
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, IA (31 Rentals)


228-232 Welch Ave

Spectrum Heights Apartments

Gateway

The Standard at 36th Street

South Meadow

Brick Towne at Piper

The Landing Ames

The Catalyst

Brick Towne Ames
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Copper Beech

Aurora Heights

525 Welch Ave

420 S 4th St

304 Welch Ave

Village Park

The Ridge Apartments

210 Gray - Sunset View
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921 Douglas Ave

1211 S 3rd St

121 Beach Avenue

520 5th St

Cardinal Terrace

Glenbrook Apartments

307 Lynn Ave

East Park Village Apartments

1108 S. 4th Street

Oakwood
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cambridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Studio Apartments | $789 | $635 | $895 |
| Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $775 | $1,836 |
| Cambridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $665 | $2,328 |
| Cambridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,267 | $465 | $2,567 |
| Cambridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,754 | $445 | $2,825 |
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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 Village Park in the South Ames neighborhood and is 725 square feet priced from $1,000. The Catalyst has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 701 square feet and currently listed start at $1,295. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Cambridge:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Park | 2121 Cottonwood (1 bedroom) | 725 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
| The Catalyst | 1 Bedroom Apartment | 701 Sq Ft | $1,295 |
| Brick Towne at Piper | 1x1 | 672 Sq Ft | $1,000 |
| Copper Beech | 1BR/1BA | 650 Sq Ft | $1,225 |
| The Landing Ames | A1 - 1x1 | 612 Sq Ft | $960 |
| The Standard at 36th Street | 3rd Floor (B1) | 606 Sq Ft | $1,350 |
Cheapest Available Cambridge and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 25, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Cambridge, IA is the 2121 Cottonwood (1 bedroom) Model starting from $1,000 at Village Park in the South Ames neighborhood. The second most affordable Cambridge 1 Bedroom is the 1x1 Model at Brick Towne at Piper starting at $1,000 in the Georgetown neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Cambridge is currently $1,033. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Cambridge:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Village Park | 2121 Cottonwood (1 bedroom) | $1,000 |
| Brick Towne at Piper | 1x1 | $1,000 |
| The Catalyst | 1 Bedroom Apartment | $1,295 |
| The Standard at 36th Street | 3rd Floor (B1) | $1,350 |
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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 $1,033.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Cambridge Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cambridge is a 725 square feet unit starting from $1,000 at Village Park.
What is the average size for Cambridge 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Cambridge is currently 967 sq ft.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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