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Apartments Under $1,000 in Ames, IA

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$445 - 615
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The Landing Ames
416 Billy Sunday Rd Ames, IA
2 - 5 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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Virtual Tour
48
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$615 - 750
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The Quarters Ames
601 S 17th St Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$397 - 554
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The Madison
4912 Mortensen Road Ames, IA
3 - 4 BR | Available Now
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10
$855 - 895
Tall Timber: 2-3 Bedrooms
644 Stonehaven Dr Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$920
420 S 4th St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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10
$825
1121 Delaware Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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11
$695
2810 Grand Ave
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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1
3D Tour
$845
153 N. Hyland
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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Dishwasher
Campustown
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$975
136 Campus Ave
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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3D Tour
$890 - 905
119 N. Hyland
2.7
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$780
Westfield Apartments
5910 Lincoln Way Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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1
3D Tour
$725 - 930
4901 Todd
Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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3D Tour
$700 - 945
4915 Todd
Ames, IA
Studio - 2 BR | Available Now
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$880
3821 Tiverton Ct
Ames, IA
1 BR | Jan. 7, 2025
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23
$865
4206-4208 Harris
4206-4208 Harris St Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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8
$880 - 885
301 Main
301 Main St Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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43
$935 - 952
Windsor Pointe
Deal
3815 Tripp St Ames, IA
1 BR | Available Now
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Fitness Center
29
$940
3406 Orion Dr
Deal
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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Dog Friendly
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Student
Air Conditioning
22
$700 - 750
4518 Hutchison
Deal
4518 Hutchison St Ames, IA
1 - 2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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Dishwasher
17
$520
406 E 6th St
Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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14
$790
1502 Delaware
1502 Delaware Ave Ames, IA
3 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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16
$825
Grand 722
722 Grand Ave Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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19
$805
2925 Woodland
2925 Woodland St Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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Disability Access
20
$925
218 Hyland
218 N Hyland Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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Campustown
19
$805
2921 Woodland
2921 Woodland St Ames, IA
1 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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Disability Access
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$750
621 9th St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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22
$950
246 Hyland
246 N Hyland Ave Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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Campustown
22
$875 - 975
645 Stonehaven
645 Stonehaven Dr Ames, IA
2 - 3 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$735
4737 Toronto St
Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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$875
1202-1204 Top O'hollow
1202-1204 Top O Hollow Rd Ames, IA
2 BR | Aug. 1, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments under $1,000 are available in Ames, IA on Rentable.co?

There are 158 apartments under $1,000 in Ames currently available for rent on Rentable.co.

How many studio apartments under $1,000 are available in Ames?

Rentable.co has 55 studio apartments under $1,000 available for rent in Ames.

How many one-bedroom apartments under $1,000 are available in Ames?

Rentable.co has 584 one-bedroom apartments under $1,000 available for rent in Ames.

How many two-bedroom apartments under $1,000 are available in Ames?

Rentable.co has 773 two-bedroom apartments under $1,000 available for rent in Ames.

Can I afford a apartment under $1,000 in Ames, IA?

To comfortably afford a apartment under $1,000 in Ames based on average rent prices, a household would need an annual income of $34,000.

Which neighborhoods have the most apartments under $1,000 for rent in Ames, IA?

  1. Campustown

Apartments Under $1,000 in Ames, IA: December Rental Information

Welcome to the December 2024 Ames Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2024 key findings and figures for the Ames rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the inventory trends for apartments under $1,000 — examining the overall market rent-distribution, availability by bedroom count, and month-over-month comparisons — in Ames and surrounding areas. This summary also provides insights into available features and amenities, as well as location options for apartments under $1,000 in Ames.

Whether you're a student looking for an affordable place close to campus or a professional seeking a budget-friendly home, this report aims to provide you with valuable information on the current rental market and help you find an apartment under $1,000 in Ames that suits your needs.
0 5 10 15 20 <$600 $620 $660 $700 $740 $780 $820 $860 $900 $940 $980
This month, the typical cost to rent a one-bedroom apartment in Ames stands at $850, with the majority falling between $660 and $1,050. Out of the 618 one-bedroom apartments currently on the market in Ames, 497 are priced below $1,000, accounting for 80% of the total available one-bedroom units in Ames.

Available Apartments Under $1,000: Ames vs. Surrounding Areas

Ames, IA
Boone, IA
Perry, IA
Story City, IA
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As of December 2024, Rentable's chart shows the number of apartments available for under $1,000 in Ames, IA and its surrounding cities. The data includes availability in Boone, Nevada, Hubbard, Huxley, Colo, Zearing, Roland, McCallsburg, Slater, Stanhope, Collins, State Center, Perry, and Story City. In total, there are 205 apartments within this price range in the Ames, IA metro area. This information will help prospective renters in their search for affordable housing options in the region.

Apartments Under $1,000 Now vs. Last Month: Ames and Surrounding Areas

City Apartments Under $1,000 in December M/M % Change
Ames, IA 71 +1.23%
Boone, IA 19 +1.24%
Perry, IA 3 +0.95%
Story City, IA 3 +1.21%
Nevada, IA 3 +1.17%
Slater, IA 2 +0.5%
Huxley, IA 1 +1.4%
State Center, IA 0 0.0%

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Available apartments under $1,000 2,123
Top amenities On Site Laundry, Refrigerator, Range / Oven, Microwave, High Speed Internet
Deals 27
Pet friendly 436
Utilities included 170
Furnished 18
1 Bedroom 185
2 Bedroom 190
3 Bedroom 106
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