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Campustown | Student Apartments
200 Stanton AveAmes, IA 50014
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Apartments in Ames with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.
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$479 - $2,076Special Offer
Specials Sign today and receive a $500 E-Gift card! Offer valid for select lease terms only. Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and
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The Social West Ames®
1320 Coconino RdAmes, IA 50014
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$805 - $1,560Special Offer
1 Month Free Sign your fall 2026 lease to receive 1 month free! Plus, pay NO application fees and NO deposit! (Free month cannot be applied
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South Meadow
321 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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$799 - $1,299Special Offer
1 Month Free Sign your fall 2026 lease to receive 1 month free! Plus, pay NO application fees and NO deposit! (Free month cannot be applied
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Gateway
1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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$495 - $570Special Offer
Specials Limited time offer on remaining four bedroom apartments - just $495 per person plus a $1,000 signing bonus per unit! Perfect for ro
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Mortensen Heights
5300-5472 Mortensen RdAmes, IA 50014
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$519 - $1,887Special Offer
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The Social Reserve
800 Pinon DrAmes, IA 50014
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$999 - $1,450Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month FREE for a April Move in!
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Alpine Manor Apartments
1209 N Dakota AveAmes, IA 50014
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$660 - $1,280Special Offer
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Copper Beech
1717 S Grand AveAmes, IA 50010
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$655 - $750Special Offer
Specials For all 4 Bedroom Units, whole units and 'rent by room' options will receive a 1/2 month free off of August 2026 rent!
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Campus Flats
122 Hayward AveAmes, IA 50014
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$799 - $1,350Special Offer
1 Month Free One month free! Must move-in on her before 4/30/2026
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Hickory Ridge Apartments
4301 Lincoln SwingAmes, IA 50014
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$860 - $995Special Offer
Specials Garage parking included with rent!
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420 S 4th St
420 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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$795 - $1,245Special Offer
Specials $200 cash back on a signed 12 month lease.
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West Field Apartments
5910 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50014
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$1,350 - $1,700Special Offer
1 Month Free Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $425 per person! (Limited Time)
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Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way
3206 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50014
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$2,060Special Offer
1 Month Free Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings between $515 per person! (Limited Time)
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Total Property Management 125 Campus Ave.
125 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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$1,200 - $1,900Special Offer
1 Month Free Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $475 per person! (Limited Time)
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Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.
528-530 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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$2,300Special Offer
1 Month Free Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $575 per person! (Limited Time)
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Walnut Ridge
3505-3515 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50014
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$1,250 - $1,500Special Offer
Specials To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." Whe
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West Ridge Apartments
4625 Steinbeck StAmes, IA 50014
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$1,400Special Offer
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Tripp Street Apartments
3726 Tripp StAmes, IA 50014
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$950 - $1,325Special Offer
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Fountain View Apartments
1217 Mayfield DrAmes, IA 50014
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$895 - $1,375Special Offer
Specials Move into your new home and enjoy 2 free months of rent on select homes when you apply by April 15, 2026 and move in by May 1, 2026
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Haven Apartments
1201 Florida AveAmes, IA 50014
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$925 - $1,125Special Offer
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West Village Apartments
4611 Mortensen RdAmes, IA 50014
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$825 - $1,700Special Offer
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The Ridge Apartments
3920-4200 Maricopa DrAmes, IA 50014
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$825 - $1,040Special Offer
Specials *$200 Cash Back Incentive applies to new signed August 2025 leases only. Limited time offer.
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Delaware Woods
1121 Delaware AveAmes, IA 50014
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$1,200 - $1,675Special Offer
1 Month Free $100 off select 2-bedroom apartments or up to one month free on unit 2320-103 only.
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Prairie West
2330 Prairie View West DrAmes, IA 50010
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1412 North Dakota Ave, Unit 1412, Unit 1412
1412 North Dakota AveAmes, IA 50014
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Ames, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ames?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ames Studio Apartments with Rent Specials | $901 | $675 | $1,500 |
| Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $953 | $650 | $1,600 |
| Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,064 | $589 | $2,166 |
| Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $937 | $465 | $2,370 |
| Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $932 | $419 | $2,800 |
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Top Apartments in Ames, IA with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 04-10-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Ames, IA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Copper Beech
Now Recognized as a Top 3 Apartment Community in Ames for 2026!Expires 04-11-2026
The Social Reserve
Sign today and receive a $500 E-Gift card! Offer valid for select lease terms only. Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and restrictions.Expires 04-12-2026
The Social West Ames®
Sign today and receive a $500 E-Gift card! Offer valid for select lease terms only. Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and restrictions.Expires 04-12-2026
Prairie West
$100 off select 2-bedroom apartments or up to one month free on unit 2320-103 only.Expires 04-15-2026
Haven Apartments
Move into your new home and enjoy 2 free months of rent on select homes when you apply by April 15, 2026 and move in by May 1, 2026. Hurry, this special offer is only available for a limited time and on a limited number of homes!Expires 04-15-2026
Campus Flats
For all 4 Bedroom Units, whole units and 'rent by room' options will receive a 1/2 month free off of August 2026 rent!Expires 04-17-2026
Walnut Ridge
Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $575 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026
Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.
Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $475 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026
Total Property Management 125 Campus Ave.
Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings between $515 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026
Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way
Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $425 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Ames, IA
Specials updated: 04-10-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Ames, IA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
The Ridge Apartments
To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." When you arrive for your tour, we will take you to a designated "show unit" that is either 2 bedrooms, 3 bedrooms, or 4 bedrooms. This show unit is not the actual apartment that you will be renting, it is a "typical apartment" to give you a general idea of what our apartments are like. After the tour we will return to our office to discuss additional apartment complexes, floor plans, square footages, locations, and rent amounts that we have to offer. We will show you photos and videos as requested by you. At that point, or at a later date, if you wish to sign a lease we will list your top 3 preferences by apartment complex. In the spring we will notify you of what your actual address will be in August. WE CURRENTLY HAVE A 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT AVAILABLE FOR $925 PER MONTH.Expires 08-01-2026
West Village Apartments
To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." When you arrive for your tour, we will take you to a designated "show unit" that is either 2 bedrooms, 3 bedrooms, or 4 bedrooms. This show unit is not the actual apartment that you will be renting, it is a "typical apartment" to give you a general idea of what our apartments are like. After the tour we will return to our office to discuss additional apartment complexes, floor plans, square footages, locations, and rent amounts that we have to offer. We will show you photos and videos as requested by you. At that point, or at a later date, if you wish to sign a lease we will list your top 3 preferences by apartment complex. In the spring we will notify you of what your actual address will be in August. WE CURRENTLY HAVE A 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT AVAILABLE FOR $1075 PER MONTH.Expires 08-01-2026
Tripp Street Apartments
To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." When you arrive for your tour, we will take you to a designated "show unit" that is either 2 bedrooms, 3 bedrooms, or 4 bedrooms. This show unit is not the actual apartment that you will be renting, it is a "typical apartment" to give you a general idea of what our apartments are like. After the tour we will return to our office to discuss additional apartment complexes, floor plans, square footages, locations, and rent amounts that we have to offer. We will show you photos and videos as requested by you. At that point, or at a later date, if you wish to sign a lease we will list your top 3 preferences by apartment complex. In the spring we will notify you of what your actual address will be in August. WE CURRENTLY HAVE A FOUR BEDROOM APARTMENT AVAILABLE FOR $1400 PER MONTHExpires 08-01-2026
Fountain View Apartments
To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." When you arrive for your tour, we will take you to a designated "show unit" that is either 2 bedrooms, 3 bedrooms, or 4 bedrooms. This show unit is not the actual apartment that you will be renting, it is a "typical apartment" to give you a general idea of what our apartments are like. After the tour we will return to our office to discuss additional apartment complexes, floor plans, square footages, locations, and rent amounts that we have to offer. We will show you photos and videos as requested by you. At that point, or at a later date, if you wish to sign a lease we will list your top 3 preferences by apartment complex. In the spring we will notify you of what your actual address will be in August. WE CURRENTLY HAVE 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS AVAILABLE FOR $1150 to $1200 PER MONTH.Expires 08-01-2026
West Ridge Apartments
To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." When you arrive for your tour, we will take you to a designated "show unit" that is either 2 bedrooms, 3 bedrooms, or 4 bedrooms. This show unit is not the actual apartment that you will be renting, it is a "typical apartment" to give you a general idea of what our apartments are like. After the tour we will return to our office to discuss additional apartment complexes, floor plans, square footages, locations, and rent amounts that we have to offer. We will show you photos and videos as requested by you. At that point, or at a later date, if you wish to sign a lease we will list your top 3 preferences by apartment complex. In the spring we will notify you of what your actual address will be in August.Expires 08-01-2026
Walnut Ridge
Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $575 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026
Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.
Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $475 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026
Total Property Management 125 Campus Ave.
Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings between $515 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026
Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way
Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $425 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026
Campus Flats
For all 4 Bedroom Units, whole units and 'rent by room' options will receive a 1/2 month free off of August 2026 rent!Expires 04-17-2026
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What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Ames?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Ames is at The Social West Ames® listed at $479.
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The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Ames is $1,235.
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Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Ames is a 2,254 square feet unit starting from $2,300 at Walnut Ridge.
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The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Ames is currently at 878 sq ft.
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