Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bel-Air Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $500 (24 Rentals)

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520 5th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

520 5th St

520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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Furman Regency Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Furman Regency Court

3020 Regency CtAmes, IA 50010
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1005 28th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1005 28th St

1005 28th StAmes, IA 50010
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2713 Luther Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2713 Luther Dr

2713 Luther DrAmes, IA 50010

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2707 Luther Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

2707 Luther Dr

2707 Luther DrAmes, IA 50010
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514-520 Carroll Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

514-520 Carroll Ave

514-520 Carroll AveAmes, IA 50010
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2721 Luther Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2721 Luther Dr

2721 Luther DrAmes, IA 50010
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Keystone Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Keystone Apartments

3115 Roy Key AveAmes, IA 50010
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Bel-Air, Ames, IA Local Guide

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 Melrose Park Apartments priced from $785. Somerset Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Bel-Air apartments for rent in Ames, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Melrose Park Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$785
Somerset ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$800
Aspen Village2724 Stange (2 bdrm)2BR,2BA$1,080
Prairie West2 Bedroom (Renovated)2BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bel-Air, IA

As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bel-Air area is the $1.48 price per square foot 2 Bedroom (Renovated) Townhome Model at Prairie West in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,405. The second greatest value Bel-Air apartment is the 2724 Stange (2 bdrm) Model at Aspen Village starting at $1,080 with a $1.22 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Prairie West2 Bedroom (Renovated) Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.48
Aspen Village2724 Stange (2 bdrm)2BR,2BA$1.22
Melrose Park Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$1.44
Somerset ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio ,1BA$1.65

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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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Bel-Air, Ames, IA

Ranked #13

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bel-Air 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 $795 at Melrose Park Apartments.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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