Student Apartments for Rent in the West Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA (45 Rentals)

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Rentals in the West Ames area of Ames near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.

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1209 Mayfield Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1209 Mayfield Dr

1209 Mayfield DrAmes, IA 50014
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West Towne Flats
3 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

West Towne Flats

4710 Mortensen RdAmes, IA 50014
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Buchanan Hall
1 Bedroom Apartments

Buchanan Hall

2184 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50014
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Triangle Apartments
3 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Triangle Apartments

125 N Hyland AveAmes, IA 50014
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444 Welch
2 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

444 Welch

444 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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West Street Lofts
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

West Street Lofts

2811 West StAmes, IA 50014
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Clocktower Place
2 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Clocktower Place

2410 Chamberlain StAmes, IA 50014
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BlockOne
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

BlockOne

2320 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50014
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Cardinal Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cardinal Terrace

211 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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South View
2 Bedroom Apartments

South View

209-227 S 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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Cranford Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cranford Apartments

103 Stanton AveAmes, IA 50014
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Bramble Oak Apartments
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Bramble Oak Apartments

3714 Tripp StAmes, IA 50014
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258 Hyland Ave
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

258 Hyland Ave

258 Hyland AveAmes, IA 50014
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525 Welch Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

525 Welch Ave

525 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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Welch 232
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Welch 232

228-232 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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Walnut Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Place

232 S Walnut AveAmes, IA 50010
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West Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Ames, Ames, IA

Ranked #3

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

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4.0
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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 $943.

What is the largest Student West Ames Apartment for rent?

Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in West Ames is a 2,000 square feet unit starting from $499 at Copper Beech.

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 852 sq ft.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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

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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

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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.