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Average rent in Ames, Iowa

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Ames is $854+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $859+. Rent rates updated 4 days ago

Studio: $785+
Prices trending down
1 Bed: $854+
Prices trending down
2 Beds: $859+
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3+ Beds: $1,007+
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* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

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Executive Home in Ames Gallery 1

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Executive Home in Ames (opens in new tab)

2917 Bayberry Road, Ames, IA 50014

$2,500/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

4 bed

4415 Toronto St. #2 Gallery 1

3202 Lincoln Way Gallery 1

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2401 Knapp St Gallery 1

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Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Air conditioning, Hot tub, Bbq/grill + more

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4415 Toronto St. #2 (opens in new tab)

4415 Toronto Street, Ames, IA 50014

$800/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

2 bed

Amenities

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

4344 Maricopa Drive - 1 Gallery 1

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4344 Maricopa Drive - 1 (opens in new tab)

4344 Maricopa Drive, Ames, IA 50014

$1,200/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

3 bed

Amenities

Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan, Extra storage + more

2006 Grand Avenue Gallery 1

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2006 Grand Avenue, Ames, IA 50010

$1,800/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

4 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated, and Air conditioning

2827 Wood St Gallery 1

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2827 Wood Street, Ames, IA 50014

$2,400/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

3 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, and Garage

Super cute, 2 story townhome in West Ames Gallery 1

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1510 Delaware Avenue, Ames, IA 50014

$1,300/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

3 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, and Refrigerator

3905 Marigold Drive - 1 Gallery 1

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3905 Marigold Drive, Ames, IA 50014

$1,795/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

4 bed

Amenities

W/D hookup, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan + more

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147 Campus Avenue, Ames, IA 50014

$2,350/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

5 bed

Amenities

W/D hookup, Dishwasher, Parking, Gym, Range, and Refrigerator

Beautiful Home in Trendy Somerset Neighborhood Gallery 1

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2504 Somerset Drive, Ames, IA 50010

$2,400/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

4 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Garage, Gym, Air conditioning + more

3202 Lincoln Way (opens in new tab)

3202 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014

$2,100/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

5 bed

Amenities

Hardwood floors and Garage

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1108 Grand Avenue, Ames, IA 50010

$795/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

1 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Pet friendly, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan, Extra storage, and Some paid utils

2401 Knapp St (opens in new tab)

2401 Knapp Street, Ames, IA 50014

$990/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Parking, Air conditioning, Range, Oven, and Refrigerator

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4008 Ontario Street, Ames, IA 50014

$850/moFees may apply12-mo lease

1 unit available

2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Dogs allowed, Parking, Air conditioning, and Range