Cheap Homes for Rent in Fountainview Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $800 (10 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Fountainview area of Ames.

property at 4511 Twain Cir

$980 - $1,030

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 1

4511 Twain Cir

AmesIA50014

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Cheapest Available Fountainview Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fountainview area of Ames, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Windsor Pointe priced from $725. Western Hills Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Fountainview apartments for rent in Ames, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Windsor PointeAspen 60%1BR,1BA$725
Western Hills Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment1BR,1BA$745
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bathStudio,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fountainview, IA

As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fountainview area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3515 Lincoln Way ( 4 bdrm ) Model at Walnut Ridge in the in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Fountainview apartment is the 4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Model at Tripp Street Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.12 price per square foot in the Fountainview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fountainview apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Walnut Ridge3515 Lincoln Way ( 4 bdrm )4BR,3BA$1.02
Tripp Street Apartments4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$1.12
The Madison3x3 Furnished3BR,3BA$0.55
The Social ReserveMontgomery Renovated - Reserve3BR,2BA$0.51
Cardinal South Apartments2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.35
Fountainview2 Bed/1 Bath Apartment2BR,1BA$1.15
1209 Mayfield Dr2 BR/ 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.13
Western Hills Apartments2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment2BR,2BA$1.05
Point at AmesFrisco B2BR,2BA$1.06
Fountain View Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.30

Frequently Asked Questions about Fountainview

What type of rentals are currently available in Fountainview?

There are currently 71 Apartments for Rent in Fountainview, IA with pricing that ranges from $429 to $2,300. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fountainview ranging from $800 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fountainview?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fountainview ranges from $800 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,782.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fountainview?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fountainview range from $519 to $1,887, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $429.

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