Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA (13 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown Ames area of Ames with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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Gateway Hills
Rent Specials
$770 - $1,320Special Offer
Specials FALL INTO SAVINGS - 1 MONTH FREE on All Homes *AFTER first month rent is paid
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Gateway Hills

1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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The Grove
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$549 - $699Special Offer
Specials Sign for a 3x3 Upgraded Unit and score a $1,000 Gift Card!*
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The Grove

1407 S Grand AveAmes, IA 50010
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Copper Beech
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$499 - $1,280Special Offer
Specials Sign within 48 hours to receive a $1,000 GIFT CARD + SAVE $310 in fees!* Flexible lease terms now available for 2026/2027 - Save up
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Copper Beech

1717 S Grand AveAmes, IA 50010
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South Meadow
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$799 - $1,395Special Offer
Specials FALL INTO SAVINGS! 1 month free on all homes *AFTER first month rent is paid
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South Meadow

321 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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The Stritz
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$675 - $800Special Offer
Specials Call or visit our web site to get on our wait list. These units will go fast! We will begin unit showings October 15th.
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The Stritz

412 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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Triangle Apartments
Rent Specials
$500 - $645Special Offer
Specials Our waitlist for 27/28 lease year is now open, call or email today! Showings & leasing will start October 15th.
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Triangle Apartments

125 N Hyland AveAmes, IA 50014
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444 Welch
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$525 - $720Special Offer
Specials Call or go to our website now to put your name on our wait list. These units lease quickly and we will schedule showings beginning
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444 Welch

444 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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Campus Flats
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$500 - $805Special Offer
Specials For all August units, whole units and 'rent by room' options will receive a 1/2 month free off of August 2026 rent! $200/person Sec
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Campus Flats

122 Hayward AveAmes, IA 50014
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Somerset Apartments
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$800 - $1,290Special Offer
Specials $500 Signing Bonus on 2 Bedroom Units & $200 Signing Bonus on 1 Bedroom Units - valid for leases starting August 1st, 2026.
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Somerset Apartments

2430 Aspen RdAmes, IA 50010
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Prairie West
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$1,265 - $1,645Special Offer
1 Month Free Tour your new home, lease within 48 hours, and move in by September 30, 2026, to receive ONE MONTH FREE!   Don't wait—schedule
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Prairie West

2330 Prairie View West DrAmes, IA 50010
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Top Ames Apartments in the Downtown Ames Area with Move-In Specials Ending This Month

Specials updated: 09-13-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending this month for top Downtown Ames, IA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Prairie West

Tour your new home, lease within 48 hours, and move in by September 30, 2026, to receive ONE MONTH FREE!   Don't wait—schedule your tour today and take advantage of this limited-time offer!Expires September 13, 2026

Copper Beech

Sign within 48 hours to receive a $1,000 GIFT CARD + SAVE $310 in fees!* Flexible lease terms now available for 2026/2027 - Save up to $1,200/year with reduced RATES!* ; *Restrictions apply, call our office for detailsExpires September 13, 2026

The Grove

Sign for a 3x3 Upgraded Unit and score a $1,000 Gift Card!*Expires September 13, 2026

South Meadow

FALL INTO SAVINGS! 1 month free on all homes *AFTER first month rent is paidExpires September 13, 2026

Gateway Hills

FALL INTO SAVINGS - 1 MONTH FREE on All Homes *AFTER first month rent is paidExpires September 13, 2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown Ames, IA

Specials updated: 09-13-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown Ames, IA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

The Stritz

Call or visit our web site to get on our wait list. These units will go fast! We will begin unit showings October 15th.

Prairie West

Tour your new home, lease within 48 hours, and move in by September 30, 2026, to receive ONE MONTH FREE!   Don't wait—schedule your tour today and take advantage of this limited-time offer!

Gateway Hills

FALL INTO SAVINGS - 1 MONTH FREE on All Homes *AFTER first month rent is paid

444 Welch

Call or go to our website now to put your name on our wait list. These units lease quickly and we will schedule showings beginning October 15th.

Triangle Apartments

Our waitlist for 27/28 lease year is now open, call or email today! Showings & leasing will start October 15th.

Copper Beech

Sign within 48 hours to receive a $1,000 GIFT CARD + SAVE $310 in fees!* Flexible lease terms now available for 2026/2027 - Save up to $1,200/year with reduced RATES!* ; *Restrictions apply, call our office for details

The Grove

Sign for a 3x3 Upgraded Unit and score a $1,000 Gift Card!*

South Meadow

FALL INTO SAVINGS! 1 month free on all homes *AFTER first month rent is paid

Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown Ames Apartments

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown Ames Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown Ames is $880.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown Ames Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Ames is a 2,000 square feet unit starting from $499 at Copper Beech.

What is the average size for Downtown Ames Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown Ames is currently at 700 sq ft.

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