What is the average rent of an apartment in Ames, IA?

The average rent of an apartment in Ames, IA is $927 per month. This is about 53% lower than the national average.

When is the average rent cheapest in Ames, IA?

In the last year, the average rent in Ames, IA was lowest in Feb 2025 when it was $985 per month.

When is the average rent most expensive in Ames, IA?

In the last year, the average rent in Ames, IA was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $1,237 per month.

How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Ames, IA?

The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Ames, IA is $860 per month. That is about $61 more than the cost of a studio apartment.

How many available rental listings are in Ames, IA?

There are 200 available rental listings in Ames, IA.

What colleges and universities are in Ames, IA?

Colleges and universities in Ames, IA include: Iowa State University .

What are some neighborhoods in Ames, IA?

Some neighborhoods in Ames, IA include: South Campus Area , Somerset Village , College Creek/Old Ames , Bloomington Heights , Oak-Riverside .

What are some zip codes in Ames, IA?

Ames, IA includes zip codes such as: 50014 , 50010 , 50105 , 50011 , 50012 .

What are some cities near Ames, IA?

Some nearby cities include: Gilbert , Kelley , Nevada , Story City , Luther . These cities may have more rental options to explore.

Ames, IA Apartments For Rent

203 rentals

Use arrow keys to navigate
SPECIAL OFFER
PET FRIENDLY
FURNISHED
$469 - $929/mo
1-4 Beds
1-3 Baths
The Social West Ames | 1320 Coconino Rd,
Ames, IA 50014
Use arrow keys to navigate
NEW - 2 DAYS AGO
SPECIAL OFFER
PET FRIENDLY
FURNISHED
$489 - $1,129/mo
1-3 Beds
1-2 Baths
The Social Reserve | 850 Pinon Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
Use arrow keys to navigate
PET FRIENDLY
FURNISHED
$974 - $2,895/mo
1-5 Beds
1-3 Baths
Campustown | 200 Stanton Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
Use arrow keys to navigate
SPECIAL OFFER
PET FRIENDLY
FURNISHED
$499 - $800/mo
2-4 Beds
2-5 Baths
Copper Beech | 1717 S Grand Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
Use arrow keys to navigate
$495/mo
Studio
1 Bath
Nevada Living | 1521 S G Ave,
Nevada, IA 50201
Use arrow keys to navigate
SPECIAL OFFER
PET FRIENDLY
FURNISHED
$549 - $699/mo
2-3 Beds
2-3 Baths
The Grove | 1407 S Grand Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
Use arrow keys to navigate
SPECIAL OFFER
PET FRIENDLY
$775 - $1,350/mo
1-3 Beds
1-2 Baths
Oakwood Apartments | 2101 Oakwood Rd,
Ames, IA 50014
$1,170/mo
3 Beds
1 Bath
2519 Chamberlain St #3B-1Ba-1125Sqft,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$699/mo
Studio
1 Bath
4720 Mortensen Rd #5 1291,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,240/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
2618 Bobcat Dr #1B-1Ba-815Sqft,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$870/mo
3 Beds
2 Baths
4733 Toronto St #df5b1815a,
Ames, IA 50014
$950/mo
2 Beds
2 Baths
610 Stonehaven Dr #17,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$1,050 - $1,420/mo
3-4 Beds
2 Baths
Oaks | 216 S Kellogg Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$745 - $800/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
Suites on Lincoln Way | 2709 Lincoln Way,
Ames, IA 50014
SPECIAL OFFER
PET FRIENDLY
$800 - $1,395/mo
1-3 Beds
1-2 Baths
South Meadow | 321 S 5th St,
Ames, IA 50010
SPECIAL OFFER
PET FRIENDLY
$2,300/mo
3 Beds
3 Baths
Brick Towne Ames Townhomes | 560 W Crystal Loop,
Ames, IA 50010
FURNISHED
$500 - $600/mo
3-4 Beds
3-4 Baths
Campus Flats | 122 Hayward Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,140 - $1,225/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
Prairie West | 2330 Prairie Vw W,
Ames, IA 50010
Contact for price
3 Beds
2 Baths
Dickinson Apartments | 802 Dickinson Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$850/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
2644 Hunt St #5,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$1,900/mo
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,000 sqft
1315 5th St,
Nevada, IA 50201
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$940/mo
