3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA (84 Rentals)

BrickTowne Ames Townhomes

Alpine Manor Apartments

Gateway

South Meadow

Hyland Apartments

Hickory Ridge Apartments

Copper Beech at Ames

Crystal Street Apartments

Total Property Management 134 Campus

Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way

Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.

Northern Lights Apartments

West Ridge Apartments

Laverne Apartments

Prairie West

1511 N Dakota Ave

804 Delaware Ave
Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ames?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ames Studio Apartments | $857 | $670 | $1,500 |
Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $935 | $635 | $1,595 |
Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,125 | $609 | $2,850 |
Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,053 | $465 | $2,600 |
Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $814 | $409 | $2,280 |
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Ames 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: September 19, 2025There are currently 285 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Ames, IA that range in price from $465 to $2,600. West Ames, South Ames and West Campus Village are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Ames with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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West Ames | 50 | $999 | $519 |
South Ames | 43 | $910 | $465 |
West Campus Village | 39 | $1,025 | $519 |
North Ames | 28 | $815 | $519 |
Fountainview | 27 | $755 | $519 |
Dauntless | 25 | $579 | $519 |
Somerset | 18 | $1,197 | $755 |
Eagle Ridge | 17 | $1,172 | $755 |
Downtown Ames | 15 | $1,025 | $465 |
East Ames | 11 | $802 | $465 |
Largest Available Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Ames, IA is found at BrickTowne Ames Townhomes in the South Ames neighborhood and is 1,804 square feet priced from $2,500. Delaware Townhomes in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,520 square feet and currently listed start at $2,370. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Ames:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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BrickTowne Ames Townhomes | 3 Beds, 3 baths | 1,804 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
Delaware Townhomes | 802 | 1,520 Sq Ft | $2,370 |
The Quarters Ames | C - 3x3 | 1,500 Sq Ft | $625 |
Townhomes at Creekside | 3 Bedroom | 1,462 Sq Ft | $815 |
The Grove at Ames | 3BR/3BA - Deluxe | 1,390 Sq Ft | $645 |
802 Dickinson Ave | 3 Beds / 2 Baths | 1,300 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
Oakwood | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 1,300 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
The Social West Ames® | Reagen - Station | 0 Sq Ft | $589 |
Cheapest Available Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 19, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Ames, IA is the 3 Bedroom Model starting from $815 at Townhomes at Creekside in the Fountainview neighborhood. The second most affordable Ames 3 Bedroom is the 3 bedroom 2 Bath Model at Alpine Manor Apartments starting at $999 in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Ames is currently $1,053. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Ames:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Townhomes at Creekside | 3 Bedroom | $815 |
Alpine Manor Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 Bath | $999 |
Laverne Apartments | Three Bedroom, Two Bath | $1,025 |
Crystal Street Apartments | 3BR/2.0BA | $1,075 |
Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave. | 530 Welch Ave. | $1,125 |
802 Dickinson Ave | 3 Beds / 2 Baths | $1,200 |
Hickory Ridge Apartments | 3 bed, 2 bath | $1,300 |
Windsor Pointe | The Oak 60% | $1,350 |
246 N Hyland Ave | 3 bed/ 2 bath | $1,350 |
Prairie West | Available 3 Bedroom Townhome (Renovated) | $1,595 |
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Ames Overview
Recently listed by CNNMoney as one of their 'best places to live', Ames is an inviting slice of American heritage that's ideal for both working class families and ambitious Twenty-somethings alike. Home to a number of places of higher learning as well as an assortment of other industry, this Iowa hotspot is a must-consider for anyone in the market for a great new spot to call home.
Why live in Ames, IA?
From the area university...which has produced Pulitzer Prize winners, astronauts and more...to the wide array of historic structures and stately homes lining the downtown area, Ames apartments make a fantastic place to live, work and play. Offering easy access to the nightlife and job market of nearby Des Moines, Ames maintains an intrinsic charm all its own.
Ames, IAPopulation: 67,154
Ranked #547
in US Census Population by City
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Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
71 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Ames Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Ames with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Ames is at Townhomes at Creekside listed at $815.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Ames Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Ames is $1,053.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Ames Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ames is a 1,804 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at BrickTowne Ames Townhomes.
What is the average size for Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Ames is currently 1,300 sq ft.
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