
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel-Air Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $500 (10 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Bel-Air area of Ames.


Somerset Apartments

2706 Kent Ave

Northern Lights Apartments

Melrose Park Apartments
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Grandview Square Apartments

Prairie West

2713 Luther Dr

2707 Luther Dr

Ferndale Furman Apartments
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Bel-Air, Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bel-Air?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bel-Air Studio Apartments | $810 | $800 | $820 |
| Bel-Air 1 Bedroom Apartments | $846 | $685 | $1,025 |
| Bel-Air 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $700 | $1,475 |
| Bel-Air 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $1,170 | $1,675 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Bel-Air Neighborhood of Ames, IA.
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Cheapest Available Bel-Air Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bel-Air area of Ames, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Grandview Square Apartments priced from $685. Aspen Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $845. Here are the most affordable Bel-Air apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandview Square Apartments | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| Aspen Village | 2724 Stange ( 1 bdrm) | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Somerset Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel-Air, IA
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel-Air area is the $1.14 price per square foot 3427 Polaris ( 3 bedroom ) Model at Northern Lights Apartments in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,170. The second greatest value Bel-Air apartment is the 2bed 1bth Model at Grandview Square Apartments starting at $765 with a $0.77 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bel-Air apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Lights Apartments | 3427 Polaris ( 3 bedroom ) | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Grandview Square Apartments | 2bed 1bth | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Prairie West | December- 2 Bedroom (Renovated) Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.48 |
| Somerset Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 2706 Kent Ave | 2706 Kent Ave ( 2 bedroom ) | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| 117 5th St, Unit 201 | 117 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Aspen Village | 2511 Aspen ( 1 Bedroom ) | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bel-Air Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bel-Air Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bel-Air Apartment is $685 at Grandview Square Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bel-Air Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bel-Air is starting from $765 at Grandview Square Apartments.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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