, and Online portal
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Student Housing - The Social West Ames
$499
1320 Coconino Road, Ames, IA 50014
(336) 505-4598
Top rated for Location
“Management can be a bit dicy sometimes, seems to be a lack of communication throughout the office. Certain buildings have minimal or small parking lots. The decoy apartment you tour most likely won't look like your actual apartment.”
76 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed • 4 bed • 5 bed
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In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
Student Paradise
Top choice for students and pet owners in Ames.
The Social West Ames boasts an unbeatable location, especially for students of Iowa State University, offering easy transportation links to the campus and beyond. The property is rich in amenities with two sparkling pools, a 24/7 fitness center, and fantastic sports facilities. Pet owners will appreciate the pet-friendly environment, complete with two dog parks for plenty of exercises. Residents also enjoy the modern interiors and stress-free leasing process managed by friendly staff.
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Large 1 2 Bedrooms available, PET FRIENDLY!
$899
2101 Oakwood Road, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 800-8419
6 units available
1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed
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On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Air conditioning + more
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Downtown Ames Duplex - Main Floor Unit
$850
234 South Kellogg Avenue, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 762-6311
1 unit available
2 bed
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Parking, Internet access, Carpet, Range, and Refrigerator
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4510 Twain Circle
$900
4510 Twain Circle, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 337-8961
1 unit available
1 bed
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On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Garage, and Internet access
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2735 Danbury Rd 5 Bed
5 Beds • 3 Baths • 1684 sqft
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2018 Greenbriar Circle 3 Bed
3 Beds • 3 Baths • 1845 sqft
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822 7th St 3 Bed
3 Beds • 1.5 Baths • 1760 sqft
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1412 Johnson Street 4 Bed
4 Beds • 2.5 Baths • 1480 sqft
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Sublease - 3 Bedroom Townhome Available January 8th, 2026 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, $2090
3 Beds • 2.5 Baths • 1668 sqft
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4018 Quebec St
$1,800
4018 Quebec Street, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 450-0878
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Air conditioning, and Some paid utils
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242 Village Dr
$800
242 Village Drive, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 450-0878
1 unit available
1 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Parking, Some paid utils, and Internet access
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2117 Barr Dr
$750
2117 Barr Drive, Ames, IA 50010
(515) 450-0878
1 unit available
1 bed
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On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Some paid utils, Internet access + more
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3422 West St
$1,500
3422 West Street, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 450-0878
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, and Air conditioning
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1517 Idaho Ave
$1,600
1517 Idaho Avenue, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 450-0878
1 unit available
3 bed
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In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Dogs allowed, Garage, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning
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4503 Twain Cir
$1,250
4503 Twain Circle, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 450-0878
1 unit available
2 bed
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In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Recently renovated, and Stainless steel
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Searching for an apartment for rent in Ames, IA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 72 available rental units listed on Apartment List in Ames. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in Ames is Ask for a studio, $979 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $896 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

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In Ames, the average rent is + for a studio, $979+ for a 1-bedroom, $896+ for a 2-bedroom, and $825+ for a 3-bedroom.*

*Based on base prices that don’t include fees

You can find the lowest-priced apartments in Ames by using the cheap apartments filter.

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Ames apartments that allow pets.

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Ames.

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Ames. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Drake University, Iowa State University, Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center, Grand View University, and Des Moines Area Community College.

In 2010, Ames was ranked as one of the top ten Best Places to Live on the CNNMoney list. Talk about _Ames-ing_for the top. Sorry, couldn't resist.

Ames is, above all else, a spirited and lively university town. This Midwest gem has students from all over the world attending their highly rated research programs and bringing culture and ideas from all over the globe with them. While this is a family-friendly city, the university tends to dictate a great deal of life here. While the population hovers around 60,000, it's impossible to know for certain at any given point what the realistic population of the city actually is when school is in session. This city has all of the amenities you'd expect from an urban environment, but it still feels largely like a couple of small towns -- the city itself and the university.

Moving to Ames

This is the Midwest, but it's also a major university city so be prepared to work hard for your new apartment. Make the transition easier by gathering a few references from your employer and past landlord just to be safe. Expect an application, credit check and proof of employment for every place you're seriously considering. Be sure to have a recent medical slip for any pets, as this is a city ordinance and most landlords require it anyway. Don't worry if your credit is less than perfect; as long as you have proof of income, you should be fine.

Remember the weather when making plans to relocate to Ames. It gets very cold and snowy here, and ice storms are not unusual. It's a great place to live, even in winter, but you don't necessarily want to try carrying your 60-inch flat screen down an icy path!

What It Will Cost

It's actually not as bad as you might think, but it largely depends on where you decide to live. The overall cost of living is very good, but the rentals near the university tend to go for a premium. If you are not a college student, you might want to consider living away from the university. It will save you a lot of money, and it's much quieter. All in all, expect to pay somewhere between a tickle and a moan for a nice place here.

Neighborhoods

There are a lot of them in Ames. In fact there are more than 40 neighborhood associations. However, most of the neighborhoods, associations aside, generally merge into each other and form larger distinct groups. As a result, there are essentially three major neighborhoods and one semi-major neighborhood. You'll find a mix of apartments, single-family homes and rent to own houses here.

