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Bluestem Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bluestem Apartments

3680 Big Bluestem RdFremont, NE 68025
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Elkhorn Station
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elkhorn Station

2606 N Main StElkhorn, NE 68022
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Ames, NE Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ames Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ames, NE is a Studio unit found at Dana Village priced from $536. Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ames apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dana VillageS3Studio,1BA$536
Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$725
Kimberly Manor2x1c2BR,1BA$860
Thompson Apartments2B1B2BR,1BA$875
Nye ApartmentsTwo Bed, One Bath2BR,1BA$945

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ames, NE and Nearby

As of November 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ames area is the $1.35 price per square foot Modern Collection: Union Model at Deerfield Apartments & Chateaus in the starting from $1,890. The second greatest value Ames apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Villas At The Pines starting at $1,295 with a $1.14 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ames apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Deerfield Apartments & ChateausModern Collection: Union3BR,2BA$1.35
Villas At The Pines2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.14
Thompson Apartments2B1B2BR,1BA$0.80
Nye ApartmentsTwo Bed, Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.00
Kimberly Manor2x1c2BR,1BA$0.87
West Hampton Park Apartment HomesOne Bedroom End1BR,1BA$1.35
Fountain SpringsBirch1BR,1BA$1.19
Conestoga CrossingTWO BEDROOM FLOORPLAN2BR,2BA$1.20
Dana VillageS1BStudio ,1BA$0.79
Fremont Omega - A 55+ Senior Community1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.12

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ames Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ames?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ames is at Dana Village listed at $536.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ames Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ames Apartment is $561 at Dana Village.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ames Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ames is starting from $860 at Kimberly Manor.

What is the most affordable Ames Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ames Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Deerfield Apartments & Chateaus and starts from $1,475.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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