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Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA under $900

Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA under $900. 22 Rentals Available
22 Rentals Available
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  • 4 units available
    1 bd $700
    2 bd $795
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    3.5 (24)
    2505 Jensen Ave, Ames, IA 50010
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $875+
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    4.0 (16)
    4611 Mortensen #106, Ames, IA 50014
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 1 unit left
    1 bd $900
    Base rent
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    4.0 (82)
    4611 Mortensen #106, Ames, IA 50014
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Only 2 units left
    1 bd $825+
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    4.0 (147)
    4611 Mortensen Rd. #106, Ames, IA 50014
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • 5 units available
    3 bd $890+
    Base rent Income restricted
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    3250 Tripp St, Ames, IA 50014
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    4.5 (4)
    450 E 7Th St, Ames, IA 50010
    Apply online • Dishwasher • Air conditioner

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  • Rent specials 7 units available
    2 bd $895
    Base rent
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    1309 S. Linn St, BOONE, IA 50036
    Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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When were prices and availability in Ames, IA last updated?

Prices and availability in Ames, IA were last updated on 12 Aug 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.

Renting apartments in Ames, IA under $900

Searching for apartments for rent in Ames, IA under $900 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Ames, IA, where the average rent is $952 per month, there are 22 units available for less than $900. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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