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2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA

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2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA. 10 Rentals Available
  • the living room and kitchen of an apartment with white walls and carpet
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    2505 Jensen Ave, Ames, IA 50010
    2 BEDS $780
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a kitchen
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    200 West Crystal Street, Ames, IA 50010
    2 BEDS $1,275+
  • a living room with a ceiling fan and a carpet
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    450 E 7Th St, Ames, IA 50010
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $905

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    1309 S. Linn St, BOONE, IA 50036
    2 BEDS $825
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a fireplace
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    1735 NW Fieldstream Lane, Ankeny, IA 50023
    2 BEDS $1,332+
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Ames, IA rent trends

Rental prices in Ames, IA have increased by 2.33% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,194 to $1,222.

Check out the average rent prices in Ames by neighborhood.

The average price of rental apartments nationwide is $1,741, while the monthly rent in Ames, IA is $1,222, on average.

Average rent in Ames, IA

$1,222/mo Ames, IA average rental price, January 2026
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The monthly rate for Ames, IA apartments is on average $1,222.

    What's the typical rent budget in Ames, IA?

    Approximately 33% of apartments in Ames, IA charge rents around ≤ $1000. A share of 50% of Ames’s rental apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. In the rent range of $1,501-$2,000 there are 16% apartment units. 1% of the city’s apartments are in the price range of $2,501-$3,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Ames, IA (50%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Ames, IA

    15 /100
    Car-Dependent
    38 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 15, Bike Score®: 38

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the price of a 2 bedroom apartment in Ames, IA?

    How many 2 bedroom apartments for rent are available in Ames, IA on RentCafe?

    There are 9 2 bedroom rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Ames, IA were last updated on 25 Feb 2026.

    What is the average size of a 2 bedroom apartment in Ames, IA?

    The average Ames, IA 2 bedroom apartment size is 1,030 sq. ft.

    What are the advantages of renting a 2 bedroom apartment in Ames, IA?

    2 bedroom apartments offer more space compared to 1 bedroom or studio apartments. They are more suitable for 2 persons.

    What are the downsides of renting a 2 bedroom apartment in Ames, IA?

    A 2 bedroom apartment is usually slightly more expensive than a 1 bedroom apartment.