Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $625 (20 Rentals)

418 Ash Ave

420 S 4th St

Gateway

Cardinal South Apartments

115 E 7th St
East Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Ames?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Ames Studio Apartments | $855 | $625 | $995 |
East Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $964 | $625 | $1,375 |
| East Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,227 | $645 | $2,084 |
| East Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,112 | $485 | $1,995 |
| East Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,426 | $465 | $2,660 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Ames, Ames, IA
Ranked #4
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the East Ames Neighborhood in Ames, IA
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
71 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Ames Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Ames?
The cheapest apartment in East Ames is Oakwood which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in East Ames costs $4,340.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 38 regular apartments in East 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 East Ames?
Cheap apartments in East Ames have an average cost of $725 which is $3,615 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Ames.
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