Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kelley, IA from $400 (11 Rentals)

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307 Lynn Ave
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

307 Lynn Ave

307 Lynn AveAmes, IA 50014
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood

2101 Oakwood RdAmes, IA 50014
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Kelley, IA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kelley Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kelley, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Townhomes at Creekside in the Fountainview neighborhood priced from $675. Hickory Ridge Apartments in the Eagle Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kelley apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Townhomes at Creekside2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$675
Hickory Ridge Apartments0 bed, 1 bathStudio,1BA$725
The Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$775
Oakwood1 bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Crystal Street Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kelley, IA and Nearby

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kelley area is the $0.92 price per square foot 3 Beds / 2 Baths Model at 802 Dickinson Ave in the in the Fountainview neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Kelley apartment is the 4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Model at Tripp Street Apartments starting at $275 with a $0.22 price per square foot in the Fountainview neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kelley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
802 Dickinson Ave3 Beds / 2 Baths3BR,2BA$0.92
Tripp Street Apartments4 Bedroom/2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$0.22
The Grove at Ames3BR/3BA3BR,3BA$0.51
The Quarters AmesB - 2x22BR,2BA$0.63
The Landing AmesC3 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.47
The Madison3x3 Furnished3BR,3BA$0.53
Western Hills Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.05
Townhomes at Creekside2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.78
The Social West Ames®Davie Plus - Station2BR,1BA$0.71
Oakwood1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.07

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Walk Score®

4 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kelley Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kelley?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kelley is at Hickory Ridge Apartments listed at $725.

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

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

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kelley is starting from $675 at Townhomes at Creekside.

What is the most affordable Kelley Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kelley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Townhomes at Creekside and starts from $815.

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