Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Fountainview Neighborhood of Ames, IA (14 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Fountainview 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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The Social West Ames®
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$479 - $2,076Special Offer
Specials Sign & Save! Get a $500 e-gift card when you make The Social West Ames your new home! Offer valid for a limited time on select leas
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The Social West Ames®

1320 Coconino RdAmes, IA 50014
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Mortensen Heights
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$495 - $570Special Offer
Specials Limited time offer on remaining four bedroom apartments - just $495 per person plus a $1,000 signing bonus per unit! Perfect for ro
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Mortensen Heights

5300-5472 Mortensen RdAmes, IA 50014
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The Social Reserve
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$519 - $1,887Special Offer
Specials Sign & Save! Get a $500 e-gift card when you make The Social West Ames your new home! Offer valid for a limited time on select leas
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The Social Reserve

800 Pinon DrAmes, IA 50014
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CORE Apartments
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$1,175 - $1,799Special Offer
Specials Sign for fall 2026 for waived application fees and pay NO deposit!
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CORE Apartments

4415 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50014
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West Towne
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$840 - $1,600Special Offer
Specials Sign for an immediate move-in to receive waived application fees & receive a $250 gift card per bedroom!
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West Towne

4720 Mortensen RdAmes, IA 50014
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Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way
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$1,350 - $1,700Special Offer
1 Month Free Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $425 per person! (Limited Time) *Vali
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Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way

3206 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50014
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Total Property Management 125 Campus Ave.
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$2,060Special Offer
1 Month Free Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings between $515 per person! (Limited Time)
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Total Property Management 125 Campus Ave.

125 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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Walnut Ridge
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$2,300Special Offer
1 Month Free Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $575 per person! (Limited Time) *Vali
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Walnut Ridge

3505-3515 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50014
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West Ridge Apartments
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$1,250 - $1,500Special Offer
Specials To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." Whe
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West Ridge Apartments

4625 Steinbeck StAmes, IA 50014
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Tripp Street Apartments
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$1,400Special Offer
Specials To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." Whe
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Tripp Street Apartments

3726 Tripp StAmes, IA 50014
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Fountain View Apartments
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$950 - $1,325Special Offer
Specials To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." Whe
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Fountain View Apartments

1217 Mayfield DrAmes, IA 50014
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West Village Apartments
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$925 - $1,125Special Offer
Specials To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." Whe
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West Village Apartments

4611 Mortensen RdAmes, IA 50014
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The Ridge Apartments
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$825 - $1,700Special Offer
Specials To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." Whe
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The Ridge Apartments

3920-4200 Maricopa DrAmes, IA 50014
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Top Ames Apartments in the Fountainview Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 04-15-2026

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

West Towne

Sign for an immediate move-in to receive waived application fees & receive a $250 gift card per bedroom!Expires 04-30-2026

CORE Apartments

Sign for fall 2026 for waived application fees and pay NO deposit!Expires 04-30-2026

Walnut Ridge

Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $575 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026

Total Property Management 125 Campus Ave.

Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings between $515 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026

Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way

Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $425 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026

The Social West Ames®

Sign & Save! Get a $500 e-gift card when you make The Social West Ames your new home! Offer valid for a limited time on select lease terms only. Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and restrictions.Expires 05-31-2026

The Social Reserve

Sign & Save! Get a $500 e-gift card when you make The Social West Ames your new home! Offer valid for a limited time on select lease terms only. Please see a Leasing Consultant for details and restrictions.Expires 05-31-2026

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

Specials updated: 04-15-2026

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

The Ridge Apartments

To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." When you arrive for your tour, we will take you to a designated "show unit" that is either 2 bedrooms, 3 bedrooms, or 4 bedrooms. This show unit is not the actual apartment that you will be renting, it is a "typical apartment" to give you a general idea of what our apartments are like. After the tour we will return to our office to discuss additional apartment complexes, floor plans, square footages, locations, and rent amounts that we have to offer. We will show you photos and videos as requested by you. At that point, or at a later date, if you wish to sign a lease we will list your top 3 preferences by apartment complex. In the spring we will notify you of what your actual address will be in August. WE CURRENTLY HAVE A 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT AVAILABLE FOR $925 PER MONTH.Expires 08-01-2026

