
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, IA (29 Rentals)


The Standard at 36th

Wessex Apartments

Brick Towne at Piper

Gateway

South Meadow
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Spectrum Heights Apartments

Brick Towne Ames

Woodland Reserve Apartments

The Catalyst

Copper Beech

Crystal Street Apartments
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420 S 4th St

The Republic

The Ridge Apartments

919 6th St

238 Village Dr

520 5th St

Cardinal Terrace
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325 Welch Ave

Glenbrook Apartments

307 Lynn Ave

121 Beach Avenue

Park Place Apartments

525 Welch Ave
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Cambridge, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Studio Apartments | $879 | $799 | $955 |
| Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,128 | $805 | $2,371 |
| Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,292 | $615 | $2,831 |
| Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,167 | $465 | $3,010 |
| Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $445 | $2,325 |
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Largest Available Cambridge and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cambridge, IA is found at Oakwood in the Gateway Hills neighborhood and is 750 square feet priced from $879. Brick Towne at Piper in the Georgetown neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 672 square feet and currently listed start at $1,000. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Cambridge:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 750 Sq Ft | $879 |
| Brick Towne at Piper | 1x1 | 672 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
| The Republic | 1 Bed - East Facing | 671 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Spectrum Heights Apartments | SUITE | 657 Sq Ft | $1,272 |
| The Standard at 36th | 1st Floor (A1) No Patio | 619 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Crystal Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 531 Sq Ft | $825 |
Cheapest Available Cambridge and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of June 11, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cambridge, IA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $825 at Crystal Street Apartments in the South Ames neighborhood. The second most affordable Cambridge 1 Bedroom is the 1 bedroom Model at Oakwood starting at $879 in the Gateway Hills neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cambridge is currently $1,128. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Cambridge:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Street Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $825 |
| Oakwood | 1 bedroom | $879 |
| Brick Towne at Piper | 1x1 | $1,000 |
| The Standard at 36th | 3rd Floor (A1) | $1,200 |
| The Republic | 1 Bed - West Facing | $1,200 |
| Spectrum Heights Apartments | SUITE | $1,272 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Cambridge Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Cambridge Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Cambridge is $1,128.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cambridge is a 750 square feet unit starting from $879 at Oakwood.
What is the average size for Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Cambridge is currently 450 sq ft.
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