$2,400
3 beds2.5 baths1,715 sqftHouse
3304 University Blvd, Ames, IA, 50010
3-Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ames, IA
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$995
3 beds2 baths1,127 sqftApartment
219 Crystal St, Ames, IA, 50010
$1,305
3 beds1 bath1,125 sqftApartment
2519 Chamberlain St., Ames, IA, 50014
$1,995
3 beds2.5 baths2,000 sqftTownhome
2717 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA, 50010
$1,100
3 beds1.5 baths1,155 sqftApartment
909/911 North Dakota, Ames, IA, 50014
$2,500
3 beds2.5 baths1,814 sqftTownhome
2005 Lacey Dr., Ames, IA, 50010
$1,050
3 beds2 bathsApartment
227 Crystal St, Ames, IA, 50010
$995
3 beds2 bathsApartment
223 Crystal St, Ames, IA, 50010
$1,680
3 beds1.5 baths1,133 sqftHouse
1220 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA, 50010
$999
3 beds2 baths1,026 sqftApartment
1209 North Dakota Ave, Ames, IA, 50014
$2,400
3 beds2.5 baths1,445 sqftApartment
2005-2021 Aikman Drive, Ames, IA, 50010
$1,170
3 beds1 bath1,125 sqftApartment
2519 Chamberlain St., Ames, IA, 50014
$840
3 beds1.5 baths939 sqftApartment
4733 Toronto St., Ames, IA, 50014
$1,300
3 beds2 baths932 sqftHouse
1510 Delaware Avenue #3, Ames, IA, 50014
$2,000
3 beds3 baths1,512 sqftHouse
403 Juniper St, Ames, IA, 50010
$2,000
3 beds3 baths1,512 sqftHouse
401 Juniper St, Ames, IA, 50010
$1,330
3 beds1.5 baths1,092 sqftApartment
1107 Delaware, Ames, IA, 50014
$2,000
3 beds3 baths1,512 sqftHouse
407 Juniper St, Ames, IA, 50010
$2,000
3 beds3 baths1,512 sqftHouse
409 Juniper St, Ames, IA, 50010
$1,095
3 beds1 bath800 sqftApartment
321 Stanton Ave, Ames, IA, 50014
$1,350
3 beds2 baths1,300 sqftApartment
2101 Oakwood Road, Ames, IA, 50014
$1,350
3 beds2 baths1,300 sqftApartment
2101 Oakwood Road, Ames, IA, 50014
$1,450
3 beds2 baths1,300 sqftApartment
2101 Oakwood Road, Ames, IA, 50014
$1,450
3 beds2 baths1,300 sqftApartment
2101 Oakwood Road, Ames, IA, 50014
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Load moreWhat to Know Before Renting a 3-Bedroom Apartment in Ames, IA
Three-bedroom rentals in Ames give households room for kids, pets, and storage without leaving the metro. Before signing, confirm bedroom sizes, closet counts, and whether the layout puts bedrooms on the same hall for easier kid supervision. Yard access, garage parking, and utility splits matter more on larger units — ask what is included in rent and who maintains outdoor space. In Ames, 3-bedroom inventory is thinner than smaller unit types, so set alerts and respond quickly when a match appears.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Renting a 3-Bedroom Apartment in Ames, IA
In Ames, 3-bedrooms average $1,340/mo versus $988/mo for a 2-bedroom. For solo renters on a tight budget, compare both filters on Rentler before applying. If you work from home or spend significant time in your apartment, the extra separation of a larger unit may be worth the difference.
Pet policies on 3-bedroom apartments vary by landlord and building — there's no blanket rule. Use Rentler's pet-friendly filter to narrow your search, then confirm breed, weight, and deposit requirements directly with the landlord before applying.
Furnished 3-bedrooms are available in Ames but represent a smaller share of total inventory compared to unfurnished units. Use Rentler's furnished filter to surface move-in-ready options. Furnished units are most common in newer construction buildings and in complexes that cater to corporate or short-term renters.
Most landlords in Ames require gross monthly income of 2.5–3x the monthly rent. For a 3-bedroom at Ames's current average of $1,340/mo, that means demonstrating roughly 2.5–3x that amount in gross income. If you're below that threshold, a co-signer, larger security deposit, or prepaid rent may be accepted by some landlords — always worth asking.
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