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Apartments Under $1,000 in Ames, IA

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1320/1322 Idaho
1320 1322 Idaho Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 2, 2026
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$1,000
3 Bedroom Unit-garden Level
4605 Ontario #1 Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$945
2 Bedroom Townhouse Close To Campus-free Parking
3222 Lincoln Way #11 Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$945
2 Bedroom Town Home Close To Iowa State University
3222 Lincoln Way #7 Ames, IA
2 BR | Jul. 31, 2026
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$800
242 Village Dr Unit 242
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$1,000
1407 Crescent St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$700 - 999
West Towne
4720 Mortensen Rd Ames, IA
Studio - 3 BR | Available Now
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$900
1203 Delaware Ave Unit 2
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$800
1205 Delaware Ave Unit 5
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$900
316 11 Th St Unit 3
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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$850
205 Wellons Dr
205 Wellons Drive Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$800
1116 28th St
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$750
1205 Delaware Ave Unit 1
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$900
4605 Ontario-1304 & 1312 Florida
Ames, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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$920 - 990
Grove Avenue
3005 3009 Grove Ave Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Available Now
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$850
1209 Delaware Ave Unit 1
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$800
4409 Toronto St Unit 1
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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4403 Ontario St Unit 1
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$675 - 795
South Meadow
321 South 5th St Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$750
2417 Ferndale Ave Unit 3
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$675
Grandview Square Apartments
2505 Jensen Ave Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$850 - 860
1231 North Dakota
Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$800
1116 28th St
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2026
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$775
1225 Delaware
1225 Delaware Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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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
Lincoln Edge Townhomes And Apartments
3222 Lincoln Way Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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$615 - 750
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Copper Beech at Ames - Historical Access
1717 S Grand Ave Ames, IA
2 - 4 BR | Aug. 20, 2026
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$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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$605 - 720
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The Grove at Ames - Historical Access
1407 S Grand Ave Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Aug. 16, 2026
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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 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 801 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 1,359 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 801 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Ames, 563 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 70% 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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28
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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%

Looking for Apartments Under $1,000 in Ames?

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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