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304 Welch Ave
304 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gateway Hills Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $500 (9 Rentals)
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3216 Tripp StAmes, IA 50014
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126 Welch Ave
126 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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Gateway
1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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$895 - $1,165Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cranford Apartments
103 Stanton AveAmes, IA 50014
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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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Oakwood
2101 Oakwood RdAmes, IA 50014
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2644 Hunt St
2644 Hunt StAmes, IA 50014
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Gateway Hills, Ames, IA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gateway Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Hills Studio Apartments | $1,019 | $799 | $1,500 |
| Gateway Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,030 | $725 | $1,600 |
| Gateway Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,375 | $675 | $2,000 |
| Gateway Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,093 | $750 | $2,025 |
| Gateway Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $680 | $2,880 |
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Cheapest Available Gateway Hills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gateway Hills area of Ames, IA is a Studio unit found at 304 Welch Ave priced from $635. Cranford Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Gateway Hills apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 304 Welch Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $635 |
| Cranford Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Lofts | Efficiency Corner | Studio,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gateway Hills, IA
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gateway Hills area is the $1.57 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Arbor Hills in the in the Fountainview neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Gateway Hills apartment is the 2405 Knapp St Model at 2405 Knapp St, Unit 2405 Knapp St starting at $1,150 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the West Campus Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gateway Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Hills | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.57 |
| 2405 Knapp St, Unit 2405 Knapp St | 2405 Knapp St | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Cardinal South Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Point at Ames | Frisco B | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Campus Flats | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave. | 528 Welch Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| Wessex Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Campustown | Student Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Lofts | Efficiency Corner | Studio ,1BA | $1.89 |
| 304 Welch Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.81 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gateway Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Gateway Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Gateway Hills is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gateway Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Gateway Hills is Wessex Apartments which is listed at $1,070, while the average apartment in Gateway Hills costs $1,375.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gateway Hills?
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 20 regular apartments in Gateway Hills 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 Gateway Hills?
Cheap apartments in Gateway Hills have an average cost of $737 which is $638 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gateway Hills.
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