
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA (95 Rentals)


2700 Lincoln

Wessex Apartments

South Meadow

Gateway

The Catalyst

Brick Towne Ames

Fountainview

CORE Apartments

Hyland Apartments
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Windsor Pointe

Copper Beech

Hickory Ridge Apartments

Wyndsor Terrace

420 S 4th St

Cranford Apartments

325 Welch Ave

304 Welch Ave

West Field Apartments

Western Hills Apartments
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Fountain View Apartments

West Village Apartments

The Ridge Apartments

203 Campus

Furman Western Hills

College Creek Apartments

Total Monthly Price
602 8th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

2810 Bobcat Dr

238 Village Dr

4511 Twain Cir
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514-520 Carroll Ave

640 S. 4th St.

Village Cooperative of Ames

Twin Oaks Apartments

2929-2933 West St

Suites on Lincoln Way

Creek View Luxury Condos

Buchanan Hall

209 N Hyland Ave

3418 Coy St
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2132 Sunset Dr

604 Grand Ave

2823 West St

Theta Delta Chi

400 S 4th St

527 E Lincoln Way

3331 Aurora

Lincoln Park

Campus Point

Town Centre
South Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Ames?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Ames Studio Apartments | $898 | $625 | $1,500 |
South Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $965 | $650 | $1,600 |
| South Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,081 | $509 | $2,164 |
| South Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $868 | $465 | $2,370 |
| South Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $890 | $399 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 95 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA.
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Largest Available South Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the South Ames area of Ames, IA is found at Fountain View Apartments and is listed at 722 square feet priced from $950. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain View Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 722 Sq Ft | $950 |
| Windsor Pointe | Aspen 60% | 714 Sq Ft | $950 |
| Fountainview | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 709 Sq Ft | $925 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath | 675 Sq Ft | $869 |
| The Social West Ames® | Avondale - Station | 660 Sq Ft | $799 |
| Copper Beech | 1BR/1BA | 650 Sq Ft | $1,235 |
| Western Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | 564 Sq Ft | $745 |
| Hyland Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 411 Sq Ft | $820 |
Cheapest Available South Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit South Ames of Ames, IA is the 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment Model starting from $745 at Western Hills Apartments. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in South Ames is currently $965. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Western Hills Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | $745 |
| The Social West Ames® | Avondale - Station | $799 |
| Hyland Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | $820 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath | $869 |
| 301 Main | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $880 |
| Fountainview | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | $925 |
| 304 Welch Ave | 1bed | $935 |
| Windsor Pointe | Birch 60% | $950 |
| Fountain View Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $950 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom South Ames Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in South Ames with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in South Ames is at Western Hills Apartments listed at $745.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom South Ames Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in South Ames is $965.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom South Ames Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in South Ames is a 722 square feet unit starting from $950 at Fountain View Apartments.
What is the average size for South Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in South Ames is currently 631 sq ft.
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