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

61 - 90 of 97 Results
8
$399 - 999
PER ROOM
& UNIT
The Social West Ames Station
1320 Coconino Rd Ames, IA
1 - 5 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Luxury
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
3
$790 - 820
1217 Delaware
Deal
1217 Delaware Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2027
Contact
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
109
$950 - 995
219 Crystal St
Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
Contact
1
$865
244 Hyland
244 N Hyland Ave Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2027
Contact
Air Conditioning
Storage
Disability Access
Campustown
1
3D Tour
$925
2310 Mortensen
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
Contact
Cat Friendly
Surface Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
Disability Access
1
3D Tour
$825
2618 Aspen
Ames, IA
Studio | Available Now
Contact
Storage
Disability Access
Dishwasher
Pool
3
$500 - 805
Campus Flats
122 Hayward Ave Ames, IA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
Contact
Storage
Disability Access
Campustown
4
$800
4415 Toronto St. #2
4415 Toronto St Unit 2 Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dishwasher
8
$700
330 N Franklin Ave Unit 2-
Ames, IA
4 BR | Available Now
Contact
Cat Friendly
Air Conditioning
Storage
Dishwasher
0
$895
221 Crystal St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
Contact
0
$525
4216 Lincoln Swing - Studios
4216 Lincoln Swing St Ames, IA
Studio | Available Now
Contact
1
$875
Cute, Clean, Convenient 2 Bedroom Unit In Downtown Ames
814 Burnett Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
Contact
House
0
$900
1231 North Dakota #12
Ames, IA
2 BR | Oct. 15, 2026
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Dishwasher
14
$640 - 800
PER
ROOM
Copper Beech at Ames
Deal
1717 S Grand Ave Ames, IA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Fitness Center
14
$615 - 750
PER
ROOM
Copper Beech at Ames - Historical Access
1717 S Grand Ave Ames, IA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Fitness Center
1
$625
3322-3224 Story St.
3322 Story St Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2027
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
House
2
$990
2407 Knapp St Unit 2401
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
Contact
Air Conditioning
Campustown
0
$795
2644 Hunt St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Dishwasher
Campustown
1
$1,000
3414 West
3414 West St Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2027
Contact
House
Dishwasher
0
$950 - 995
223 Crystal St
Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
Contact
1
$975
204 Jewel Dr
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
Contact
1
$650
West Street Lofts
2811 West St Ames, IA
4 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dishwasher
Campustown
1
$900
312 Hillcrest
Ames, IA
3 BR | Available Now
Air Conditioning
Fitness Center
Dishwasher
37
$605 - 720
PER
ROOM
The Grove at Ames - Historical Access
1407 S Grand Ave Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Fitness Center
37
$630 - 699
PER
ROOM
The Grove at Ames
Deal
1407 S Grand Ave Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Student
Fitness Center
1
$650
The Stritz
412 Welch Ave Ames, IA
4 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dishwasher
Campustown
1
$895
1011 Kellogg Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dog Friendly
Cat Friendly
Dishwasher
1
$720
2707 Luther Dr.
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
Heat Included
Air Conditioning
Covered Parking
Balcony/Deck/Patio
Storage
0
$795
1007 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
Contact
Dishwasher
0
$950
225 Crystal St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
Contact
61 - 90 of 97 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 97 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 68 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 624 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 1,135 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 $32,000.

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

  1. Campustown

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

Welcome to the October 2026 Ames Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the October 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 $810, with the majority falling between $620 and $1,200. Out of the 449 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Ames, 352 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 78% 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
101
35
4
4
As of October 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 114 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 October M/M % Change
Ames, IA 101 +1.14%
Boone, IA 36 +0.98%
Nevada, IA 4 +0.92%
Perry, IA 4 +0.82%
Huxley, IA 2 +1.08%
Story City, IA 2 +1.0%
State Center, IA 1 +0.25%
Collins, IA 1 +0.5%
Slater, IA 1 +1.29%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,000 in Ames?

Available apartments under $1,000 3,343
Top amenities Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave, High Speed Internet
Deals 22
Pet friendly 180
Utilities included 57
Furnished 67
1 Bedroom 48
2 Bedroom 69
3 Bedroom 55
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