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Average rent in Ames, Iowa

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Ames is $842+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $915+. Rent rates updated 5 days ago

Studio: $785+
Prices trending down
1 Bed: $842+
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2 Beds: $915+
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3+ Beds: $1,005+
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* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

100 Best Apartments For Rent In Ames, IA (with verified reviews)!

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The Quarters Ames - Student Living Gallery 1

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The Quarters Ames - Student Living (opens in new tab)

601 South 17th Street, Ames, IA 50010

$625+/moFees may apply12-mo lease

3 units available

2 bed • 3 bed

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3219 Roy Key Ave Gallery 1

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Ames Apartments with Garages (37)
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1 Bedroom Apartments in Ames (8)

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Ames Cheap Apartments (16)

Colleges

Iowa State University (71)
Drake University (59)
Des Moines University-Osteopathic Medical Center (54)
Grand View University (32)
Des Moines Area Community College (18)

Amenities

In unit laundry, Golf room, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, 24hr gym + more

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Brand New Three Bedroom Ames Townhome with first month free! (opens in new tab)

3304 University Boulevard, Ames, IA 50010

$2,400/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

3 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Garage, Dog park, Pickleball, Bbq/grill + more

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263 N. Hyland Gallery 1

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263 North Hyland Avenue, Ames, IA 50014

$900/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

2 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Some paid utils, Microwave, and Internet access

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4505 Todd Gallery 1

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4505 Todd Drive, Ames, IA 50014

$1,245/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Fireplace, Some paid utils + more

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3219 Roy Key Ave (opens in new tab)

3219 Roy Key Avenue, Ames, IA 50010

$815/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

1 bed

Amenities

Internet access

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119 N. Hyland Gallery 1

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119 North Hyland Avenue, Ames, IA 50014

$915+/moFees may apply12-mo lease

2 units available

1 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Internet access, Range, and Refrigerator

1107 Delaware Gallery 1

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1107 Delaware Avenue, Ames, IA 50014

$1,330/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

3 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Garage, Internet access, Range, and Refrigerator

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1428 Walton Gallery 1

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1428 Walton Drive, Ames, IA 50014

$1,015/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

1 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Microwave, and Internet access

908 Douglas Gallery 1

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908 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA 50010

$1,240/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

3 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Internet access, and Range

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4515 Todd Gallery 1

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4515 Todd Drive, Ames, IA 50014

$1,350/moFees may apply12-mo lease

2 units available

2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Some paid utils, and Microwave

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Student Housing - The Social West Ames Gallery 1

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Student Housing - The Social West Ames (opens in new tab)

1320 Coconino Road, Ames, IA 50014

$350+/moFees may apply12-mo lease

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.”

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Wyndsor Terrace Gallery 1

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4112 Westbrook Drive, Ames, IA 50014

$785/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

Studio

Amenities

On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, 24hr maintenance, Parking + more

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Large 1 & 2 Bedrooms available, PET FRIENDLY! Gallery 1

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Large 1 & 2 Bedrooms available, PET FRIENDLY! (opens in new tab)

2101 Oakwood Road, Ames, IA 50014

$775+/moFees may apply12-mo lease

13 units available

1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Air conditioning + more

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246 Hyland Gallery 1

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246 North Hyland Avenue, Ames, IA 50014

$800+/moFees may apply12-mo lease

7 units available

1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Parking, Gym, Air conditioning, and Internet access

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Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace Gallery 1

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3500 Grand Avenue, Ames, IA 50010

$800+/moFees may apply12-mo lease

4 units available

1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Extra storage, Internet access, and Range

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Charming Single Family Home - Hardwood Floors - Large Detached Garage - Fenced-In Backyard Gallery 1

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Charming Single Family Home - Hardwood Floors - Large Detached Garage - Fenced-In Backyard (opens in new tab)

1220 Carroll Avenue, Ames, IA 50010

$1,680/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

3 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Garage, Bathtub, and Internet access

20 units available

1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed • 4 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more

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Luxury apartments

Top units for an elevated lifestyle.

Spacious Home in Gilbert School District 5 Beds, 3.5 Baths, $2750

5 Beds • 3.5 Baths • 2285 sqft

Base monthly rent

$2,750+

Available

Oct 1

412 Ash Ave 4 Beds, 2 Baths, $2650

4 Beds • 2 Baths

Base monthly rent

$2,650+

Available

Aug 1

3419 Taft Ave- 4 Bed, 2.5 Bath House 4 Beds, 3 Baths, $2600

4 Beds • 3 Baths • 1590 sqft

Base monthly rent

$2,600+

Available

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3503 Coy Street 4 Bed

4 Beds • 3 Baths • 1650 sqft

Base monthly rent

$2,500+

Available

Now

Brand New Three Bedroom Ames Townhome with first month free! 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, $2500

3 Beds • 2.5 Baths • 1715 sqft

Base monthly rent

$2,500+

Available

Now

Best market deals

These units are the best deal in town.

Student Housing - The Social West Ames Private Bedroom - Priced By Bed

4 Beds • 2 Baths • 1450 sqft

Base monthly rent

$350+

Available

Aug 14

The Quarters Ames - Student Living Private - Priced By Bed

3 Beds • 3 Baths • 1125 sqft

Base monthly rent

$625+

Available

Aug 1

3322-3224 Story St. 1 Bed, 1 Bath, $625

1 Bed • 1 Bath

Base monthly rent

$625+

Available

Aug 1

Large 1 & 2 Bedrooms available, PET FRIENDLY! 1 Bed, 1 Bath, $775

1 Bed • 1 Bath • 750 sqft

Base monthly rent

$775+

Available

Now

Wyndsor Terrace 4112 Wyndsor Terrace Building 1 #24

Studio • 1 Bath • 350 sqft

Base monthly rent

$785+

Available

Jan 10