Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the South Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA from $599 (57 Rentals)

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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3404 Coy St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3404 Coy St

3404 Coy StAmes, IA 50014
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4112 Lincoln Swing
2 Bedroom Apartments

4112 Lincoln Swing

4112 Lincoln Swing StAmes, IA 50014
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3319 Story St
2 Bedroom Apartments

3319 Story St

3319 Story StAmes, IA 50014
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Oak Brooke
2 Bedroom Apartments

Oak Brooke

422 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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141 Campus Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

141 Campus Ave

141 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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South Oak
2 Bedroom Apartments

South Oak

221 S Oak AveAmes, IA 50010
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215 Jewel Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

215 Jewel Dr

215 Jewel DrAmes, IA 50010
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Meadow Wood of Ames
2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadow Wood of Ames

4348 Maricopa DrAmes, IA 50014
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121 Howard
2 Bedroom Apartments

121 Howard

121 HowardAmes, IA 50014
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230 Campus Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

230 Campus Ave

230 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Willow Run
2 Bedroom Apartments

Willow Run

645 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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Riverbirch
2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverbirch

201 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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Maple Glen
2 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Glen

229 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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Pointe West II
2 Bedroom Apartments

Pointe West II

826 Dickinson AveAmes, IA 50014
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Laverne Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Laverne Apartments

919 S 16th StAmes, IA 50010
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312 Hayward Ave
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312 Hayward Ave

312 Hayward AveAmes, IA 50014
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225 Hyland
2 Bedroom Apartments

225 Hyland

225 N Hyland AveAmes, IA 50014
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Sharing a lease? Learn how to set clear expectations with your roommates on routines, bills, and cleaning to ensure a successful and peaceful shared living arrangement.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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South Ames, Ames, IA

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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Ames Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Ames?

The cheapest apartment in South Ames is Copper Beech which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in South Ames costs $935.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South 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 30 regular apartments in South 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 South Ames?

Cheap apartments in South Ames have an average cost of $481 which is $454 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Ames.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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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.