Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA from $300 with Washer/Dryer (33 Rentals)

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property at 333 Rockwell Ave

$585

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$585
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5 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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333 Rockwell Ave

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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property at 4503 Twain Cir

$1,000

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$1,000
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$1,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

4503 Twain Cir, Unit 204

4503 Twain Cir
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640 S. 4th St.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

640 S. 4th St.

620-640 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Oakview Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Oakview Apartments

1429 Walton DrAmes, IA 50014
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Pointe West II
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Pointe West II

826 Dickinson AveAmes, IA 50014
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Cardinal Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cardinal Terrace

211 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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Campus West
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Campus West

312-320 Hillcrest AveAmes, IA 50014
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Windsor Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Pointe

3815 Tripp StAmes, IA 50014
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Pointe West I
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Pointe West I

823-825 Dickinson AveAmes, IA 50014
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ames Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ames?

The cheapest apartment in Ames is College Creek Apartments which is listed at $755, while the average apartment in Ames costs $1,091.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ames?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 392 regular apartments in Ames that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Ames?

Cheap apartments in Ames have an average cost of $556 which is $535 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ames.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.