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Apartments Under $500 in Ames, IA

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$439 - 499
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The Madison
4912 Mortensen Road Ames, IA
4 BR | Available Now
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Furnished
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20
$445
233 Sheldon
233 Sheldon Ave Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Disability Access
Campustown
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$475 - 485
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The Landing Ames
416 Billy Sunday Rd Ames, IA
4 - 5 BR | Aug. 1, 2027
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$350 - 499
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The Social West Ames®
Deal
1320 Coconino Rd Ames, IA
2 - 4 BR | Available Now
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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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1
$ Ask - 985
301 Main
301 Main St Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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3
$500
Campus Flats
122 Hayward Ave Ames, IA
4 BR | Available Now
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Campustown
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$440
210 Gray - Sunset View
210 Gray Ave Ames, IA
4 BR | Available Now
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$399 - 499
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The Social West Ames Station
1320 Coconino Rd Ames, IA
3 - 5 BR | Available Now
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$300
143 N Sheldon Ave
Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Campustown
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $500 are available in Ames, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 10 apartments under $500 in Ames currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $500 are available in Ames?

Rentable.co has 53 studio apartments under $500 available for rent in Ames.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Ames?

Rentable.co has 277 one-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Ames.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $500 are available in Ames?

Rentable.co has 769 two-bedroom apartments under $500 available for rent in Ames.

Can I afford a apartment under $500 in Ames, IA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $500 in Ames based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $18,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $500 for rent in Ames, IA?

  1. Campustown

Apartments Under $500 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 $500 — overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Ames and surrounding areas. This summary also provides an insight into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $500 in Ames.
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, 14 are priced below $500, accounting for 3% of the total available one-bedroom units in Ames.

Available Apartments Under $500: Ames vs. Surrounding Areas

Ames, IA
Boone, IA
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The chart above shows the number of available apartments under $500 in Ames, IA, and the surrounding cities as of October 2026. The data includes the total inventory of affordable apartments in the Ames metro area. The surrounding cities included in the chart are Boone, Nevada, Hubbard, Huxley, Colo, Zearing, Roland, McCallsburg, Slater, Stanhope, Collins, State Center, Perry, and Story City. This information is a valuable resource for renters in search of budget-friendly housing options in the Ames, IA area. With a total inventory of 17 apartments, prospective renters are sure to find a suitable and affordable place to call home.

Apartments Under $500 Now vs. Last Month: Ames and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $500 in October M/M % Change
Ames, IA 10 +0.93%
Boone, IA 9 +1.1%
Nevada, IA 1 +0.33%

Looking for Apartments Under $500 in Ames?

Available apartments under $500 2,695
Top amenities In Unit Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Cable Ready, High Speed Internet
Deals 1
Pet friendly 40
Utilities included 2
Furnished 23
1 Bedroom 2
3 Bedroom 17
4 Bedroom 21
Square footage 912 - 1,827
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