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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Campustown Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $400 (11 Rentals)
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1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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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 | $1,000 | $780 | $1,300 |
| Campustown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $896 | $600 | $1,470 |
| Campustown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,124 | $599 | $1,690 |
| Campustown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $972 | $519 | $2,600 |
| Campustown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $798 | $459 | $1,960 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Campustown Neighborhood of Ames, IA.
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Cheapest Available Campustown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Campustown area of Ames, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakwood priced from $799. Townhomes at Creekside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $815. Here are the most affordable Campustown apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Townhomes at Creekside | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $815 |
| Hyland Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
| Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave. | 530 Welch Ave. | 3BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Campustown, IA
As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Campustown area is the $0.61 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at Townhomes at Creekside in the in the Fountainview neighborhood starting from $895. The second greatest value Campustown apartment is the Three Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Laverne Apartments starting at $1,265 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the South Ames neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Campustown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhomes at Creekside | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.61 |
| Laverne Apartments | Three Bedroom, Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave. | 528 Welch Ave. | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.33 |
| The Quarters Ames | A - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $1.59 |
| Arbor Hills | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Hyland Apartments | 2 Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Point at Ames | Frisco A | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| BlockOne | STUDIO - University Towers | 1BR,1BA | $2.70 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCampustown, Ames, IA
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Among neighborhoods in Ames, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Campustown Neighborhood in Ames, IA
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Campustown Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Campustown?
The cheapest apartment in Campustown is Oakwood which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Campustown costs $940.
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 21 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 $383 which is $557 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Campustown.
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