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Ames, OK Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Oakwood WestStudio-EFF1BR,1BA$550
Fountain Lake Apartments1Bedroom1BathroomA1BR,1BA$635
Woodland TrailsA11BR,1BA$669
Intrada El RenoOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$690
Tammaron Village ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$749

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ames, OK and Nearby

As of September 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ames area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Unit Model at Mason Landing in the in the Suburban Northside neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Ames apartment is the B2 Model at Brandon Place starting at $1,418 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Roxboro neighborhood. 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.
Mason Landing3 Bedroom Unit3BR,2BA$1.05
Brandon PlaceB22BR,2BA$1.15
Roosevelt Park Apartments2/22BR,2BA$0.82
Sunridge EstatesTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.09
Eagle Crest ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$1.16
Crown Pointe Apartments1 Bed (Fireplace / Vaulted Ceiling Optional)1BR,1BA$1.11
Fountain Lake Apartments1 Bedroom 1 BathroomB- Small1BR,1BA$1.01
Pheasant Run Apartments1 BD/1 BA1BR,1BA$1.06
Hunters Hill Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.07
Sandpiper ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.04

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Ames, OK

Ranked #157

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ames

What type of rentals are currently available in Ames?

There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Ames, OK with pricing that ranges from $550 to $4,065. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ames ranging from $550 to $4,999.

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 $550 to $4,999 with an average monthly rent of $2,046.

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