Ames, IA Homes for Rent under $500

The Social West Ames® is located just west of the Iowa State University campus, providing you with the opportunity to walk, bike, or CyRide to campus with ease. We offer three different buildings that cater to your needs - options for 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5-bedroom floor plans - including both apartment and townhome style with modern interiors including stainless steel appliances, hardwood flooring,

The Social West Ames®

The Social West Ames is located just west of the Iowa State University campus, providing you with the opportunity to walk, bike, or CyRide to campus with ease. The community is also close to many exciting nearby attractions such as West Towne Pub, Kingpin Pizza, Cafe Milo, North Grand Mall, Cinemark Movies 12, and Perfect Games. Our one, two, three, four and five-bedroom apartments and townhomes

The Social Reserve

Welcome to The Madison, where student living meets comfort, convenience, and community. Located just minutes from Iowa State University, our prime location keeps you close to campus while putting the best of Ames within easy reach. Choose from spacious three- and four-bedroom apartment homes, available in both furnished and unfurnished options, so you can create a space that fits your lifestyle.

The Madison Apartments

Make the most of your student years at The Quarters Ames. Our pet-friendly two and three bedroom apartments near Iowa State University feature comfortable digs surrounded by stellar community amenities that are far from ordinary. With quiet study areas, a fabulous fitness center, and a resort-style pool and hot tub, The Quarters Ames is your ideal destination.

The Quarters Ames

Cooper Beech offers off campus student living in Ames, Iowa. Our 1, 2, 3, & 4-bedrom pet-friendly apartments and townhomes feature fully equipped kitchens, private bedrooms and bathroom, in-unit washer and dryers, and so much more. Our residents come home to luxury amenities, such as a 24-hour fitness center, resort style pool, resident lounge with bistro and so much more! Schedule a tour

Copper Beech

You'll love these New York Style lofts in a fantastic campus town location one block away from Iowa State University! The Lofts features stainless steel appliances, ceramic and hardwood flooring, onsite fitness center, and available covered parking!

The Lofts

Rent by Rooms available for immediate availability!Currently renting all unit types for August 2026!!1/2 Month FREE for August apartments. Discounted Security DepositCampus Flats 122 Hayward Ave, Ames, IA 50014Campus Flats is a brand new high end student housing across the street from Iowa State University. This is unbeatable living in an outstanding location. You

Campus Flats