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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gateway Hills Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $500 (13 Rentals)
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418 Ash Ave
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$799 - $1,299Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 4, 2026
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1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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408 Hayward Ave
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406 Hayward Ave
AmesIA50014
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320 S Franklin Ave
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311 S Franklin Ave
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315 S Franklin Ave
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514 Hayward Ave
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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 | $1,233 | $799 | $1,500 |
| Gateway Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,042 | $775 | $1,595 |
| Gateway Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $675 | $2,694 |
| Gateway Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,081 | $755 | $1,700 |
| Gateway Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,210 | $685 | $1,700 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Gateway Hills Neighborhood of Ames, IA.
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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 2 Beds unit found at Townhomes at Creekside priced from $675. Oakwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Gateway Hills apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townhomes at Creekside | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $675 |
| Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Wessex Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave. | 530 Welch Ave. | 3BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Beach View | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gateway Hills, IA
As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gateway Hills area is the $1.42 price per square foot 530 Welch Ave Model at Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave. in the in the West Campus Village neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Gateway Hills apartment is the 4 bedroom Model at Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way starting at $1,600 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Eagle Ridge 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave. | 530 Welch Ave | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.42 |
| Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way | 4 bedroom | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.45 |
| Beach View | 3 Bed/ 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| 2405 Knapp St, Unit 2405 Knapp St | 2405 Knapp St | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Townhomes at Creekside | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
| Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 228-232 Welch Ave | 228 2-Bed | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Wessex Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| BlockOne | STUDIO - University Towers | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gateway Hills Apartments
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 5 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 $535 which is $1,055 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gateway Hills.
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Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
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