Average Rent in Ames, IA
13 apartment buildings, 54 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Cheapest
$600/mo
Campus Properties
Properties
13
tracked daily
Units
54
available now
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Ames, IA Rent Prices
All 13 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Campus Properties
2309 Knapp St, Ames, IA 50014, USA
Riverbirch
201 S 5th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA
South Oak
221 S Oak Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA
West Towne
4720 Mortensen Rd, Ames, IA 50014, USA
Friedrich Properties
100 6th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA
South Meadow
321 S 5th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA
Maple Glen
229 S 5th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Campus Properties 2309 Knapp St, Ames, IA 50014, USA | $600 | $1,525 | $1.10 | 4.9 (12) | 4 |
| 2 | Riverbirch 201 S 5th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA | $695 | $822 | $1.39 | 4.4 (33) | 6 |
| 3 | South Oak 221 S Oak Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA | $795 | $848 | $1.39 | 3.7 (6) | 4 |
| 4 | West Towne 4720 Mortensen Rd, Ames, IA 50014, USA | $799 | $1,075 | -- | 4.3 (363) | 2 |
| 5 | Friedrich Properties 100 6th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA | $800 | $1,000 | $1.11 | 4 (15) | 4 |
| 6 | South Meadow 321 S 5th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA | $800 | $932 | $1.34 | 4.1 (58) | 17 |
| 7 | Maple Glen 229 S 5th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA | $860 | $989 | $1.31 | 4.1 (15) | 4 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Campus Properties
4.9 (12)2309 Knapp St, Ames, IA 50014, USA
Riverbirch
4.4 (33)201 S 5th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA
South Oak
3.7 (6)221 S Oak Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA
West Towne
4.3 (363)4720 Mortensen Rd, Ames, IA 50014, USA
Friedrich Properties
4 (15)100 6th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA
South Meadow
4.1 (58)321 S 5th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA
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Ames, IA neighborhoods
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Ames, IA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Ames, IA is $1,043 per month, based on 54 units across 13 apartment communities. Prices range from $600 at Campus Properties to $2,400 at Campus Properties.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $747/mo | $695/mo | 2 |
| 1 Bed | $855/mo | $795/mo | 21 |
| 2 Bed | $1,042/mo | $800/mo | 20 |
| 3 Bed | $1,288/mo | $999/mo | 6 |
| 4 Bed | $1,660/mo | $600/mo | 5 |
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Ames, IA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$42,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,043/mo.
Comfortable income
$50,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($600/mo), you need to earn at least $24,000/year.
Cost of living in Ames, IA
We only have live rent data for Ames, IA so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,043 |
| Estimated total | $1,043/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in Iowa
How Ames, IA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Ames, IA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, IA | $1,268 | +22% | -3.3% | 15 |
| Ankeny, IA | $1,436 | +38% | -1.2% | 11 |
| West Des Moines, IA | $1,624 | +56% | +0.8% | 10 |
| Sioux City, IA | $1,124 | +8% | -0.1% | 9 |
| Waterloo, IA | $1,521 | +46% | +19% | 9 |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | $1,143 | +10% | +8.8% | 7 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Ames, IA?
The average rent in Ames, IA is $1,043 per month, based on 54 units across 13 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Ames, IA?
The median asking rent in Ames, IA is $950 per month, computed from 54 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $1,043/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Ames, IA?
The lowest available rent in Ames, IA starts at $600 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Ames, IA?
1-bedroom apartments in Ames, IA average $855/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $795/mo across 21 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Ames, IA?
2-bedroom apartments in Ames, IA average $1,042/mo. Units start from $800/mo across 20 units currently listed.
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