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307 Lynn AveAmes, 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. Western Hills Apartments in the Fountainview neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kelley apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Townhomes at Creekside2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$675
Western Hills Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$745
Furman Western Hills1BR1BR,1BA$770
Oakwood1 bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Laverne ApartmentsTwo Bedroom, Two Bath2BR,2BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kelley, IA and Nearby

As of July 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kelley 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 Kelley 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 Kelley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Copper Beech at Ames2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$0.65
Laverne ApartmentsThree Bedroom, Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.05
The Madison3x3 Furnished3BR,3BA$0.53
The Grove at Ames2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.73
Fountainview2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.15
Western Hills Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.05
Crystal Street Apartments2br/2ba2BR,2BA$0.99
Townhomes at Creekside2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.78
Oakwood1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.07
Furman Western Hills1BR1BR,1BA$1.21

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Getting Around Kelley, IA

Walk Score®

4 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kelley Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kelley Apartment is $745 at Western Hills 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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