4 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA (30 Rentals)

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307 Lynn Ave
4 Bedroom Apartments

307 Lynn Ave

307 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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4536 Twain Circle
4 Bedroom Apartments

4536 Twain Circle

4536 Twain CirAmes, 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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Walnut Place
4 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Place

232 S Walnut AveAmes, IA 50010
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The Oaks
4 Bedroom Apartments

The Oaks

216-224 S Kellogg AveAmes, IA 50010
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229 Washington
4 Bedroom Apartments

229 Washington

229 Washington AveAmes, IA 50010

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Ames 4 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 08, 2025

There are currently 77 available 4 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Ames, IA that range in price from $375 to $2,280. South Ames, West Ames and Fountainview 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
South Ames17$589$375
West Ames17$594$375
Fountainview15$549$375
Dauntless14$489$404
Downtown Ames3$762$375
North Ames3$699$375
Campustown2$895$375
East Ames2$728$445
Gateway Hills2$780$375
West Campus Village2$740$375

Largest Available Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 4 Bedroom apartment unit in Ames, IA is found at Copper Beech at Ames in the South Ames neighborhood and is 2,012 square feet priced from $670. Townhomes at Creekside in the Fountainview neighborhood has the second largest 4 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,462 square feet and currently listed start at $895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 4 Bedroom units in Ames:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Copper Beech at Ames4BR/4.5BA2,012 Sq Ft$670
Townhomes at Creekside4 Bedroom1,462 Sq Ft$895
The Madison4x4 Furnished1,328 Sq Ft$479
Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.528 Welch Ave.1,200 Sq Ft$1,600

Cheapest Available Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Townhomes at Creekside4 Bedroom$895
Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.528 Welch Ave.$1,600

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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, IA
Population: 67,154

Ranked #547

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Ames, IA

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Ames

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 $675 to $1,470 with an average monthly rent of $893.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Ames cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Ames range from $599 to $1,830. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,082.

How expensive are Ames Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 73 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Ames on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $430 to $2,600 - averaging $1,032 for the location.

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