
Student Apartments for Rent in the West Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA (44 Rentals)
Rentals in the West Ames area of Ames near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


Point at Ames

The Social Reserve

The Madison Apartments

Campustown

2700 Lincoln

Hickory Ridge Apartments

The Quarters Ames
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Gateway

The Grove

Copper Beech

South Meadow

221 Sheldon

Campus West

Beach View

246 Hyland
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Mortensen Heights

Campus Flats

CORE Apartments

West Towne

The Foundry

The Lofts

802 Dickinson Ave

Total Property Management 134 Campus
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Total Property Management 3206 Lincoln Way

Total Property Management 125 Campus Ave.

1209 Mayfield Dr

Campus Properties Welch Ave

West Towne Flats

Buchanan Hall

Triangle Apartments

The Social West Ames Steinbeck
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444 Welch

West Street Lofts

Clocktower Place

BlockOne

Cardinal Terrace

Cranford Apartments

Bramble Oak Apartments

258 Hyland Ave
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525 Welch Ave

228-232 Welch Ave

Schilletter and University Village

Walnut Place
West Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Ames?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Ames Studio Apartments | $847 | $610 | $1,500 |
| West Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $900 | $550 | $1,600 |
| West Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,082 | $609 | $2,731 |
| West Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,001 | $489 | $2,370 |
| West Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments | $871 | $350 | $2,300 |
| West Ames 5 Bedroom Apartments | $567 | $509 | $715 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Ames, Ames, IA
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Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in West Ames, Ames, IA
Abbie Sawyer Elementary School
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Outdoors Rating
Love nice outdoor spaces? West Ames is a highly-rated part of town for parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Do you have dogs or cats? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Student West Ames Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in West Ames?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in West Ames is at The Social West Ames® listed at $350.
How much is the average rent for a Student West Ames Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in West Ames is $1,044.
What is the largest Student West Ames Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in West Ames is a 1,767 square feet unit starting from $715 at 2700 Lincoln.
What is the average size for West Ames Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in West Ames is currently at 847 sq ft.
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