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Apartments Under $1,000 in Ames, IA

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The Madison Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$404 - 808
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The Madison
4912 Mortensen Road Ames, IA
3 - 4 BR | Available Now
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The Quarters Ames Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$615 - 750
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The Quarters Ames
601 S 17th St Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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Maple Grove MHC, LLC Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$839 - 925
Maple Grove MHC, LLC
6100 W Lincoln Way Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Grandview Square Apartments Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$675 - 800
Grandview Square Apartments
2505 Jensen Ave Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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233 Sheldon Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$410
233 Sheldon
233 Sheldon Ave Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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The Landing Ames Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$445 - 960
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The Landing Ames
416 Billy Sunday Rd Ames, IA
Studio - 5 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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The Social West Ames® Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$459 - 918
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The Social West Ames®
1320 Coconino Rd Ames, IA
2 - 5 BR | Aug. 16, 2025
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923 Garfield, Available August 1st! Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$900
923 Garfield, Available August 1st!
923 Garfield Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Ask for Availability
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230 Campus Ave Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$930
230 Campus Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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1218 Delaware Ave Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$775
1218 Delaware Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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2300 Mortensen Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$920
2300 Mortensen
Ames, IA
2 BR | Sep. 1, 2025
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806 24th Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$905
806 24th
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 5, 2025
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4915 Todd Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$865 - 930
4915 Todd
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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Lincoln Park Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$815
Lincoln Park
3502-3528 Lincoln Way Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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The Heights Of Lincoln Swing | 4136 Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$600
The Heights Of Lincoln Swing | 4136
4136 Lincoln Swing Ames, IA
5 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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4112 Harris St Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$950
4112 Harris St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 3, 2025
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The Grove at Ames Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$630 - 699
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The Grove at Ames
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1407 S Grand Ave Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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3500 Grand Ave Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$825 - 900
3500 Grand Ave
Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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153 N. Hyland Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$845
153 N. Hyland
Ames, IA
1 BR | Jan. 8, 2026
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301 Main Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$930
301 Main
301 Main St Ames, IA
1 BR | Ask for Availability
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4415 Toronto St. #4 Apartment for rent in Ames, IA
$900
4415 Toronto St. #4
4415 Toronto St Unit 4 Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$650
Campus Flats
122 Hayward Ave Ames, IA
4 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$640 - 800
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Copper Beech at Ames
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1717 S Grand Ave Ames, IA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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$875
1231 North Dakota #10
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$600
2820 Buckingham Ct
Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$750
2117 Barr Dr Unit 2117
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$925
Available August 15th! 2 Bedroom Duplex W/garage
1250 24th St Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 6, 2025
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$1,000
13th Street Duplex (420/422)
420 13th St Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$850 - 860
1231 North Dakota
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$399 - 999
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The Social West Ames Station
1320 Coconino Rd Ames, IA
1 - 5 BR | Available Now
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,000 are available in Ames, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 49 apartments under $1,000 in Ames currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,000 are available in Ames?

Rentable.co has 23 studio apartments under $1,000 available for rent in Ames.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,000 are available in Ames?

Rentable.co has 282 one-bedroom apartments under $1,000 available for rent in Ames.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,000 are available in Ames?

Rentable.co has 422 two-bedroom apartments under $1,000 available for rent in Ames.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,000 in Ames, IA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,000 in Ames based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $34,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,000 for rent in Ames, IA?

  1. Campustown

Apartments Under $1,000 in Ames, IA: July Rental Information

Welcome to the July 2025 Ames Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the July 2025 key findings and figures for the Ames rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,000 — examining the overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Ames and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insights into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,000 in Ames.

Whether you're a student looking for an affordable place close to campus or a professional seeking a budget-friendly home, this report aims to provide you with valuable information on the current rental market and help you find an apartment under $1,000 in Ames that suits your needs.
0 2 5 7 10 <$400 $420 $460 $500 $540 $580 $620 $660 $700 $740 $780 $820 $860 $900 $940 $980 $1,020 $1,060 >$1,100
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Ames stands at $780, with the majority falling between $380 and $1,000. Out of the 228 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Ames, 193 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 85% of the total available one-bedroom units in Ames.

Available Apartments Under $1,000: Ames vs. Surrounding Areas

Ames, IA
Boone, IA
Story City, IA
Perry, IA
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As of July 2025, Rentable's chart shows the number of apartments available for under $1,000 in Ames, IA and its surrounding cities. The data includes availability in Boone, Nevada, Hubbard, Huxley, Colo, Zearing, Roland, McCallsburg, Slater, Stanhope, Collins, State Center, Perry, and Story City. In total, there are 105 apartments within this price range in the Ames, IA metro area. This information will help prospective renters in their search for affordable housing options in the region.

Apartments Under $1,000 Now vs. Last Month: Ames and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,000 in July M/M % Change
Ames, IA 120 +1.15%
Boone, IA 31 +0.96%
Story City, IA 5 +1.0%
Perry, IA 4 +1.04%
Nevada, IA 2 +0.92%
Huxley, IA 2 +1.0%
Collins, IA 2 +0.87%
State Center, IA 2 -1.0%
Slater, IA 1 +1.64%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,000 in Ames?

Available apartments under $1,000 1,320
Top amenities Fitness Center, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, High Speed Internet
Deals 14
Pet friendly 209
Utilities included 23
Furnished 31
2 Bedroom 80
3 Bedroom 63
4 Bedroom 42
Square footage 143 - 1,500
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