
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Somerset Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $775 (50 Rentals)


Grandview Square Apartments

Melrose Park Apartments

Furman 24th Street Apartments

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924 Kellogg Ave, Unit #1

1516 Delaware Ave

3309 West St

Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace

Western Hills Apartments

Wyndsor Terrace
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203 Campus

930 6th St

Hickory Ridge Apartments

246 Hyland

221 Sheldon

225 Hyland

1507 N Dakota Ave

Furman Somerset Apartments

Hyland Apartments

Aspen Village
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Somerset Apartments

2706 Kent Ave

2329 Bristol Dr, Unit 2005

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126 Welch Ave, Unit 312

Prairie West

2713 Luther Dr

1005 28th St

4606 Ontario St

2707 Luther Dr

4112 Lincoln Swing
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1006 Lincoln Way

3319 Story St.

1225 Delaware Ave

1217 Delaware Ave

4518 Hutchison St

205 Washington Ave

Furman Regency Court

141 Campus

Ferndale Furman Apartments

Delaware Woods
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4008 Ontario St

121 Howard

230 Campus Ave

218 Hyland

2109 Barr Dr

Furman Hyland Apartments

912 Grand Ave

2610 Northridge Pky

247 Sheldon Ave

Tiverton Court Apartments
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Somerset, Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Somerset?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Studio Apartments | $891 | $610 | $1,500 |
| Somerset 1 Bedroom Apartments | $980 | $695 | $1,600 |
Somerset 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,146 | $775 | $2,713 |
| Somerset 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $800 | $1,700 |
| Somerset 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,132 | $680 | $2,300 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSomerset, Ames, IA
Ranked #12
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Somerset Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Somerset?
The cheapest apartment in Somerset is Grandview Square Apartments which is listed at $790, while the average apartment in Somerset costs $1,222.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Somerset?
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 16 regular apartments in Somerset 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 Somerset?
Cheap apartments in Somerset have an average cost of $523 which is $699 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Somerset.
Expert Rental Resources
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
Written by: Robin Stewart
Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.