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304 Welch Ave
304 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $400 (38 Rentals)
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420 S 4th St
420 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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1108 S. 4th Street
1108 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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Cranford Apartments
103 Stanton AveAmes, IA 50014
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525 Welch Ave
525 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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Crystal Street Apartments
219 Crystal StAmes, IA 50010
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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 | $883 | $635 | $995 |
| East Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $993 | $790 | $1,375 |
| East Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $665 | $1,922 |
| East Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,026 | $465 | $2,025 |
| East Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,440 | $445 | $2,825 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA.
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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 Copper Beech priced from $600. 301 Main has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $880. Here are the most affordable East Ames apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Beech | 3BR/3BA | 3BR,3BA | $600 |
| 301 Main | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Timbercreek Apartments | 2 Bedrooms / 1.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,1BA | $890 |
| 640 S. 4th St. | 640 S. 4th St. - Unit... | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Crystal Street Apartments | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $925 |
| Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| Village Park | 2121 Cottonwood (1 bedroom) | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| South View Apartments | Landmark | Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave. | 530 Welch Ave. | 3BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Ames, IA
As of December 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Ames area is the $0.63 price per square foot B - 2x2 Model at The Quarters Ames in the in the South Ames neighborhood starting from $750. The second greatest value East Ames apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom - 1,027 sq ft Model at Wessex Apartments starting at $1,333 with a $1.30 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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| The Quarters Ames | B - 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.63 |
| Wessex Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom - 1,027 sq ft | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| 1405 Maxwell Ave, Unit 1405 | 1405 Maxwell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| The Grove | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| Crystal Street Apartments | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 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 | $1.15 |
| 640 S. 4th St. | 640 S. 4th St. - Unit... | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Campustown | Student Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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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 301 Main which is listed at $880, while the average apartment in East Ames costs $3,330.
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 35 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 $706 which is $2,624 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Ames.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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