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1 bath
$1,165
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1 bath
$1,150–$1,305
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1 bath
$950–$1,150
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2–4 baths
$500–$2,680
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Condo for rent in Ames
930 6th St, Ames, IA 50010
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$950
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Available Oct 1
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2 beds
1 bath
$1,130
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2–3 beds
2 baths
$950–$995
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2 beds
1 bath
$915–$1,015
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2 beds
1 bath
$945
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3–4 beds
2 baths
$930–$1,220
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2 beds
0 baths
$895
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2 beds
1 bath
$795
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2 beds
1 bath
$895
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1 bed
1 bath
$620–$695
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Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$660–$780
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Westside N.A. apartment for rent in Ames
330 N Franklin Ave, Ames, IA 50014
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
4 beds
2 baths
$600
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Available Oct 1
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2 beds
1 bath
$925
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Edwards townhouse for rent in Ames
4 beds
2 baths
$1,800
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,400
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2 beds
1 bath
$900
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1 bed
1 bath
$775
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,165–$1,425
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State Ave house for rent in Ames
5 beds
3 baths
$2,800
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Available Aug 1
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Studio
1 bath
$625
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2 beds
1 bath
$850
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4 beds
2 baths
$1,275
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2–4 beds
2 baths
$975–$1,270
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4 beds
4 baths
$650
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5356 Mortensen Rd, Ames, IA 50014
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$1,220
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State Ave house for rent in Ames
4 beds
3 baths
$2,450
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3 beds
2 baths
$1,275
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1 bed
1 bath
$735
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3 beds
2 baths
$1,530
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3 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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1525 Little Bluestem Ct, Ames, IA 50014
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Dishwasher
3 beds
1 bath
$1,200
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2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$1,120–$1,235
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,395
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3d ago
Grand-Summit house for rent in Ames
2 beds
1 bath
$925
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1–3 beds
1 bath
$650–$1,005
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1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$850–$1,215
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2 beds
1 bath
$790–$820
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2 beds
1 bath
$790–$820
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1 bed
1 bath
$869–$1,239
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Available Aug 18
3d ago
2126 Cottonwood Rd, Ames, IA 50014
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,015
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4 beds
3 baths
$650
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3 beds
2 baths
$2,400
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South Campus Area house for rent in Ames
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,800
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1–2 beds
1 bath
$805–$930
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3d ago
Townhouse for rent in Ames
2 beds
2 baths
$1,250
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Available Oct 1
3d ago
South Campus Area apartment for rent in Ames
532 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,800
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Available Sep 1
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As of today, Ames' median rent price is $970 per month, which is down 10%, or $109, compared to last year.
Median rent
$970
YoY change
−10%
−$109/mo
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132
| Size | Value | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| All bedrooms | $970 | −10% |
| 1 bedroom | $925 | N/A |
| 2 bedroom | $947 | −8% |
Ames, IA, often attracts attention for its vibrant atmosphere centered around Iowa State University. Residents appreciate the abundance of parks, green spaces, and local events that make outdoor activities accessible. The downtown area is lively with shops and restaurants, fostering a sense of engagement among locals. However, some people note that the cost of living can be a bit high, particularly for housing, which may be a consideration for renters looking for affordability. Overall, the local culture seems to blend academic life with community enjoyment.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Ames average around $870/month and two-bedrooms approximately $1,030/month.
April offers the lowest rents in Ames with roughly a 10% difference compared to November's peak prices. December and September are the least competitive months with lower overall demand.
Oak Riverside and Brandshell offer high walk scores and quality street infrastructure, while Downtown Ames and South Campus Area provide vibrant restaurant scenes and frequent transit options for social connectivity.
Edwards offers one-bedrooms at around $780/month, which is 13% lower than the city median. Sawyer West and South Campus Area also provide affordable options with median rents around $1,040 and $1,110 respectively.
Based on Zumper's current listings, roughly 23% of Ames rentals are pet-friendly, which works out to about 108 pet-welcoming apartments each month. South Ames Business, Oak Riverside, Ferndale/Furman, and Brandshell offer the best pet amenities with dedicated spaces and dog parks.
In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are extremely rare in Ames, showing up in under 0.1% of units across all apartment sizes.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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