Careers
Favorites
Advertise With Us
Log In
Create Search Alert
Get alerts when new listings become available in the Ames area that match this search.
Email address:

Subscribed
Error! Please try again later.
Contact Property
Your Name

Email Address

Phone Number
Desired Move In Date
Desired Number of Bedrooms
Request a Tour Date

Ask a Question

Error! Please try again later.

Apartments Under $1,000 in Ames, IA

1 - 30 of 155 Results
43
3D Tour
$605 - 775
PER
ROOM
The Quarters Ames
601 S 17th St Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Virtual Tour
Luxury
8
$414 - 828
PER
ROOM
The Madison
4912 Mortensen Road Ames, IA
3 - 4 BR | Available Now
Contact
Furnished
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Luxury
10
$730 - 935
Tall Timber: 2-3 Bedrooms
644 Stonehaven Dr Ames, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
8
$975
3810 Tiverton Ct
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Storage
11
$730
2810 Grand Ave
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
10
$780
2721 Luther Dr
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Cat Friendly
Storage
9
$955
420 S 4th St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
10
$850
1121 Delaware Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
20
$410
233 Sheldon
233 Sheldon Ave Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
Contact
Storage
Disability Access
Campustown
2
$885
3212 Polaris Dr
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Storage
1
$825 - 900
3500 Grand Ave
Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
Contact
Cat Friendly
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
1
3D Tour
$750 - 965
4915 Todd
Ames, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
Contact
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
2
$795 - 895
Westfield Apartments
5910 Lincoln Way Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Apr. 1, 2026
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Storage
1
$800
Affordable 1 Bedroom Duplex With W/d In Unit
238 Village Dr Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
House
Air Conditioning
Storage
1
3D Tour
$925 - 940
119 N. Hyland
2.7
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
Campustown
1
3D Tour
$965
1409 Walton
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
1
3D Tour
$695 - 985
4901 Todd
Ames, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
0
$775
514-520 Carroll Ave
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
0
$740 - 765
312 Hayward
312 Hayward Ave Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Cat Friendly
Campustown
0
$720
211-213 S Franklin Ave
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
4
$995
519 Welch Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 2, 2026
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Dishwasher
Campustown
13
$825 - 1,025
Windsor Pointe
3815 Tripp St Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
Contact
Den
Dishwasher
28
$625 - 780
PER
ROOM
The Grove
Deal
1407 S Grand Ave Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
30
$660 - 845
PER
ROOM
Copper Beech
1717 S Grand Ave Ames, IA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
14
$825
1502 Delaware
1502 Delaware Ave Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
19
$830
2925 Woodland
2925 Woodland St Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
32
$855
4731 Toronto St
Deal
Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Air Conditioning
Surface Parking
36
$880 - 980
1108 S 4th St
Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Surface Parking
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
45
$479 - 999
PER
ROOM
The Social West Ames®
1320 Coconino Rd Ames, IA
1 - 5 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Virtual Tour
Luxury
21
$810
212 S. Walnut
212 S Walnut Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
Contact
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
1 - 30 of 155 Results
  1. Home
  2. Ames
  3. Apartments Under $1,000
Frequently Asked Questions

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

There are 155 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 107 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 844 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 1,388 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: February Rental Information

Welcome to the February 2026 Ames Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the February 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 $890, with the majority falling between $680 and $1,310. Out of the 875 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Ames, 607 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 69% of the total available one-bedroom units in Ames.

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

Ames, IA
Boone, IA
Nevada, IA
131
30
4
As of February 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 200 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 February M/M % Change
Ames, IA 131 +0.55%
Boone, IA 30 +0.98%
Nevada, IA 4 +1.14%
Perry, IA 2 +1.07%
Slater, IA 2 +0.7%
Story City, IA 2 +0.7%
Huxley, IA 1 +0.8%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,000 in Ames?

Available apartments under $1,000 3,576
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave, High Speed Internet
Deals 132
Pet friendly 371
Utilities included 120
Furnished 26
1 Bedroom 128
2 Bedroom 169
3 Bedroom 117
Browse Ames Apartments
Ames Apartments by Neighborhood
Ames Apartments by Bedrooms
Ames Apartments by Affordability
Ames Apartments with Amenities
Ames Apartments by Type
Colleges Near Ames
Ames Apartments by Zip Code