
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the South Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA (92 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the South Ames area of Ames that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


228-232 Welch Ave

Campustown | Student Apartments

The Social West Ames®

2700 Lincoln

The Quarters Ames

Wessex Apartments

The Landing Ames
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Fountainview

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The Madison

Hickory Ridge Apartments

Wyndsor Terrace

Delaware Townhomes

Cranford Apartments

802 Dickinson Ave

West Field Apartments

Crystal Street Apartments
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Arbor Hills

West Ridge Apartments

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Timbercreek Apartments

The Ridge Apartments

Furman Western Hills

College Creek Apartments

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126 Welch Ave, Unit 312, Unit 312

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2603 Knapp St, Unit 2603 Knapp Unit 1, Unit 2603 Knapp Unit 1

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602 8th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

915 Garfield Ave

207 Wellons Dr, Unit 207, Unit 207

205 Wellons Dr, Unit 205, Unit 205

1212 S 3rd St, Unit 1212 S 3rd, Unit 1212 S 3rd

3503 Coy St
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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Most Pet Friendly South Ames Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the South Ames area of Ames, IA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is 228-232 Welch Ave with prices starting from $1,450 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Wessex Apartments scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $915. Here are the most Pet Friendly South Ames apartments for rent in Ames, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 228-232 Welch Ave | 4/4 | Campustown | $1,450 |
| Wessex Apartments | 4/4 | South Ames | $915 |
| West Towne | 3.8/4 | West Ames | $840 |
| Campustown | Student Apartments | 3.8/4 | Campustown | $544 |
| Cranford Apartments | 3.6/4 | Campustown | $1,095 |
| Mortensen Heights | 3.6/4 | West Ames | $495 |
| Brick Towne Ames | 3.4/4 | South Ames | $1,050 |
| CORE Apartments | 3.4/4 | West Ames | $1,175 |
| 1209 Mayfield Dr | 3.4/4 | West Ames | $1,050 |
| Delaware Townhomes | 3.2/4 | West Ames | $2,370 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in South Ames
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the South Ames of South Ames is the Studio Model at 304 Welch Ave, which is a Studio unit starting from $635. The second cheapest South Ames Pet Friendly apartment is the Avondale - Station 1 Bed unit at The Social West Ames® starting at $799. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly South Ames apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 304 Welch Ave | Studio | $635 |
| The Social West Ames® | Avondale - Station | $799 |
| Hickory Ridge Apartments | 0 bed, 1 bath | $799 |
| Windsor Pointe | Hickory 60% | $825 |
| West Field Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | $895 |
| Fountainview | 1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment | $925 |
| Timbercreek Apartments | 2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms | $950 |
| Fountain View Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 1209 Mayfield Dr | 2 BR/ 2 BA | $1,050 |
| Cardinal South Apartments | 2 Bed | $1,350 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Ames, Ames, IA
Ranked #2
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Family-Friendly Rating
A family-friendly rental property may be just the ticket if you have younger kids when you rent. South Ames has now become known as a top neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly submarkets provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, recreation and A/V rooms, trails, and more.
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks and greenspace? this area has emerged as providing highly-rated access to parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Dog and cat owners, listen up! this part of Ames is one of the A-list neighborhoods for renting with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly South Ames Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in South Ames?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in South Ames is at The Social West Ames® listed at $399.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly South Ames Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in South Ames is $1,137.
What is the largest Pet Friendly South Ames Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in South Ames is a 1,818 square feet unit starting from $399 at The Social West Ames®.
What is the average size for South Ames Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in South Ames is currently at 744 sq ft.
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