Lincoln Way:This is where the established professionals, mostly university professors, doctors and lawyers, are living. The homes are older and the residents are stable, having lived here for at least the last five years. You can expect to find very few rentals here as they go quickly to visiting professors, executives and so forth. $$$$$

Campustown:Welcome to the heart of the university! If you are a student, this is the place to be. It's hip and trendy, and you can walk to almost everywhere you need. The rents here are not bad, but it's a lively area, and unless you are affiliated with the university, you might want to look elsewhere for something quieter and more relaxing. $$$$

Grand:This is a great neighborhood for the upwardly mobile young professional. There are a lot of families in this area, as well as quite a few retirees. There generally is no problem finding a great place here for a decent price.$$$

Downtown:This is the cultural and historic part of Ames. Here you will find business owners, professionals just starting out and a few graduate students who need some quiet to get their dissertations written! There is a pretty fair mix of owners and renters here and a fair number of vacancies. $$

Living in Ames

So you want to move to Ames and join the fun. Welcome to the community! There's almost always something going on, whether it's hosted by the city or the university. If you are bored here, it's because you haven't bothered to open your eyes. Please keep in mind that it does get cold and snowy in winter, but that's okay because then you can participate in winter sports and activities! It's hot and humid here in the summer, making it a great place for swimming, hiking and biking. Biking is big here. It's an economical way for university students to get around and even the rest of the population is in on it at this point. Next to bikes, the two most important things on the minds of locals are food and beer (not necessarily in that order).

Restaurants

If you can't find it in Ames, it probably doesn't exist. None of that changes the need for Chinese-Pizza-Mexican. These three cuisines are generally necessary for you to feel at home in your new city, and in Ames, you have a number of great options. To save you time, go to Vesuvius Wood Fired Pizza on Kellogg Street. If you are more into a college type environment, try the Pizza Pit on Welch. Both are great pizza places.

For Chinese food, Go to House of Chen or Chinese Home Style Cooking, which are both on Lincoln Way. The food is outstanding, the portions are huge and the prices are reasonable. It really doesn't get much better than that.

Visit the Fighting Burrito on Welch for great Mexican food. Not only are they open late, but they also deliver and as most college students know, a Burrito Grande cures hangovers.

You need at least one nice restaurant. If you are single, you need a place to go on dates. If you are married, you need a place for your anniversary. If you aren't interested, then you need a place to take mom on Mother's Day. That place in Ames is the Fuji Japanese Steakhouse on Kellogg. While everything is outstanding here, the Scallop Teriyaki is absolutely perfect. The food is only part of it; the rest is the show while they prepare the food, which is always a treat.

Nightlife

This one can be tough for adults who are no longer in college and not looking to par-tay, but are looking for a relaxing place to hang out with friends and have a few beers instead. One of the few choices near Campustown is Welch Avenue Station on Welch. It's a relaxing place where you can actually have a conversation with your friends that doesn't require screaming.

For the sports lover who lacks a big screen, Es Tas on Stanton is a great option. You can grab a few beers, watch the game and maybe shoot some pool in a cozy and relaxed environment.

Culture

There are two distinct cultures at work in Ames. The first is the local permanent population of citizens. This is a typical mix of Midwestern culture and values. The other is the university, with it's hodge-podge of attitudes, ideas and theories. It makes for a great local mix and keeps things lively. Don't expect to find a single dominant culture here because there isn't one. What there is in Ames is great tolerance and acceptance for differing views. That's more important anyway.

Beyond the general culture, there is also the Ames Historical Society, which preserves the history of Ames for future generations. If history is your passion, there is also the Brunnier Art Museum, which is always worth a tour.

One cultural aspect of Ames that is extremely popular is the Octagon Center for the Arts, which includes galleries, studios, classes and a retail shop. The center also sponsors the Octagon Arts Festival each year.

Business in Ames

To give you some idea of the scope of the University, it's the largest employer in Ames. That, in and of itself, is not surprising, but the numbers might be if you look at them. The university employs over 14,000 people. The next largest employer, Mary Greeley Medical Center employs 1,347. In fact, if you add up the numbers of the other nine employers on the list, they make up less than half the workforce of the university when combined. The city itself employs less than 1,000 workers.

Ames is an economic dynamo because it is business-friendly for both large and small businesses, and it also uses the University to attract new industry. Ames has adopted industry and business-friendly policies that make relocating or starting a business here a painless process.

Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA

2610 Northridge Pkwy

2807 Oakland

2801 Oakland

119 N. Hyland

3500 Grand Ave

Large 3 Bedroom Apartments PET FRIENDLY!

Student Housing - The Social West Ames

Large 1 2 Bedrooms available, PET FRIENDLY!

Downtown Ames Duplex - Main Floor Unit

4510 Twain Circle

4018 Quebec St

242 Village Dr

2117 Barr Dr

3422 West St

1517 Idaho Ave

4503 Twain Cir

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2807 Oakland

2801 Oakland

119 N. Hyland

3500 Grand Ave

Large 3 Bedroom Apartments PET FRIENDLY!

Student Housing - The Social West Ames

Large 1 2 Bedrooms available, PET FRIENDLY!

Downtown Ames Duplex - Main Floor Unit

4510 Twain Circle

4018 Quebec St

242 Village Dr

2117 Barr Dr

3422 West St

1517 Idaho Ave

4503 Twain Cir

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