4 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA (63 Rentals)

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property at 330 N Franklin Ave

$600 - $1,800

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$600 - $1,800

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$600 - $1,800

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property at 2708 Harrison Rd

$3,250

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4 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Home for Rent

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2708 Harrison Rd

AmesIA50010

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2717 West St
4 Bedroom Apartments

2717 West St

2717 West StAmes, IA 50014
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West Towne Flats
4, 5 Bedroom Apartments

West Towne Flats

4710 Mortensen RdAmes, IA 50014
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229 Washington
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229 Washington

229 Washington AveAmes, IA 50010
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4719 Toronto St
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4719 Toronto St

4719 Toronto StAmes, IA 50014
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428 S 4th St
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428 S 4th St

428 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010

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444 Welch
4, 5 Bedroom Apartments

444 Welch

444 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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307 Lynn Ave
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307 Lynn Ave

307 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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Triangle Apartments
4, 5 Bedroom Apartments

Triangle Apartments

125 N Hyland AveAmes, IA 50014
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West Street Lofts
4 Bedroom Apartments

West Street Lofts

2811 West StAmes, IA 50014
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Clocktower Place
4, 5 Bedroom Apartments

Clocktower Place

2410 Chamberlain StAmes, IA 50014
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4536 Twain Circle
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4536 Twain Circle

4536 Twain CirAmes, IA 50014
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Bramble Oak Apartments
4 Bedroom Apartments

Bramble Oak Apartments

3714 Tripp StAmes, IA 50014
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Ames 4 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 23, 2026

There are currently 177 available 4 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Ames, IA that range in price from $439 to $2,450. West Ames, South Ames and North Ames are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 4 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Ames with the most available 4 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
West Ames27$699$439
South Ames26$591$439
North Ames20$699$469
Fountainview19$722$439
West Campus Village18$747$469
Dauntless15$546$439
Downtown Ames11$687$499
Somerset9$750$524
Campustown7$747$524
Eagle Ridge7$1,000$745

Largest Available Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 4 Bedroom apartment unit in Ames, IA is found at Copper Beech in the South Ames neighborhood and is 2,000 square feet priced from $499. Walnut Ridge in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood has the second largest 4 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,933 square feet and currently listed start at $2,000. Here is today’s list of the largest available 4 Bedroom units in Ames:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Copper Beech4BR/4.5BA Upgraded2,000 Sq Ft$499
Walnut Ridge3515 Lincoln Way ( 4 bdrm )1,933 Sq Ft$2,000
The Phoenix4x3 Large1,708 Sq Ft$1,950
Campustown200 Stanton Ave - 4 Bed - 2 Bath - B - UF1,563 Sq Ft$524
2700 Lincoln4 BEDROOM/4 BATHROOM1,390 Sq Ft$750
The Landing AmesD1 - 4x21,356 Sq Ft$510
The Social West Ames®Langley B Renovated - Station0 Sq Ft$469

Cheapest Available Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 23, 2026 the lowest priced 4 Bedroom apartment unit in Ames, IA is the Langley B Renovated - Station Model starting from $469 at The Social West Ames® in the Fountainview neighborhood. The second most affordable Ames 4 Bedroom is the 4BR/4.5BA Model at Copper Beech starting at $499 in the South Ames neighborhood. The average price for all 4 Bedroom apartments in Ames is currently $926. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 4 Bedroom options in Ames:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Social West Ames®Langley B Renovated - Station$469
Copper Beech4BR/4.5BA$499
Campustown200 Stanton Ave - 4 Bed - 2 Bath - B - UF$524
Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.528 Welch Ave.$1,000
Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way4 bedroom$1,000
4524 Twain Circle4/2$1,400
Tripp Street Apartments4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom$1,400
West Ridge ApartmentsFour Bedroom$1,500
The Ridge Apartments4 Bedroom/4 Bathroom$1,700

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ames

How much are Studio apartments in Ames?

There are currently 41 Studio Apartments in Ames with rent ranges from $675 to $999 with an average price of $784.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Ames Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Ames ranges from $529 to $1,460 with an average monthly rent of $874.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Ames cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Ames range from $539 to $2,534. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,030.

How expensive are Ames Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 91 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Ames on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $450 to $2,370 - averaging $972 for the location.

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