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230 Campus Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$690
312 Hayward
Ames, IA
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$860 - 910
Timbercreek
610 Stonehaven Dr Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$1,100
Delaware Duplex 805-807
805 Delaware Ave Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$700
3319 Story St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$640 - 775
Grandview Square Apartments
2505 Jensen Ave Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Jun. 20, 2024
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$850
Available August 1st! 1304 Harding Avenue
1304 Harding Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$1,190
2609 Aspen
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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133 Beedle Dr
Ames, IA
2 BR | Jun. 17, 2024
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$1,310 - 1,380
Welch 325
325 Welch Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$499 - 2,780
Campus Flats
122 Hayward Ave Ames, IA
3 - 4 BR | Available Now
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$1,090 - 1,105
908 Douglas
908 Douglas Ave Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$945
1426 Mayfield
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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4400 Castlewood Pl
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$750 - 875
3500 Grand Ave
Ames, IA
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$1,050 - 1,080
2816 Stange
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$1,396
4536 Twain Cir Unit 1
Ames, IA
4 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$2,000
5410 Norris St
Ames, IA
5 BR | Available Now
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$1,100
4524 Steinbeck
4524 Steinbeck St Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 9, 2024
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$700 - 775
139 Sheldon Ave
Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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210 S. Hyland
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 16, 2024
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$1,675
3 Bedroom Townhome Available August 1st, 2024
3304 Emerald Dr Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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215 Raphael
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$840 - 1,196
216/224 S. Kellogg 219 S. Sherman
Ames, IA
2 - 4 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$675 - 900
105 Jewel Dr
Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$675
210 Campus Ave
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 10, 2024
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$700
2504.5 Lincoln Way
2504 5 Lincoln Way Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$1,450
901 Delaware Ave, Unit 901 Delaware Ave.
Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$800
Town Centre Apartments
802 6th St Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$725 - 760
Suites On Lincoln Way
2709 Lincoln Way Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ames?

Ames Apartments
Bed Type Average Rent Range
Studio $740 $670 - $950
1BR $800 $660 - $1,000
2BR $930 $720 - $1,350
3BR $1,130 $680 - $2,240
4+BR $1,470 $410 - $2,730
Frequently Asked Questions

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

Rentable.co has over 4,894 apartments available in Ames.

What is the average rent for a studio apartment in Ames, IA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Ames is around $740 per month.

What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Ames, IA?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Ames is around $800 per month.

What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Ames, IA?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Ames is around $930 per month.

How expensive is it to rent an apartment in Ames, IA?

For a two-bedroom apartment in Ames, the average rent price is $930 per month, which is lower than the national average of $1,620 per month.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in Ames, IA?

Based on average rent prices in Ames, to afford a studio apartment you would need an annual household income of $30,000 to live comfortably.

Find a Ames Apartment

This central Iowa city is home to just under 60,000 people. The city was founded as a stop on the railway in 1864. Since it's founding, it has emerged as a city that is based around education and health care. The two largest employers in town are Iowa State University, and the Mary Greeley Medical Center.

Iowa State University is an important employer in the area, with more than 15,000 staff. The student population it brings in to town is also important, as local businesses and landlords rely on the student population to a large degree. Iowa State's more than 34,000 students are the sole reason that many of the businesses in Ames do as well as they do.

When to Search

The staff and students of Iowa State University make up the lion's share of the renting population in Ames. This means that they typically occupy the rental apartments between September and May of each year. Looking in the window between those months is your best chance to find a great apartment.

Staying in the Know

Ames landlords aren't afraid to be discriminating when it comes to renting out their suites. They want responsible tenants who are quiet and who will look after the apartment. Being punctual, dressing neatly and being professional and polite when meeting with a potential landlord can help get this impression across.

Life in Ames

Transportation

Ames' convenient and affordable Cyride system provides bus services across the city. You should be able to get almost anywhere on the system, and at only $1.25 for a one-way ride, the system is very affordable. Bicycle trails also run through the city, and many students bike to ISU rather than bussing or driving.

Where to play

If you like small, locally owned businesses, downtown Ames has stores and restaurants in historic buildings. Taking in a Cyclones game at the university is always fun. Ames has a bustling pizza scene, with places like Black Market, Jeff's Pizza and the Great Plains Sauce and Dough Company all worth a visit. Most of the bars are filled with college students, and Mickey's and Paddy's are two options sure to be filled with a college crowd on most nights.

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Ames:
May Rent Report

Welcome to the May 2024 Ames Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the May 2024 key findings and figures for the Ames rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the pricing trends — one-bedroom, two-bedroom, year-over-year and month-over-month — in Ames and surrounding areas and provide comparisons to the entire metro area, nearby cities and some of the most desirable and expensive cities in the United States. Take a look at the last 12 months of Ames average rent prices in the chart below.

Monthly Rent Report

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Ames Rent Prices Decrease From April to May

Ames rent prices decreased over the last month. From April to May, the city experienced a -2.25% decrease for the price of a one-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Ames one-bedroom apartments currently stands at $826.0.

When we take a look at the two-bedroom comparison from April to May, Ames experienced a -1.49% decrease for the price of a two-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Ames two-bedroom apartments currently stands at $1,058.0.

May Prices: Ames vs. Surrounding Areas

Ames, IA
Boone, IA
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$642
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Rent Prices in Ames and Surrounding Areas

Rent prices have decreased in Ames over the last month. But how have the surrounding areas fared when it comes to the recent volatility in apartment prices? Rent prices in 1 of the Ames suburb increased last month. On the other hand, 0 local areas experienced a decrease in the price of a one-bedroom apartment.

More key findings include:

  • Rent increased in Boone, IA .

  • Rents did not decrease in any of the Ames suburbs.

  • 1 suburb is currently priced lower than the city of Ames.

May 2024 Pricing Trends: Ames vs. National Comparisons

New York, NY
San Francisco, CA
Washington, DC
Los Angeles, CA
Chicago, IL
Columbus, OH
Minneapolis, MN
Pittsburgh, PA
Ames, IA
$4,056
$3,039
$2,377
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$1,913
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$845
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Ames Rent Prices More Affordable Than Major Cities

Rent growth in Ames over the past year has been declining. When compared to major cities nearby, along with some of the most expensive cities in the country, Ames average rent prices appear to be relatively affordable for local residents.

The price for a Ames one-bedroom apartment remains vastly more affordable than four of the largest cities in the United States — New York City, Washington, D.C. San Francisco and Los Angeles. And pricing compares quite similarly to nearby Midwest cities.

For more information about Ames and surrounding area rent prices, take a look at the complete data set below.

Data set for Ames and suburbs

1 BR May 1 BR M/M % Change 2 BR May 2 BR M/M % Change
Ames, IA $845.0 -1.05% $1,074.0 -0.74%
Boone, IA $642.0 1.26% $816.0 2.77%

Methodology

Each month, using over 1 million Rentable listings across the United States, we calculate the median 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom rent prices by city, state, and nation, and track the month-over-month percent change. To avoid small sample sizes, we restrict the analysis for our reports to cities meeting minimum population and property count thresholds.

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