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304 Welch Ave
304 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $400 (10 Rentals)
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203 Campus
203 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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Townhomes at Creekside
3216 Tripp StAmes, IA 50014
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808 Clark Ave, Unit 808 Clark Ave
808 Clark AveAmes, IA 50010
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1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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Somerset Apartments
2430 Aspen RdAmes, IA 50010
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Aspen Village
2508-2522 Aspen RdAmes, IA 50010
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520 5th St
520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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514-520 Carroll Ave
514-520 Carroll AveAmes, IA 50010
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205 Washington Ave
205 Washington AveAmes, IA 50010
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Downtown Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Ames?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Ames Studio Apartments | $976 | $799 | $1,500 |
| Downtown Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,004 | $650 | $1,600 |
| Downtown Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $615 | $2,000 |
| Downtown Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $963 | $465 | $2,150 |
| Downtown Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,059 | $445 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Ames Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Ames area of Ames, IA is a Studio unit found at 304 Welch Ave priced from $635. Copper Beech has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $660. Here are the most affordable Downtown Ames apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 304 Welch Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $635 |
| Copper Beech | 3BR/3BA | 3BR,3BA | $660 |
| Hyland Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Ames, IA
As of March 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Ames area is the $0.77 price per square foot 2BR/2BA Model at The Grove in the in the Grand Junction neighborhood starting from $735. The second greatest value Downtown Ames apartment is the 2 Bed/1 Bath Apartment Model at Somerset Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Ames apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| Somerset Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Landing Ames | B1 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| Hyland Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Crystal Street Apartments | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Point at Ames | Frisco B | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Campus Flats | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Timbercreek Apartments | 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Campustown | Student Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Ames Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Ames?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Ames is under $990.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Ames?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Ames is Hyland Apartments which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Downtown Ames costs $1,102.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Ames?
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 36 regular apartments in Downtown Ames 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 Downtown Ames?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Ames have an average cost of $619 which is $483 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Ames.
Expert Rental Resources
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