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200 Stanton AveAmes, IA 50014
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126 Welch Ave, Unit 312
126 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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304 Welch Ave
304 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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Gateway
1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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Oakwood
2101 Oakwood RdAmes, IA 50014
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South Meadow
321 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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420 S 4th St
420 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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Timbercreek Apartments
610 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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Crystal Street Apartments
219 Crystal StAmes, IA 50010
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3022 Wessex DrAmes, IA 50014
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1108 S. 4th Street
1108 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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Brick Towne Ames
200 W Crystal StAmes, IA 50010
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325 Welch Ave
325 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.
528-530 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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520 5th St
520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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312 Hayward Ave
312 Hayward AveAmes, IA 50014
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307 Lynn Ave
307 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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640 S. 4th St.
620-640 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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Riverbirch
201 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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South Oak
221 S Oak AveAmes, IA 50010
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514-520 Carroll Ave
514-520 Carroll AveAmes, IA 50010
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1006 Lincoln Way
1006 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50010
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Stone Court Apartments
428 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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205 Washington Ave
205 Washington AveAmes, IA 50010
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Oak Brooke
422 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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Stonehaven Apartments
421 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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Jewel Drive Apartments
204 Jewel DrAmes, IA 50010
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215 Jewel Dr
215 Jewel DrAmes, IA 50010
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301 Main
301 Main StAmes, IA 50010
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Tall Timber Apartments
644 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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428 S 4th St
428 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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Willow Run
645 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
721 Burnett Ave
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Laverne Apartments
919 S 16th StAmes, IA 50010
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Maple Glen
229 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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Cardinal Terrace
211 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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South View Apartments
209-227 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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Cranford Apartments
103 Stanton AveAmes, IA 50014
102 S Maple Ave
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Campus Properties Welch Ave
425 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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321 Stanton
321 Stanton AveAmes, IA 50014
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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 | $889 | $770 | $965 |
| East Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $919 | $550 | $1,460 |
| East Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,011 | $615 | $2,701 |
| East Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $916 | $465 | $2,300 |
| East Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $776 | $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 Campustown priced from $489. Copper Beech has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $595. Here are the most affordable East Ames apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Campustown | 200 Stanton Ave - 3 Bed - 1 Bath - C - UF | 3BR,1BA | $489 |
| Copper Beech | 4BR/4.5BA | 4BR,4BA | $595 |
| The Grove | 3BR/3BA Upgraded | 3BR,3BA | $599 |
| 304 Welch Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $635 |
| Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| South Meadow | 1 BR 1 BA - Timber - Suite - L | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| 301 Main | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Crystal Street Apartments | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $925 |
| 640 S. 4th St. | 640 S. 4th St. - Unit... | 2BR,1BA | $940 |
| South View | Compass | 2BR,1BA | $1,060 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Ames, IA
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Ames area is the $1.22 price per square foot 3 Bedroom TH Model at Brick Towne Ames in the in the South Ames neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value East Ames apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Oakwood starting at $1,350 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Gateway Hills 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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| Brick Towne Ames | 3 Bedroom TH | 3BR,3BA | $1.22 |
| Oakwood | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Campustown | 200 Stanton Ave - 3 Bed - 1 Bath - A - UF | 3BR,1BA | $0.45 |
| The Grove | 3BR/3BA Upgraded | 3BR,3BA | $0.48 |
| Campus Flats | 3 Bed - Rent by Room | 3BR,3BA | $0.53 |
| The Landing Ames | B1 - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.68 |
| Crystal Street Apartments | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| South View Apartments | Compass | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| South Oak | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| The Lofts | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
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 $775, while the average apartment in East Ames costs $920.
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 29 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 $521 which is $399 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Ames.
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