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312 Sycamore St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

312 Sycamore St

312 Sycamore StCambridge, IA 50046
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520 5th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

520 5th St

520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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307 Lynn Ave
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

307 Lynn Ave

307 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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Oakwood
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood

2101 Oakwood RdAmes, IA 50014
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304 Welch Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

304 Welch Ave

304 Welch AveAmes, IA 50014
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Cambridge, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cambridge Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cambridge, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Ridge Apartments in the Fountainview neighborhood priced from $775. Oakwood in the Gateway Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cambridge apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$775
Oakwood1 bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Northridge Apartments2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$800
Crystal Street Apartments2br/2ba2BR,2BA$925
Timbercreek Apartments2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$940
Laverne ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$950
Brick Towne at Piper1x11BR,1BA$1,000
Avondale Trace CondosAC.1B.1B.B/P1BR,1BA$1,000
Brick Towne Ames1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025
South View ApartmentsLandmark | Classic2BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cambridge, IA and Nearby

As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cambridge area is the $1.20 price per square foot D1 Tatum Model at Brixin Townhomes at Kimberley Crossing in the in the Creekside neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Cambridge apartment is the B - 2x2 Model at The Quarters Ames starting at $750 with a $0.63 price per square foot in the South Ames neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cambridge apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Brixin Townhomes at Kimberley CrossingD1 Tatum3BR,2.5BA$1.20
The Quarters AmesB - 2x22BR,2BA$0.63
Northgate Apartments2 Bedroom 2 bath2BR,2BA$1.26
The Grove2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.72
Northridge Apartments2 BR/ 1 BA2BR,1BA$0.89
Crystal Street Apartments2br/2ba2BR,2BA$1.05
South View ApartmentsOutlook | Renovated2BR,1BA$1.21
Laverne ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.11
Timbercreek Apartments2 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.15
Oakwood1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.07

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6 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cambridge Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cambridge Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cambridge Apartment is $775 at The Ridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cambridge Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cambridge is starting from $800 at Northridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cambridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Laverne Apartments and starts from $1,025.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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