Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $300 (11 Rentals)

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Twin Oaks Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin Oaks Apartments

4210 Lincoln Swing StAmes, IA 50014
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520 5th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

520 5th St

520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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3404 Coy St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3404 Coy St

3404 Coy StAmes, IA 50014
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307 Lynn Ave
4 Bedroom Apartments

307 Lynn Ave

307 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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640 S. 4th St.
2 Bedroom Apartments

640 S. 4th St.

620-640 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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Furman Regency Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Furman Regency Court

3020 Regency CtAmes, IA 50010
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1005 28th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1005 28th St

1005 28th StAmes, IA 50010
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North Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Ames Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Ames area of Ames, IA is a 3 Beds unit found at The Quarters Ames priced from $615. Melrose Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $705. Here are the most affordable North Ames apartments for rent in Ames, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Quarters AmesA - 3x33BR,3BA$615
Melrose Park Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$705
205 Washington Ave2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$775
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bathStudio,1BA$775
Townhomes at Creekside3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$815

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Ames, IA

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the North Ames area is the $0.61 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at Townhomes at Creekside in the in the Fountainview neighborhood starting from $895. The second greatest value North Ames apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA Model at Copper Beech at Ames starting at $800 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the South Ames neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Ames apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townhomes at Creekside4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.61
Copper Beech at Ames2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$0.65
Laverne ApartmentsThree Bedroom, Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.05
The Quarters AmesA - 3x33BR,3BA$0.55
The Grove at Ames2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.73
Somerset Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Fountainview2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.15
Hyland Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,2BA$1.23
205 Washington Ave2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.91
Point at AmesFrisco A2BR,2BA$1.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
North Ames, Ames, IA

Ranked #10

Among neighborhoods in Ames, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, including Ames. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, places that make kids happy, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the North Ames Neighborhood in Ames, IA

Walk Score®

42 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Ames Apartments

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 $1,025.

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 34 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 $343 which is $682 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Ames.

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