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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ames?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,210 | $428 | $4,393 |
Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $534 | $4,571 |
Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $1,159 | $2,630 |
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Cheapest Available Ames Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ames, TX is a 1 Bed unit found at Providence at Baytown in the Eastpoint neighborhood priced from $681. Lakes at Madera in the Eastpoint neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. 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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Providence at Baytown | A2 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $681 |
Lakes at Madera | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
Sterling Bay Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
Ranch at Rolling Brook | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
Watermark at Baytown | Ash | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ames, TX and Nearby
As of August 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ames area is the $0.86 price per square foot C1 Model at Newport Village in the in the Newport neighborhood starting from $1,159. The second greatest value Ames apartment is the B Model at The Carlyle starting at $1,055 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the North Outer Jefferson neighborhood. 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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Newport Village | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $0.86 |
The Carlyle | B | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
Madison Court Apartments | Barrow | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Crosby Square Apartments | BLDG 3_2 BED, 1 BATH UPSTAIRS | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Stuart Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Providence at Baytown | B1 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Whisper Oaks Apartments | 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Greenfield | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Sterling Bay Apartments | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Lakes at Madera | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Getting Around Ames, TX
Walk Score®
4 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
31 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ames Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ames Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ames Apartment is $681 at Providence at Baytown.
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 $912 at Providence at Baytown.
What is the most affordable Ames Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ames Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Newport Village and starts from $1,159.
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