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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
Fremont CommonsStudio (2) - 1st floorStudio,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ames, NE and Nearby

As of August 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ames area is the $1.54 price per square foot Freeport Model at The Trails in the in the Northeast Outer Elkhorn neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Ames apartment is the Modern Collection: Cloverly Model at Deerfield Apartments & Chateaus starting at $1,799 with a $1.28 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.
The TrailsFreeport4BR,2BA$1.54
Deerfield Apartments & ChateausModern Collection: Cloverly3BR,2BA$1.28
Villas At The Pines2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.14
Dalmore ApartmentsToronto2BR,2BA$1.45
CaprianaGrassetto2BR,2BA$1.64
Fountain SpringsBirch1BR,1BA$1.19
Conestoga CrossingTWO BEDROOM FLOORPLAN2BR,2BA$1.20
Whispering RidgeA2R1BR,1BA$1.55
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 Ames

What type of rentals are currently available in Ames?

There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Ames, NE with pricing that ranges from $536 to $3,750. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ames ranging from $1,200 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ames?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ames ranges from $1,200 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,812.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ames?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ames range from $1,475 to $3,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,300.

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