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
950 sqft
716 Wilson Ave #5,
Ames, IA 50010
APPLY INSTANTLY
$990/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,075 sqft
2405 Knapp St,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
$1,850/mo
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,200 sqft
1638 6th St,
Nevada, IA 50201
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$1,520/mo
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,048 sqft
828 4th St,
Nevada, IA 50201
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$1,985/mo
4 Beds
4 Baths
1,987 sqft
2416 Eaton Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
APPLY INSTANTLY
$950/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
931 sqft
2401 Knapp St #2401,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$1,100/mo
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,000 sqft
217 Campus Ave #2,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$2,100/mo
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,705 sqft
609 Stanton Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$2,400/mo
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,241 sqft
2827 Wood St,
Ames, IA 50014
NEW - 2 DAYS AGO
$775/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
621 9th St #b2bc1acbd,
Ames, IA 50010
$800/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
950 sqft
725 S 11th St #5,
Nevada, IA 50201
$850/mo
2 Beds
1 Bath
775 sqft
3426 Coy St #101,
Ames, IA 50014
$2,450/mo
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,277 sqft
2717 & 2721 London Dr,
Ames, IA 50010
$825 - $1,100/mo
1-3 Beds
1-2 Baths
227 Crystal St,
Ames, IA 50010
$1,270/mo
4 Beds
2 Baths
204 Jewel Dr #4,
Ames, IA 50010
$825/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
543 sqft
1423 K Ave,
Nevada, IA 50201
$700/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
725 S 11th St #17,
Nevada, IA 50201
$1,500/mo
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,638 sqft
503 Hayward Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,000/mo
1 Bed
1 Bath
950 sqft
2807 Bobcat Dr #104,
Ames, IA 50014
Explore by rental type - Single Family
41 houses for rent in Ames, IA
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$1,500/mo
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,054 sqft
3006 Ontario St,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
FURNISHED
ROOM FOR RENT
$600/mo
4 bd
2 ba
Room for rent
330 N Franklin Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
$2,600/mo
4 bd
3 ba
1,590 sqft
3419 Taft Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$1,500/mo
4 bd
1 ba
1,600 sqft
217 Dotson Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,680/mo
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,133 sqft
1220 Carroll Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
FURNISHED
ROOM FOR RENT
$800/mo
3 bd
2 ba
Room for rent
3718 Ross Rd,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
$3,250/mo
4 bd
3.5 ba
2,142 sqft
2708 Harrison Rd,
Ames, IA 50010
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$1,200/mo
2 bd
1 ba
967 sqft
512 10th St,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$1,595/mo
4 bd
2 ba
2,136 sqft
1667 W Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
$1,600/mo
2 bd
2 ba
816 sqft
714 Garden Rd,
Ames, IA 50010
Explore by rental type - Townhome
19 townhomes for rent in Ames, IA
$890/mo
2 bd
1 ba
1209 Clark Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$1,495/mo
3 bd
2 ba
1,400 sqft
2131 Sunset Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
$1,825/mo
3 bd
2 ba
2,000 sqft
2717 Bristol Dr,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$1,595/mo
3 bd
2.5 ba
1,350 sqft
307 Washington Ave #102,
Ames, IA 50010
$1,100/mo
2 bd
1 ba
1,000 sqft
426 Jeffrey Ln,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
$2,200/mo
3 bd
3 ba
2,200 sqft
714 Academy Cir,
Nevada, IA 50201
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$1,550/mo
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,218 sqft
1458 Truman Pl,
Ames, IA 50010
APPLY INSTANTLY
$2,450/mo
4 bd
3 ba
1,277 sqft
2721 London Dr,
Ames, IA 50010
