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304 Welch Ave
304 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Campustown Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $500 (24 Rentals)
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$675 - $8152 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Townhomes at Creekside
3216 Tripp StAmes, IA 50014
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126 Welch Ave
126 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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Gateway
1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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Hyland Apartments
123 Sheldon AveAmes, IA 50014
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Total Property Management 134 Campus
134 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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$880 - $9802 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
1108 S. 4th Street
1108 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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$895 - $1,165Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cranford Apartments
103 Stanton AveAmes, IA 50014
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
312 Hayward Ave
312 Hayward AveAmes, IA 50014
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2 Bedroom Apartments
3404 Coy St
3404 Coy StAmes, IA 50014
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
307 Lynn Ave
307 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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2929 West Street
2929-2933 West StAmes, IA 50014
3018 Woodland St
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230 Campus Ave
230 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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2 Bedroom Apartments
1006 Lincoln Way
1006 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50010
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2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
3319 Story St.
3319 Story StAmes, IA 50014
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2 Bedroom Apartments
141 Campus
141 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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Oakwood
2101 Oakwood RdAmes, IA 50014
238 Village Dr
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320 S Franklin Ave
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South Oak
221 S Oak AveAmes, IA 50010
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2644 Hunt St
2644 Hunt StAmes, IA 50014
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121 Howard
121 HowardAmes, IA 50014
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203 Campus
203 Campus AveAmes, 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 | $1,019 | $799 | $1,500 |
| Campustown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,035 | $725 | $1,600 |
| Campustown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $675 | $2,000 |
| Campustown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,151 | $750 | $2,025 |
| Campustown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $680 | $2,880 |
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There are currently 24 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 Studio unit found at 304 Welch Ave priced from $635. Hyland Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $820. Here are the most affordable Campustown apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 304 Welch Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $635 |
| Hyland Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Cranford Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| The Lofts | Efficiency Corner | Studio,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Campustown, IA
As of February 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Campustown area is the $1.55 price per square foot 4 bedroom Model at Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Campustown apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Arbor Hills starting at $1,700 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Fountainview 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. |
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| Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way | 4 bedroom | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.55 |
| Arbor Hills | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| 2405 Knapp St, Unit 2405 Knapp St | 2405 Knapp St | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Cardinal South Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Hyland Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Point at Ames | Frisco B | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave. | 528 Welch Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| Campustown | Student Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 304 Welch Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
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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 is the price of a cheap apartment in Campustown?
The cheapest apartment in Campustown is Hyland Apartments which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Campustown costs $1,195.
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 24 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 $722 which is $473 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Campustown.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
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