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$1,105
1409 Walton
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$775
711 Burnett Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$1,000
Ep-11
1813-19 Douglas Ave Ames, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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$750
1522 Delaware Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$675 - 795
South Meadow
321 South 5th St Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Available Now
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$900
136 Campus Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$700 - 1,300
West Towne
4720 Mortensen Rd Ames, IA
Studio - 4 BR | Available Now
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$1,195
3405 Aurora Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$1,025
138 Cedar
138 Cedar Dr Gilbert, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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$750
225 Village Dr
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$1,010
428 S 4th St
Deal
Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$800
2228 Melrose Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Jun. 10, 2024
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$935
1324 Mayfield
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$1,595
2801 Oakland
2801 Oakland St Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$675
921 Duff Ave
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$1,100
236 South Dakota
Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$750
205 Washington Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$1,080
2523 Aspen
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$900
Spacious 2 Bedroom, All Major Utilities Included! - 3114 Grove Ave, Ames, Ia 50010
3114 Grove 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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$725
1006 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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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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$650
209 N Hyland Ave
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$1,400
110 Oneil Dr
Ames, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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$925
3132 Briarhaven Rd
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$765
141 Campus Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$975
1236 Michigan Ave
Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2024
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$1,485
5300 Mortensen Rd
Ames, IA
3 BR | Available Now
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$875
Spacious Apartments Minutes From Everything
219 Crystal St Ames, IA
2 BR | Available Now
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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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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ames?

Ames Apartments
Bed Type Average Rent Range
Studio $760 $670 - $930
1BR $840 $650 - $1,030
2BR $1,010 $720 - $1,390
3BR $1,110 $630 - $2,260
4+BR $1,550 $410 - $2,730
Frequently Asked Questions

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

Rentable.co has over 4,980 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 $760 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 $840 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 $1,010 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 $1,010 per month, which is lower than the national average of $1,630 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:
June Rent Report

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

Ames rent prices decreased over the last month. From May to June, the city experienced a -2.42% decrease for the price of a one-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Ames one-bedroom apartments currently stands at $806.0.

When we take a look at the two-bedroom comparison from May to June, Ames experienced a -1.8% decrease for the price of a two-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Ames two-bedroom apartments currently stands at $1,039.0.

June Prices: Ames vs. Surrounding Areas

Ames, IA
Boone, IA
$826
$675
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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.

June 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
$4,132
$3,030
$2,390
$2,331
$1,905
$1,353
$1,259
$1,203
$826
$0
$1,350
$2,700
$4,050
$5,400
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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 June 1 BR M/M % Change 2 BR June 2 BR M/M % Change
Ames, IA $826.0 -2.25% $1,058.0 -1.49%
Boone, IA $675.0 5.14% $833.0 2.08%

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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