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Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA under $1200

Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA under $1200. 129 Rentals Available
129 Rentals Available
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  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $695
    2 bd $790
    Base rent
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    3.5 (24)
    2505 Jensen Ave, Ames, IA 50010
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 55 units available
    1 bd $1,050+
    Base rent
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    4.5 (293)
    200 West Crystal Street, Ames, IA 50010
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 8 units available
    1 bd $1,000
    2 bd $1,100+
    Base rent
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    4.0 (163)
    Fountain View Apartments, Ames, IA 50014
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 8 units available
    1 bd $950
    2 bd $1,050
    Base rent
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    4.0 (38)
    Coconino Apartments, Ames, IA 50014
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $900+
    2 bd $975+
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    4.0 (82)
    4611 Mortensen #106, Ames, IA 50014
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $825
    2 bd $1,025+
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    4.0 (147)
    The Ridge At Fountainview Apartments, Ames, IA 50014
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $925
    2 bd $1,075
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    4.0 (31)
    Westport Apartments, Ames, IA 50014
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $875+
    2 bd $950+
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    4.0 (16)
    West View Apartments, Ames, IA 50014
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    2 bd $990+
    3 bd $1,050+
    Base rent
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    919 S 16TH ST, AMES, IA 50010
    Apply online • Fitness center • Dishwasher
  • Pointe West I Apartments 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
    4 units available
    3 bd $1,125
    Base rent
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    3.5 (22)
    Pointe West I Apartments, Ames, IA 50014
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  • Only 1 unit left
    2 bd $1,153
    Base rent Income restricted
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    3250 Tripp St, Ames, IA 50014
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  • 4 units available
    2 bd $975+
    3 bd $1,050+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    4.5 (6)
    919 S 16Th St, Ames, IA 50010
    Apply online • Parking • Fitness center
  • 4 units available
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    Income restricted
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    4.5 (4)
    450 E 7Th St, Ames, IA 50010
    Apply online • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
  • 2 bd $990
    Base rent
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    2401 Knapp St, Ames, IA 50014
    Air conditioner • Washer/Dryer
  • 3 bd $1,200
    Base rent
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    2401 Knapp St, Ames, IA 50014
    Washer/Dryer

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  • Rent specials 21 units available
    1 bd $1,200
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    300 Anthem Drive, Huxley, IA 50124
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Rent specials 7 units available
    2 bd $895
    3 bd $995
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    1309 S. Linn St, BOONE, IA 50036
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • 1 bd $1,002+
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    4.5 (9)
    1735 NW Fieldstream Lane, Ankeny, IA 50023
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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When were prices and availability in Ames, IA last updated?

Prices and availability in Ames, IA were last updated on 30 Jul 2026.

What are the best apartments in Ames, IA?
What type of rental buildings are in Ames, IA?

In Ames, 58% of the residents are renting compared to 42% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 11% of Ames's rentals, 79% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 10% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Ames, IA under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in Ames, IA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Ames, IA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 18 apartments for rent below $1,200 in Ames, IA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.