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
FURNISHED
$1,550/mo
2 bd
1.5 ba
1,000 sqft
Address Not Disclosed,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$1,495/mo
3 bd
2 ba
1,400 sqft
2141 Sunset Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
Explore by feature - Air Conditioning
77 rentals with air conditioning in Ames, IA
PET FRIENDLY
$1,100/mo
1 bd
1 ba
815 sqft
2810 Bobcat Dr #104,
Ames, IA 50014
$2,500/mo
4 bd
3.5 ba
2,474 sqft
2917 Bayberry Rd,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$895/mo
1 bd
1 ba
500 sqft
212 Hayward Ave #204,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$850/mo
1 bd
1 ba
500 sqft
212 Hayward Ave #301,
Ames, IA 50014
$900/mo
2 bd
1 ba
885 sqft
814 Burnett Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
$800 - $900/mo
1-2 bd
1 ba
820 6th St, Nevada | 820 6th St,
Nevada, IA 50201
PET FRIENDLY
$1,495/mo
3 bd
2 ba
1,400 sqft
2131 Sunset Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
$1,825/mo
3 bd
2 ba
2,000 sqft
2717 Bristol Dr,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$795/mo
2 bd
1 ba
660 sqft
320 Stanton Ave #104,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,190/mo
4 bd
2 ba
1,300 sqft
211 S Kellogg Ave #4,
Ames, IA 50010
Explore by feature - Pet Friendly
58 pet-friendly rentals in Ames, IA
PET FRIENDLY
$1,100/mo
1 bd
1 ba
815 sqft
2810 Bobcat Dr #104,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,680/mo
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,133 sqft
1220 Carroll Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$895/mo
1 bd
1 ba
500 sqft
212 Hayward Ave #204,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,400/mo
4 bd
2 ba
110 S Wilmoth Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$850/mo
1 bd
1 ba
500 sqft
212 Hayward Ave #301,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,995/mo
4 bd
3 ba
1,583 sqft
2808 Oakland St,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,495/mo
3 bd
2 ba
1,400 sqft
2131 Sunset Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$795/mo
2 bd
1 ba
660 sqft
320 Stanton Ave #104,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,190/mo
4 bd
2 ba
1,300 sqft
211 S Kellogg Ave #4,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$695/mo
2 bd
1 ba
600 sqft
133 Beedle Dr #7,
Ames, IA 50014
Explore by feature - Garage
43 rentals with a garage in Ames, IA
PET FRIENDLY
$1,100/mo
1 bd
1 ba
815 sqft
2810 Bobcat Dr #104,
Ames, IA 50014
$800/mo
1 bd
1 ba
4713 Ontario St #3C,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,495/mo
3 bd
2 ba
1,400 sqft
2131 Sunset Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
$1,825/mo
3 bd
2 ba
2,000 sqft
2717 Bristol Dr,
Ames, IA 50010
$800/mo
2 bd
1 ba
800 sqft
4415 Toronto St #2,
Ames, IA 50014
$2,400/mo
4 bd
2.5 ba
2,098 sqft
2504 Somerset Dr,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$900/mo
2 bd
1 ba
1516 Delaware Ave #2,
Ames, IA 50014
$1,500/mo
3 bd
1 ba
780 sqft
713 Stanton Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
NEW - 1 DAY AGO
APPLY INSTANTLY
$1,100/mo
3 bd
1 ba
1,080 sqft
305 Abraham Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$930/mo
1 bd
1 ba
637 sqft
2321 Aspen Rd #103,
Ames, IA 50010
Explore by rental type - Single Family
41 houses for rent in Ames, IA
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$1,500/mo
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,054 sqft
3006 Ontario St,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
FURNISHED
ROOM FOR RENT
$600/mo
4 bd
2 ba
Room for rent
330 N Franklin Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
$2,600/mo
4 bd
3 ba
1,590 sqft
3419 Taft Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$1,500/mo
4 bd
1 ba
1,600 sqft
217 Dotson Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,680/mo
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,133 sqft
1220 Carroll Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
FURNISHED
ROOM FOR RENT
$800/mo
3 bd
2 ba
Room for rent
3718 Ross Rd,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
$3,250/mo
4 bd
3.5 ba
2,142 sqft
2708 Harrison Rd,
Ames, IA 50010
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$1,200/mo
2 bd
1 ba