West Village Apartments

To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." When you arrive for your tour, we will take you to a designated "show unit" that is either 2 bedrooms, 3 bedrooms, or 4 bedrooms. This show unit is not the actual apartment that you will be renting, it is a "typical apartment" to give you a general idea of what our apartments are like. After the tour we will return to our office to discuss additional apartment complexes, floor plans, square footages, locations, and rent amounts that we have to offer. We will show you photos and videos as requested by you. At that point, or at a later date, if you wish to sign a lease we will list your top 3 preferences by apartment complex. In the spring we will notify you of what your actual address will be in August. WE CURRENTLY HAVE A 2 BEDROOM APARTMENT AVAILABLE FOR $1075 PER MONTH.Expires 08-01-2026

Tripp Street Apartments

To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." When you arrive for your tour, we will take you to a designated "show unit" that is either 2 bedrooms, 3 bedrooms, or 4 bedrooms. This show unit is not the actual apartment that you will be renting, it is a "typical apartment" to give you a general idea of what our apartments are like. After the tour we will return to our office to discuss additional apartment complexes, floor plans, square footages, locations, and rent amounts that we have to offer. We will show you photos and videos as requested by you. At that point, or at a later date, if you wish to sign a lease we will list your top 3 preferences by apartment complex. In the spring we will notify you of what your actual address will be in August. WE CURRENTLY HAVE A FOUR BEDROOM APARTMENT AVAILABLE FOR $1400 PER MONTHExpires 08-01-2026

Fountain View Apartments

To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." When you arrive for your tour, we will take you to a designated "show unit" that is either 2 bedrooms, 3 bedrooms, or 4 bedrooms. This show unit is not the actual apartment that you will be renting, it is a "typical apartment" to give you a general idea of what our apartments are like. After the tour we will return to our office to discuss additional apartment complexes, floor plans, square footages, locations, and rent amounts that we have to offer. We will show you photos and videos as requested by you. At that point, or at a later date, if you wish to sign a lease we will list your top 3 preferences by apartment complex. In the spring we will notify you of what your actual address will be in August. WE CURRENTLY HAVE 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS AVAILABLE FOR $1150 to $1200 PER MONTH.Expires 08-01-2026

West Ridge Apartments

To schedule a tour, click on "PROPERTY WEBSITE," then when you get to the property website, click on "SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT." When you arrive for your tour, we will take you to a designated "show unit" that is either 2 bedrooms, 3 bedrooms, or 4 bedrooms. This show unit is not the actual apartment that you will be renting, it is a "typical apartment" to give you a general idea of what our apartments are like. After the tour we will return to our office to discuss additional apartment complexes, floor plans, square footages, locations, and rent amounts that we have to offer. We will show you photos and videos as requested by you. At that point, or at a later date, if you wish to sign a lease we will list your top 3 preferences by apartment complex. In the spring we will notify you of what your actual address will be in August.Expires 08-01-2026

CORE Apartments

Sign for fall 2026 for waived application fees and pay NO deposit!Expires 04-30-2026

Walnut Ridge

Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $575 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026

Total Property Management 125 Campus Ave.

Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings between $515 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026

Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way

Move-In Special: First Month Rent FREE for all 4 bedroom apartments. This is a savings of $425 per person! (Limited Time) *Valid for new tenants only*Expires 04-30-2026

Mortensen Heights

Limited time offer on remaining four bedroom apartments - just $495 per person plus a $1,000 signing bonus per unit! Perfect for roommates and students seeking affordable off-campus living in Ames. - August move in - Private pool & clubhouse - In unit laundry & 55" TV included - Pet friendly - CyRide stop at property - Parking included Call us today to schedule a tour! Only a few four bedroom units remain!Expires 07-01-2026

Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Fountainview Apartments

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

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Fountainview is $1,348.

What is the largest Rent Specials Fountainview Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Fountainview is a 2,254 square feet unit starting from $2,300 at Walnut Ridge.

What is the average size for Fountainview Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Fountainview is currently at 868 sq ft.

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