Apartments for Rent with Specials in the East Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA (10 Rentals)

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Apartments in the East 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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South Meadow
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$805 - $1,560Special Offer
1 Month Free Sign your fall 2026 lease to receive 1 month free! Plus, pay NO application fees and NO deposit! (Free month cannot be applied
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South Meadow

321 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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Gateway
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$799 - $1,299Special Offer
1 Month Free Sign your fall 2026 lease to receive 1 month free! Plus, pay NO application fees and NO deposit! (Free month cannot be applied
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Gateway

1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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Copper Beech
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$660 - $1,280Special Offer
Specials Now Recognized as a Top 3 Apartment Community in Ames for 2026!
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Copper Beech

1717 S Grand AveAmes, IA 50010
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Campus Flats
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$655 - $750Special Offer
Specials For all 4 Bedroom Units, whole units and 'rent by room' options will receive a 1/2 month free off of August 2026 rent!
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Campus Flats

122 Hayward AveAmes, IA 50014
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Crystal Street Apartments
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$925 - $1,100Special Offer
Specials CURRENT SPECIAL: April rent FREE! Move-ins for new tenants will have their first month of rent due on May 1st. Subject to approved
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Crystal Street Apartments

219 Crystal StAmes, IA 50010
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Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.
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$1,200 - $1,900Special Offer
1 Month Free Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $475 per person! (Limited Time) *Vali
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Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.

528-530 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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121 Beach Avenue
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$1,500 - $2,495Special Offer
Specials Sign a lease for one of our 3, 4, or 4+ bedroom units this April and get $500 cash back! You must have a complete and finalized lea
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121 Beach Avenue

121 Beach AveAmes, IA 50014
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210 Gray - Sunset View
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$1,325 - $2,495Special Offer
Specials Sign a lease for one of our 3, 4, or 4+ bedroom units this April and get $500 cash back! You must have a complete and finalized lea
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210 Gray - Sunset View

210 Gray AveAmes, IA 50014
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Top Ames Apartments in the East Ames Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 04-12-2026

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

Copper Beech

Now Recognized as a Top 3 Apartment Community in Ames for 2026!Expires 04-12-2026

Campus Flats

For all 4 Bedroom Units, whole units and 'rent by room' options will receive a 1/2 month free off of August 2026 rent!Expires 04-17-2026

210 Gray - Sunset View

Sign a lease for one of our 3, 4, or 4+ bedroom units this April and get $500 cash back! You must have a complete and finalized lease for this offer to be valid. Why wait? Schedule a tour today!Expires 04-30-2026

121 Beach Avenue

Sign a lease for one of our 3, 4, or 4+ bedroom units this April and get $500 cash back! You must have a complete and finalized lease for this offer to be valid. Why wait? Schedule a tour today!Expires 04-30-2026

Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.

Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $475 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026

Crystal Street Apartments

CURRENT SPECIAL: April rent FREE! Move-ins for new tenants will have their first month of rent due on May 1st. Subject to approved applications and leases. Deposit still required.Expires 04-30-2026

Gateway

Sign your fall 2026 lease to receive 1 month free! Plus, pay NO application fees and NO deposit! (Free month cannot be applied in August)Expires 05-29-2026

South Meadow

Sign your fall 2026 lease to receive 1 month free! Plus, pay NO application fees and NO deposit! (Free month cannot be applied in August)Expires 05-29-2026

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

Specials updated: 04-12-2026

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

Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave.

Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $475 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026

Campus Flats

For all 4 Bedroom Units, whole units and 'rent by room' options will receive a 1/2 month free off of August 2026 rent!Expires 04-17-2026

South Meadow

Sign your fall 2026 lease to receive 1 month free! Plus, pay NO application fees and NO deposit! (Free month cannot be applied in August)Expires 05-29-2026

Gateway

Sign your fall 2026 lease to receive 1 month free! Plus, pay NO application fees and NO deposit! (Free month cannot be applied in August)Expires 05-29-2026

Crystal Street Apartments

CURRENT SPECIAL: April rent FREE! Move-ins for new tenants will have their first month of rent due on May 1st. Subject to approved applications and leases. Deposit still required.Expires 04-30-2026

210 Gray - Sunset View

Sign a lease for one of our 3, 4, or 4+ bedroom units this April and get $500 cash back! You must have a complete and finalized lease for this offer to be valid. Why wait? Schedule a tour today!Expires 04-30-2026

121 Beach Avenue

Sign a lease for one of our 3, 4, or 4+ bedroom units this April and get $500 cash back! You must have a complete and finalized lease for this offer to be valid. Why wait? Schedule a tour today!Expires 04-30-2026

Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials East Ames Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in East Ames?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in East Ames is at Campustown | Student Apartments listed at $544.

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

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in East Ames is $1,161.

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

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in East Ames is a 2,000 square feet unit starting from $1,500 at 121 Beach Avenue.

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

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in East Ames is currently at 717 sq ft.

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