967 sqft
512 10th St,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$1,595/mo
4 bd
2 ba
2,136 sqft
1667 W Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
$1,600/mo
2 bd
2 ba
816 sqft
714 Garden Rd,
Ames, IA 50010
Explore by rental type - Townhome
19 townhomes for rent in Ames, IA
$890/mo
2 bd
1 ba
1209 Clark Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$1,495/mo
3 bd
2 ba
1,400 sqft
2131 Sunset Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
$1,825/mo
3 bd
2 ba
2,000 sqft
2717 Bristol Dr,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$1,595/mo
3 bd
2.5 ba
1,350 sqft
307 Washington Ave #102,
Ames, IA 50010
$1,100/mo
2 bd
1 ba
1,000 sqft
426 Jeffrey Ln,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
$2,200/mo
3 bd
3 ba
2,200 sqft
714 Academy Cir,
Nevada, IA 50201
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$1,550/mo
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,218 sqft
1458 Truman Pl,
Ames, IA 50010
APPLY INSTANTLY
$2,450/mo
4 bd
3 ba
1,277 sqft
2721 London Dr,
Ames, IA 50010
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
FURNISHED
$1,550/mo
2 bd
1.5 ba
1,000 sqft
Address Not Disclosed,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$1,495/mo
3 bd
2 ba
1,400 sqft
2141 Sunset Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
Explore by feature - Air Conditioning
77 rentals with air conditioning in Ames, IA
PET FRIENDLY
$1,100/mo
1 bd
1 ba
815 sqft
2810 Bobcat Dr #104,
Ames, IA 50014
$2,500/mo
4 bd
3.5 ba
2,474 sqft
2917 Bayberry Rd,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$895/mo
1 bd
1 ba
500 sqft
212 Hayward Ave #204,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$850/mo
1 bd
1 ba
500 sqft
212 Hayward Ave #301,
Ames, IA 50014
$900/mo
2 bd
1 ba
885 sqft
814 Burnett Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
$800 - $900/mo
1-2 bd
1 ba
820 6th St, Nevada | 820 6th St,
Nevada, IA 50201
PET FRIENDLY
$1,495/mo
3 bd
2 ba
1,400 sqft
2131 Sunset Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
$1,825/mo
3 bd
2 ba
2,000 sqft
2717 Bristol Dr,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$795/mo
2 bd
1 ba
660 sqft
320 Stanton Ave #104,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,190/mo
4 bd
2 ba
1,300 sqft
211 S Kellogg Ave #4,
Ames, IA 50010
Explore by feature - Pet Friendly
58 pet-friendly rentals in Ames, IA
PET FRIENDLY
$1,100/mo
1 bd
1 ba
815 sqft
2810 Bobcat Dr #104,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,680/mo
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,133 sqft
1220 Carroll Ave,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$895/mo
1 bd
1 ba
500 sqft
212 Hayward Ave #204,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,400/mo
4 bd
2 ba
110 S Wilmoth Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$850/mo
1 bd
1 ba
500 sqft
212 Hayward Ave #301,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,995/mo
4 bd
3 ba
1,583 sqft
2808 Oakland St,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,495/mo
3 bd
2 ba
1,400 sqft
2131 Sunset Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$795/mo
2 bd
1 ba
660 sqft
320 Stanton Ave #104,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,190/mo
4 bd
2 ba
1,300 sqft
211 S Kellogg Ave #4,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$695/mo
2 bd
1 ba
600 sqft
133 Beedle Dr #7,
Ames, IA 50014
Explore by feature - Garage
43 rentals with a garage in Ames, IA
PET FRIENDLY
$1,100/mo
1 bd
1 ba
815 sqft
2810 Bobcat Dr #104,
Ames, IA 50014
$800/mo
1 bd
1 ba
4713 Ontario St #3C,
Ames, IA 50014
PET FRIENDLY
$1,495/mo
3 bd
2 ba
1,400 sqft
2131 Sunset Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
$1,825/mo
3 bd
2 ba
2,000 sqft
2717 Bristol Dr,
Ames, IA 50010
$800/mo
2 bd
1 ba
800 sqft
4415 Toronto St #2,
Ames, IA 50014
$2,400/mo
4 bd
2.5 ba
2,098 sqft
2504 Somerset Dr,
Ames, IA 50010
PET FRIENDLY
$900/mo
2 bd
1 ba
1516 Delaware Ave #2,
Ames, IA 50014
$1,500/mo
3 bd
1 ba
780 sqft
713 Stanton Ave,
Ames, IA 50014
NEW - 1 DAY AGO
APPLY INSTANTLY
$1,100/mo
3 bd
1 ba
1,080 sqft
305 Abraham Dr,
Ames, IA 50014
APPLY INSTANTLY
PET FRIENDLY
$930/mo
1 bd
1 ba
637 sqft
2321 Aspen Rd #103,
Ames, IA 50010

