
Cheap Homes for Rent in Ames, OK from $600 (10 Rentals)
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2002 N Grand Ave

118 N McKinley St

1326 W Elm Ave

712 E Elm Ave
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815 E Pine Ave

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523 E Harrison Ave

509 E Harrison Ave

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Ames, OK Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ames?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ames 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,132 | $625 | $1,450 |
Ames 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,532 | $850 | $2,200 |
Ames 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,298 | $1,745 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Available Ames Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ames, OK is a 1 Bed unit found at Oakwood West priced from $550. Fountain Lake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $635. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ames apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Oakwood West | Studio-EFF | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
Fountain Lake Apartments | 1Bedroom1BathroomA | 1BR,1BA | $635 |
The Willows | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ames, OK and Nearby
As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ames area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Unit Model at Mason Landing in the in the Suburban Northside neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Ames apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Sunridge Estates starting at $1,040 with a $1.09 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ames apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Mason Landing | 3 Bedroom Unit | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Sunridge Estates | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
Crown Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed (Fireplace / Vaulted Ceiling Optional) | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
Fountain Lake Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 BathroomB- Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
Country Club Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Pheasant Run Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
The Willows | 1 Bed, 1 Bath Model | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
Hunters Hill Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Sandpiper Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Le Chateau Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ames
What type of rentals are currently available in Ames?
There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in Ames, OK with pricing that ranges from $550 to $4,050. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ames ranging from $625 to $3,500.
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 $625 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,449.
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