
Student Apartments for Rent in the South Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA (40 Rentals)
Rentals in the South Ames area of Ames near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


The Social Reserve

Point at Ames

Campustown | Student Apartments

2700 Lincoln

228-232 Welch Ave

Hickory Ridge Apartments

Mortensen Heights
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The Quarters Ames

Gateway

South Meadow

The Landing Ames

Campus Flats

West Towne

The Grove

The Foundry
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The Madison

1209 Mayfield Dr

CORE Apartments

Copper Beech

The Lofts

Total Property Management 134 Campus

Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way

Total Property Management 125 Campus Ave.
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Campus Properties Welch Ave

West Towne Flats

Buchanan Hall

Triangle Apartments

The Social West Ames Steinbeck

444 Welch

West Street Lofts

Clocktower Place
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Cardinal Terrace

Cranford Apartments

Bramble Oak Apartments

258 N. Hyland

525 Welch Ave

Crown Point Apartments

Walnut Place
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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 | $906 | $675 | $1,500 |
| South Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $943 | $750 | $1,600 |
| South Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,067 | $529 | $2,907 |
| South Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $925 | $459 | $1,701 |
| South Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $848 | $429 | $2,300 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Ames, Ames, IA
Ranked #1
Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Outdoors Rating
For some, access to parks and greenspace is something they look for when they rent. This neighborhood has risen to be providing favorable access to parks, paths, and trails, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Do you have dogs or cats? this part of Ames ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student South Ames Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Student South Ames Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in South Ames is $1,021.
What is the largest Student South Ames Apartment for rent?
Today's Student 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 Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in South Ames is currently at 745 sq ft.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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