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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 1 Bed unit found at Melrose Park Apartments priced from $705. Hickory Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable North Ames apartments for rent in Ames, IA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Melrose Park Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$705
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bathStudio,1BA$775
Townhomes at Creekside3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$815
Hyland Apartments1 Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$820
Laverne ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Ames, IA

As of June 02, 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
Grayhawk Apartments2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom - 1,137 sq ft2BR,2BA$1.30
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
Point at AmesFrisco A2BR,2BA$1.05
Melrose Park Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.29

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Ames

What type of rentals are currently available in North Ames?

There are currently 175 Apartments for Rent in North Ames, IA with pricing that ranges from $459 to $2,500. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Ames ranging from $775 to $2,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Ames?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Ames ranges from $775 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,462.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Ames?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Ames range from $519 to $1,785, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $459.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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