
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Campustown Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $675 (22 Rentals)


1108 S. 4th Street

3309 West St

203 Campus

930 6th St

Laverne Apartments

Gateway
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Hyland Apartments

3404 Coy St

1006 Lincoln Way

3319 Story St.

320 S Franklin Ave

141 Campus

121 Howard
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230 Campus Ave

Oakwood

218 Hyland

Furman Hyland Apartments

307 S Maple Ave

246 Hyland

312 Hayward Ave
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435 Hawthorne Ave
Campustown, Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Campustown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campustown Studio Apartments | $1,100 | $799 | $1,500 |
| Campustown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $996 | $650 | $1,600 |
Campustown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $675 | $2,142 |
| Campustown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $750 | $1,800 |
| Campustown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,202 | $655 | $2,800 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCampustown, Ames, IA
Ranked #15
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Campustown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Campustown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Campustown is under $1,350.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Campustown?
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 20 regular apartments in Campustown 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 Campustown?
Cheap apartments in Campustown have an average cost of $650 which is $550 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Campustown.
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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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