What Locals Say about Ames

Review Highlights

Ames buzzes with small-town ease, trails, ISU energy, quick drives, and family-friendly calm. People love its safety, trails, college-town buzz, easy commutes, and lively downtown. They dislike icy winters, party noise, some pricey pockets, busy roads, and summer lull.

AI-generated summary of moderated reviews.

Flag

Deemurphy45
Resident
1mo ago
Northridge, Ames
"It’s a great place to walk dogs and very close to a park."
0
Flag
samantha carhart
Resident
1y ago
"It’s a good location with an adequate amount of amenities available. There is a good amount of trails, parks as well. "
0
Flag
Pelkeykay21
Resident
2y ago
"Genuinely love being here, super kid friendly and safe to raise kids. Houses and apartments are nice and quiet. "
0
Flag
Trulia User
Visitor
3y ago
Brookside, Ames
"nice walks friendly folks, close to downtown and the parks and shopping and restaurants and public transit and my workplace and the university and skate park"
1
Flag
Trulia User
Resident
3y ago
Bloomington Heights, Ames
"It's a nice safe community that is idea for families and professionals. Many resources in the community. Close to Wal-Mart and other places. Great place for families."
1
Flag
Phay B
Resident
5y ago
"Everything is walking distance. Parks, food, stores, post office, city hall and the library, but still close enough to hear Jack Trice on game day! "
1
Flag
Emma D.
Resident
5y ago
"Easy access to the interstate or highways from any part of town. I usually commute to West Des Moines and it's usually an easy 40-minute drive. Still plenty close to the Des Moines area without being in it. "
2
Flag
Rjbjork28
Resident
5y ago
"Ames has a great downtown with Farmers Market and events sorting thru fall. Great outdoors trails and parks used year round by ISU students and residents."
1
Flag
Marcia B.
Resident
6y ago
"Many, many dog owners and lovers in the neighborhood. Dog walking is a common, daily activity for most of these people. Even non dog owners seem to like to see the dogs out and about. Owners are conscientious about picking up after their pets."
1
Flag
Deemurphy45
Resident
6y ago
Northridge, Ames
"Many dog owners walk this street to get to the park in the neighborhood. It’s a perfect place to walk dogs. Many people here have dogs."
3
Flag
Spencer L.
Resident
6y ago
"extremely nice for college. within walking distance to hyvee and the bus stop for isu. which is only a 2 minute drive away anyways."
0
Flag
Emma D.
Resident
6y ago
"Parks are leash-only, but observant and respectful owners can have their dogs off-leash. Lots of good sidewalks and open prairie for dogs to sniff around. "
1
Flag
Kari Z.
Resident
6y ago
"There is currently a park for kids with special needs being built, lots of young families, and not what you would assume of a college town."
2
Flag
Munia A.
Resident
6y ago
"Everyone’s very nice and respectful it’s just a good area to live in, in general. Strangers and neighbors you don’t know are very friendly easy to be comfortable."
1
Flag
Emily W.
Resident
6y ago
"I’ve lived here for 6 years and love the town! It has the feel of a small country town but the amenities of a city. "
2
Flag
Maple S.
Resident
6y ago
"Friendly neighbors. It’s quiet and beautiful. I feel safe walking around with my kids. People say hello."
0
Flag
Emily D. S.
Resident
6y ago
Westside, Ames
"They wouldn’t like the extra icy sidewalks in the winter. It’s impossible to walk for a few months of the year. "
7
Flag
Emily D. S.
Resident
6y ago
Westside, Ames
"My storage unit has been broken into twice with minor things stolen out of it. I wouldn’t recommend this area for families. "
4
Flag
Emily D. S.
Resident
6y ago
Westside, Ames
"This is within easy walking distance to Iowa State’s campus. I usually bike unless it’s raining or snowing, and that ride is super quick. It’s also a very short drive to HyVee for groceries. "
0
Flag
Tbaccam2017
Resident
6y ago
"It’s nice and quiet. Kept clean and looking really good. Other wise I would definitely recommend people to live in Ames."
0
Flag
Darren Q.
Resident
7y ago
"there are some undesirable kinds around but mostly they keep to themselves. train tracks are something you need to teach your kids"
0
Flag
Corgi girl
Resident
7y ago
"It's a dog friendly neighborhood, but it's also by two busy streets. my biggest qualm is that people dont pick up their trash and sometimes their dog's poop."
1
Flag
Cormier
Visitor
7y ago
Kate Mitchell, Ames
"Very cute area and safe if the ball runs into the road. People are sweet and helpful. But if you’re a city person, this is not for you! "
0
Flag
Scott N.
Resident
7y ago
North Old Town, Ames
"Turn of the last Century charm! Quite! Walk to stores, churches, events, restaurant! Dog walking is big here! Bike and skateboard friendly! Hoot Owls, Birds, Squirrels, Rabbits, Raccoons, Possums. Trees tons of ground cover plants. Shade!!!!"
0
Flag
Synthiajennings
Resident
7y ago
"Lived here a year and most of my neighbors are pretty friendly and worth getting to know. Ive had no issues with any crime or vandalism either all in all a great place to live"
0
Flag
Delainee G.
Resident
7y ago
"They would like that it’s not a high traffic area so less to worry about. They would see other dogs too. "
0
Flag
Brandon.b7364
Resident
7y ago
South Campus Area, Ames
"I’ve lived here for 2 years. It’s ISU owned housing so we have most amenities. It’s near Greek housing so there is a large party scene on the weekends. It’s also near Lincoln Way so it can be loud."
0
Flag
Mlcobarruvias
Resident
7y ago
Historic Old Town, Ames
"Safe neighborhood. Easy walk to downtown and Fareway. Love its proximity to the University while still being located near all the major shopping areas."
0
Flag
Holly K.
Resident
7y ago
"We have a dog friendly neighborhood and not a high crime area. We also have neighbors that decorate for most holidays and really look forward to see what they'll come up with."
0
Flag
Laryssa M.
Resident
7y ago
South Campus Area, Ames
"Its nice to live close to campus but it would be better if it had some grocery store near by. It feels safe and I like that the bars are right across the street!"
2
Flag
Holly K.
Resident
7y ago
"It is a nice quiet neighborhood and most owners keep their dogs on a leash or in their yard at all times."
1
Flag
Stephanie S.
Prev. Resident
7y ago
"I don't live in Ames .... I only work here.. the town is dead in the summer because all the college students are gone."
1
Flag

