What does "Cheap" mean for Apartment rentals in Ames, IA?

Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a property might be found within the "Cheap Apartments" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable apartments are also relative to the other apartment inventory within Ames. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.

How to search for Cheap Apartments in Ames, IA?

When searching on HotPads for more affordable apartments, use the "Sort:" feature to sort apartments by Lowest Price for Ames. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Save search" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" apartments come on the market.

What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" apartment?

Although a larger multi-tenant building is less likely to negotiate rental terms there are a few things that don't hurt to try, including: Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent Ask about becoming an onsite property manager Educate yourself regarding the apartment rental market and market rates in Ames. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.

Affordable Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA from $350

Q: How many cheaper, more affordable apartments are available in Ames, IA?

There are 590 cheaper apartment units available for rent.

The Social West Ames, Ames, IA 50014
$350+ /mo
1 - 5 beds · 32 units available
The Social West AmesAmes, IA 50014
New Today
Call(515) 824-5679
121 Beach Avenue, Ames, IA 50014
$524+ /mo
1 - 4 beds · 1 - 3 baths · 700 - 2,000 sq ft
121 Beach AvenueAmes, IA 50014
Call(515) 579-5660
4216 Lincoln Swing - Studios, Ames, IA 50014
$525/mo
Studio · 1 units available
4216 Lincoln Swing - StudiosAmes, IA 50014
Call(515) 498-5186
3326 Story St, Ames, IA 50014
$525/mo
1 bed · 1 bath
3326 Story StAmes, IA 50014
Call(515) 758-9654
The Social Reserve, Ames, IA 50014
$529+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 35 units available
The Social ReserveAmes, IA 50014
Special Offer
The Grove, Ames, IA 50010
$605+ /mo
2 - 3 beds · 9 units available
The GroveAmes, IA 50010
3322 Story St, Ames, IA 50014
$625/mo
1 bed · 1 bath
3322 Story StAmes, IA 50014
3324 Story St, Ames, IA 50014
$625/mo
1 bed · 1 bath
3324 Story StAmes, IA 50014
Copper Beech, Ames, IA 50010
$640+ /mo
1 - 4 beds · 15 units available
Copper BeechAmes, IA 50010
2921 Lincoln Way #4, Ames, IA 50014
$664/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 480 sq ft
2921 Lincoln Way #4Ames, IA 50014View units
Campus Flats, Ames, IA 50014
$670+ /mo
2 - 4 beds · 2 - 4 baths · 864 - 1,290 sq ft
Campus FlatsAmes, IA 50014
133 Beedle Dr #7, Ames, IA 50014
$695/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 600 sq ft
133 Beedle Dr #7Ames, IA 50014
3309 West St #4, Ames, IA 50014
$695/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 810 sq ft
3309 West St #4Ames, IA 50014
2929 West St, Ames, IA 50014
$700+ /mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 600 - 650 sq ft
2929 West StAmes, IA 50014
2931 West St, Ames, IA 50014
$700+ /mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 600 - 650 sq ft
2931 West StAmes, IA 50014
2700 Lincoln, Ames, IA 50014
$705+ /mo
Studio - 5 beds · 21 units available
2700 LincolnAmes, IA 50014
Special Offer
Downtown, Affordable, Secure Building, Ames, IA 50014
$725/mo
2 beds · 1 units available
Downtown, Affordable, Secure BuildingAmes, IA 50014
2921 Woodland St, Ames, IA 50014
$735/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 700 sq ft
2921 Woodland StAmes, IA 50014
Suites on Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014
$745+ /mo
1 bed · 1 bath
Suites on Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50014
211 Lynn Ave #111, Ames, IA 50014
$750/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft
211 Lynn Ave #111Ames, IA 50014View units
626 S 16th St #17, Ames, IA 50010
$750/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 800 sq ft
626 S 16th St #17Ames, IA 50010
4606 Ontario, Ames, IA 50014
$760/mo
1 - 2 beds · 1 bath · 800 - 850 sq ft
4606 OntarioAmes, IA 50014
3319 Story St., Ames, IA 50014
$775+ /mo
2 - 4 beds · 1 - 1.5 baths
3319 Story St.Ames, IA 50014
Comfortable Old Home converted into Apartments, Ames, IA 50014
$775/mo
1 bed · 3 units available
Comfortable Old Home converted into ApartmentsAmes, IA 50014
210 Campus Ave, Ames, IA 50014
$775/mo
1 bed · 1 units available
210 Campus AveAmes, IA 50014
1217 Delaware, Ames, IA 50014
$790+ /mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 850 - 1,000 sq ft
1217 DelawareAmes, IA 50014
1225 Delaware Ave, Ames, IA 50014
$790+ /mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 850 - 1,000 sq ft
1225 Delaware AveAmes, IA 50014
Riverbirch, Ames, IA 50010
$795+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 2 units available
RiverbirchAmes, IA 50010
New Today
1108 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010
$795/mo
1 bed · 1 bath · 924 sq ft
1108 Grand AveAmes, IA 50010
1007 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010
$795/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 800 sq ft
1007 Lincoln WayAmes, IA 50010
South Oak, Ames, IA 50010
$795+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 9 units available
South OakAmes, IA 50010
New Today
207 Todd Cir #207, Ames, IA 50014
$795/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 768 sq ft
207 Todd Cir #207Ames, IA 50014
2644 Hunt Street, Ames, IA 50014
$795/mo
2 beds · 1 units available
2644 Hunt StreetAmes, IA 50014
320 Stanton Ave #104, Ames, IA 50014
$795/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 660 sq ft
320 Stanton Ave #104Ames, IA 50014
South Meadow, Ames, IA 50010
$799+ /mo
1 - 3 beds · 23 units available
South MeadowAmes, IA 50010
New Today
608 16th St #608, Ames, IA 50010
$800/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft
608 16th St #608Ames, IA 50010
4415 Toronto St #2, Ames, IA 50014
$800/mo
2 beds · 1 bath · 800 sq ft
4415 Toronto St #2Ames, IA 50014
4713 Ontario St #3C, Ames, IA 50014
$800/mo
1 bed · 1 bath
4713 Ontario St #3CAmes, IA 50014
4409 Toronto St #1-3, Ames, IA 50014
$800/mo
2 beds · 1 bath
4409 Toronto St #1-3Ames, IA 50014
4915 Todd Dr, Ames, IA 50014
$805+ /mo
1 - 2 beds · 2 units available
4915 Todd DrAmes, IA 50014