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Apartments Under $1,000 in Ames, IA

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$439 - 878
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The Madison
4912 Mortensen Road Ames, IA
3 - 4 BR | Available Now
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5
$880
2804 Stange Rd
2804 Stange Rd Ames, IA
1 BR | Jan. 20, 2027
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$445
233 Sheldon
233 Sheldon Ave Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Campustown
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$975
3821 Tiverton Ct
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 17, 2026
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$795
Westfield Apartments
5910 Lincoln Way Ames, IA
1 BR | Sep. 1, 2026
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$950
2310 Mortensen
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$805 - 930
4915 Todd
Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$800 - 900
Beautiful Location With Lots Of Trees And Greenspace
3500 Grand Ave Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$900
263 N. Hyland
4.7
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$825
611 Kellogg Ave
Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$740
312 Hayward
312 Hayward Ave Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Campustown
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$795
2317 2319 Knapp St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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27
$995
321 Stanton
Deal
321 Stanton Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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Campustown
23
$700 - 795
Grandview Square Apartments
2505 Jensen Ave Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$765
1006 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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75
$469 - 699
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The Social West Ames®
Deal
1320 Coconino Rd Ames, IA
2 - 4 BR | Aug. 21, 2026
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$499 - 675
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Copper Beech
Deal
1717 S Grand Ave Ames, IA
3 - 4 BR | Aug. 20, 2026
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$549 - 699
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The Grove
1407 S Grand Ave Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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43
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$499
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The Quarters Ames
601 S 17th St Ames, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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58
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$490 - 955
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The Landing Ames
416 Billy Sunday Rd Ames, IA
Studio - 5 BR | Available Now
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$840
James Place
4733 Toronto St Ames, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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$950
Timbercreek
610 Stonehaven Dr Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 17, 2026
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$550
210 Gray - Sunset View
210 Gray Ave Ames, IA
4 BR | Available Now
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$975
251 S Franklin
251 S Franklin Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$895
2810 Stange
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 27, 2026
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$975
$200 Signing Bonus! 1 Bedroom Condo Available August 1st, 2026
4511 Twain Cir #204 Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$925
$200 Signing Bonus! 1 Bedroom Condo Available August 10th, 2026
4511 Twain Cir #304 Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$920
726 24th
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$675 - 750
Lincoln Park
3502-3528 Lincoln Way Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$815 - 895
806 24th
Ames, IA
1 - 2 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 72 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 65 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 580 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 1,070 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: August Rental Information

Welcome to the August 2026 Ames Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the August 2026 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 5 10 15 20 <$700 $720 $760 $800 $840 $880 $920 $960 $1,000 $1,040 $1,080 $1,120 $1,160 $1,200 $1,240 $1,280
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Ames stands at $830, with the majority falling between $680 and $1,330. Out of the 442 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Ames, 317 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 72% of the total available one-bedroom units in Ames.

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

Ames, IA
Boone, IA
Nevada, IA
Perry, IA
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As of August 2026, 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 131 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 August M/M % Change
Ames, IA 118 +1.11%
Boone, IA 35 +1.01%
Nevada, IA 4 +0.96%
Perry, IA 4 +0.78%
Huxley, IA 2 +1.24%
Story City, IA 2 +1.17%
Slater, IA 1 +1.36%
Collins, IA 1 0.0%
State Center, IA 1 -2.0%

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Available apartments under $1,000 3,489
Top amenities Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave, High Speed Internet
Deals 25
Pet friendly 174
Utilities included 72
Furnished 46
1 Bedroom 53
2 Bedroom 77
3 Bedroom 51
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