Average Rent Trends in Ames, IA

Rent in Ames, IA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.

Average rent increased in Aug 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.

Month	Average rent
Sep 2025	$1,237
Oct 2025	$1,195
Nov 2025	$1,175
Dec 2025	$1,099
Jan 2026	$1,093
Feb 2026	$1,099
Mar 2026	$1,095
Apr 2026	$1,064
May 2026	$1,065
Jun 2026	$1,065
Jul 2026	$1,066
Aug 2026	$1,156

View as a graph

Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In August 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.

	1 bed	2 beds	3 beds	4 beds	All
All home types	$860	$950	$1,495	$1,600	$1,150
Townhomes	—	$959	$1,495	$1,795	$1,545
Apartments and Condos	$895	$925	$1,170	$1,345	$975
Houses	$799	$925	$1,800	$1,800	$1,700

See more information about local market trends in Ames, IA

Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Ames, IA

What is the average rent of an apartment in Ames, IA?
The average rent of an apartment in Ames, IA is $927 per month. This is about 53% lower than the national average.
When is the average rent cheapest in Ames, IA?
In the last year, the average rent in Ames, IA was lowest in Feb 2025 when it was $985 per month.
When is the average rent most expensive in Ames, IA?
In the last year, the average rent in Ames, IA was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $1,237 per month.
How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Ames, IA?
The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Ames, IA is $860 per month. That is about $61 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
How many available rental listings are in Ames, IA?
There are 200 available rental listings in Ames, IA.
What colleges and universities are in Ames, IA?
Colleges and universities in Ames, IA include: Iowa State University.
What are some neighborhoods in Ames, IA?
Some neighborhoods in Ames, IA include: South Campus Area, Somerset Village, College Creek/Old Ames, Bloomington Heights, Oak-Riverside.
What are some zip codes in Ames, IA?
Ames, IA includes zip codes such as: 50014, 50010, 50105, 50011, 50012.
What are some cities near Ames, IA?
Some nearby cities include: Gilbert, Kelley, Nevada, Story City, Luther. These cities may have more rental options to explore.

View this page in Spanish: Ames, IA Apartments For Rent - 334 Rentals | Trulia

This page was last updated with listings on Jul 12, 2026 8:41 PM PDT

Ames, IA Apartments For Rent

203 rentals

Explore by rental type - Single Family

Explore by rental type - Townhome

Explore by feature - Air Conditioning

Explore by feature - Pet Friendly

Explore by feature - Garage

Explore by rental type - Single Family

Explore by rental type - Townhome

Explore by feature - Air Conditioning

Explore by feature - Pet Friendly

Explore by feature - Garage

What Locals Say about Ames

Review Highlights

Average Rent Trends in Ames, IA

Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Ames, IA

Nearby Rentals

Nearby Zip Codes

Popular Cities in Iowa

Ames Neighborhoods

Ames Rental Type

Find apartments in your budget

Find Specialty Housing

Schools in Ames, IA

Real Estate Guides