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1300 Gateway Hills Park DrAmes, IA 50014
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2715 Ferndale AveAmes, IA 50010
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420 S 4th StAmes, IA 50010
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644 Stonehaven DrAmes, IA 50010
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Colo, IA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colo Studio Apartments | $859 | $780 | $985 |
| Colo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $876 | $705 | $1,110 |
| Colo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,016 | $615 | $1,830 |
| Colo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $967 | $465 | $2,600 |
| Colo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $445 | $1,700 |
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Cheapest Available Colo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Colo, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Melrose Park Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood priced from $705. Oakwood in the Fountainview 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 Colo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $705 |
| Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 2706 Kent Ave | 2706 Kent (1 Bedroom) | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| Spacious Apartments minutes from everything | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
| Laverne Apartments | Two Bedroom, Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colo, IA and Nearby
As of May 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Colo area is the $0.65 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at Copper Beech at Ames in the in the South Ames neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Colo apartment is the Three Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Laverne Apartments starting at $1,265 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the South Ames neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Beech at Ames | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.65 |
| Laverne Apartments | Three Bedroom, Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Total Property Management 528-530 Welch Ave. | 528 Welch Ave. | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.33 |
| The Quarters Ames | A - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $1.59 |
| The Grove at Ames | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| Somerset Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Spacious Apartments minutes from everything | 2br/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Oakwood | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Brick Towne Ames | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Melrose Park Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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10 / 100
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Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
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Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colo Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Colo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Colo Apartment is $705 at Melrose Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Colo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Colo is starting from $875 at Spacious Apartments minutes from everything.
What is the most affordable Colo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Colo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Spacious Apartments minutes from everything and starts from $1,025.
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