
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the North Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $670 (41 Rentals)


203 Campus

Grandview Square Apartments

921 Duff Ave

Melrose Park Apartments

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126 Welch Ave

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808 Clark Ave, Unit 808 Clark Ave
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2721 Luther Dr

South Meadow

Hyland Apartments

The Ridge Apartments

3500 Grand Ave

Aspen Village

Total Property Management 134 Campus

Wyndsor Terrace
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Gateway

Hickory Ridge Apartments

Somerset Apartments

Fountainview

304 Welch Ave

Fountain View Apartments

Grayhawk Apartments

520 5th St
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1005 28th St

Twin Oaks Apartments

Spruce Pointe

2929 West Street

4112 Lincoln Swing

230 Campus Ave

312 Hayward Ave

514-520 Carroll Ave
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640 S. 4th St.

Stone Court Apartments

South Oak

2644 Hunt St

Stonehaven Apartments

Oakview Apartments

301 Main

Tiverton Court Apartments
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Cardinal Terrace
North Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Ames?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Ames Studio Apartments | $925 | $765 | $1,500 |
North Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $959 | $670 | $1,600 |
| North Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,062 | $609 | $2,169 |
| North Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $945 | $519 | $2,200 |
| North Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,102 | $479 | $2,880 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Ames Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in North Ames?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in North Ames is under $880.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Ames?
The cheapest apartment in North Ames is Melrose Park Apartments which is listed at $705, while the average apartment in North Ames costs $969.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Ames?
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 183 regular apartments in North Ames 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 North Ames?
Cheap apartments in North Ames have an average cost of $667 which is $302 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Ames.
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
