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Apartments Under $1,000 in Ames, IA

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$880
216/224 S. Kellogg 219 S. Sherman
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$565
412 E 6th St
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$995
Mortensen Heights | 5336
5336 Mortensen Rd Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$980
123 Sheldon
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Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$975
219 Crystal St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$865
2505 Aspen
Ames, IA
1 BR | Feb. 2, 2026
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$990
3 Bedrooms With In-unit Laundry
1238 Michigan Ave Ames, IA
3 BR | Jan. 1, 2026
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$930 - 945
2612 Aspen
Ames, IA
1 BR | Jan. 2, 2026
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$895 - 995
Cranford Residential (stanton 103)
103 Stanton Ave Ames, IA
Studio | Aug. 1, 2026
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$755
2504.5 Lincoln Way
2504 5 Lincoln Way Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$880 - 950
301 Main
301 Main St Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$700
715 Wilson Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$965 - 990
Welch 304
304 Welch Ave Ames, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$950 - 970
1417 Mayfield
Ames, IA
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$890
4210-4212 Harris St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$740 - 760
219 Washington
219 Washington Ave Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$975 - 985
2810 Stange
Ames, IA
1 BR | Jan. 16, 2026
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$760 - 945
2310 Mortensen
Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$840
244 Hyland
244 N Hyland Ave Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$800
320 S Franklin
320 S Franklin Ave Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$800
216 Campus Ave
Ames, IA
1 BR | Jan. 19, 2026
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$715 - 815
Lincoln Park
3502-3528 Lincoln Way Ames, IA
1 BR | Jan. 7, 2026
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$880
245 Sinclair
Ames, IA
1 BR | Jan. 5, 2026
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$750 - 965
4915 Todd
Ames, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Jan. 9, 2026
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$650
1015 Clark
1015 Clark Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$995
Mortensen Heights | 5422
5422 Mortensen Rd Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$995
Mortensen Heights | 5332
5332 Mortensen Rd Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$765 - 905
Suites On Lincoln Way
2709 Lincoln Way Ames, IA
1 BR | Jan. 7, 2026
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$900
4415 Toronto St. #4
4415 Toronto St Unit 4 Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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2523 Aspen
Ames, IA
Studio - 1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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How many apartments under $1,000 are available in Ames, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 159 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 102 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 812 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 1,363 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 $35,000.

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

  1. Campustown

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

Welcome to the December 2025 Ames Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 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 7 15 22 30 <$700 $720 $760 $800 $840 $880 $920 $960 $1,000 $1,040 $1,080
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Ames stands at $930, with the majority falling between $680 and $1,310. Out of the 802 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Ames, 574 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
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As of December 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 207 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 December M/M % Change
Ames, IA 61 +0.73%
Boone, IA 29 +1.09%
Nevada, IA 4 +0.68%
Perry, IA 3 +1.0%
Slater, IA 1 0.0%
Story City, IA 1 +1.22%
Huxley, IA 1 +1.17%
Collins, IA 1 +1.4%
Zearing, IA 0 +1.0%
State Center, IA 0 +1.0%

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Available apartments under $1,000 3,768
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave, High Speed Internet
Deals 121
Pet friendly 415
Utilities included 141
Furnished 40
1 Bedroom 176
2 Bedroom 179
3 Bedroom 103
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