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1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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420 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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924 Kellogg AveAmes, IA 50010
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1108 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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610 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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3022 Wessex DrAmes, IA 50014
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930 6th StAmes, IA 50010
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919 S 16th StAmes, IA 50010
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2603 Knapp StAmes, IA 50014
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200 W Crystal StAmes, IA 50010
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103 Stanton AveAmes, IA 50014
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528-530 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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126 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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609 6th St
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520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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312 Hayward AveAmes, IA 50014
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307 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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620-640 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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304 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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514-520 Carroll AveAmes, IA 50010
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1006 Lincoln Way
1006 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50010
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428 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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205 Washington AveAmes, IA 50010
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2101 Oakwood RdAmes, IA 50014
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422 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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221 S Oak AveAmes, IA 50010
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421 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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204 Jewel DrAmes, IA 50010
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301 Main
301 Main StAmes, IA 50010
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645 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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201 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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229 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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209-227 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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211 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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321 Stanton AveAmes, IA 50014
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325 Welch Ave
325 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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2041 Cottonwood Rd
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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 | $879 | $799 | $955 |
| East Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $988 | $805 | $1,320 |
| East Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,098 | $615 | $1,915 |
| East Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $866 | $465 | $1,560 |
| East Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $946 | $445 | $1,900 |
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Cheapest Available East Ames Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Ames area of Ames, IA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Grove priced from $610. Copper Beech has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $660. Here are the most affordable East Ames apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove | 3BR/3BA Upgraded | 3BR,3BA | $610 |
| Copper Beech | 3BR/3BA | 3BR,3BA | $660 |
| 640 S. 4th St. | 640 S. 4th St. - Unit... | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Crystal Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 301 Main | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Timbercreek Apartments | 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| 1108 S. 4th Street | 3 Bed/ 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $980 |
| South View Apartments | Landmark | Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Village Park | 2135 Cottonwood (2 bedroom) | 2BR,2BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Ames, IA
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Ames area is the $0.50 price per square foot 3BR/3BA Model at The Grove in the in the Grand Junction neighborhood starting from $625. The second greatest value East Ames apartment is the 3 Bed - Rent by Room Model at Campus Flats starting at $699 with a $0.62 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Ames apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Grove | 3BR/3BA | 3BR,3BA | $0.50 |
| Campus Flats | 3 Bed - Rent by Room | 3BR,3BA | $0.62 |
| Village Park | 2135 Cottonwood (2 bedroom) | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| 1108 S. 4th Street | 3 Bed/ 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| The Landing Ames | B1 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| South View Apartments | Outlook | Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 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 |
| The Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Ames Apartments
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 14 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 $605 which is $362 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Ames.
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