Ames Townhomes with Pool - Townhouses with a Swimming Pool in Ames, IA

Ames, IA Townhouses for Rent

Ames, home to Iowa State University and situated approximately 30 miles north of Des Moines, offers a welcoming environment for those seeking apartments for rent in this college town. Known as the birthplace of the world's first electronic digital computer, Ames combines an academic atmosphere with small-city appeal, with average rental rates ($883 for one-bedroom units) falling well below the national average. Apartments for rent in Ames are distributed throughout neighborhoods surrounding the university's central campus, with the Campustown area offering multiple housing options near campus.

The city's location at the intersection of Interstate 35 and U.S. Route 30 makes commuting convenient, while its walkability (ranked third highest in the U.S. for percentage of commuters who walk to work) supports an active lifestyle. Residents have access to several parks including Brookside Park and Ada Hayden Heritage Park, cultural venues like the Brunnier Art Museum, and are near major employers including Iowa State University, Mary Greeley Medical Center, and various USDA research facilities. With consistently low unemployment rates and a population of over 66,000 residents, Ames offers educational opportunities and career options in central Iowa.

Renting in Ames

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 412 Sq Ft $759 / mo
1 Bedroom 620 Sq Ft $892 / mo
2 Bedrooms 902 Sq Ft $1,069 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,144 Sq Ft $1,317 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,345 Sq Ft $1,792 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Ames

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Fort Dodge/Ames 674 Sq Ft $791/mo
North Ames 693 Sq Ft $820/mo
East Ames 629 Sq Ft $871/mo
South Ames 694 Sq Ft $954/mo
West Ames 659 Sq Ft $955/mo
Campustown 529 Sq Ft $1,165/mo

Getting Around Ames

Transportation

52

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore^® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.

71

Very Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore^® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

0

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore^® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Scores provided by Walk Score^ⓘ

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Iowa State University

Public University

Des Moines Area C.C., Boone Boone Campus

Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny Ankeny Campus

Public University

7

Ames High School

out of 10 Rating

Public | Grades 9- 12 | 1,403 Students

4

Ames Middle School

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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 1,002 Students

7

Fellows Elementary School

out of 10 Rating

Public | Grades K- 5 | 528 Students

7

Kate Mitchell Elementary School

out of 10 Rating

Public | Grades K- 5 | 290 Students

6

Meeker Elementary School

out of 10 Rating

Public | Grades K- 5 | 351 Students

4

Abbie Sawyer Elementary School

out of 10 Rating

Public | Grades K- 5 | 367 Students

3

Edwards Elementary School

out of 10 Rating

Public | Grades K- 5 | 450 Students

School data provided by Great Schools^ⓘ

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Townhomes for Rent in Ames, IA with a Swimming Pool

BrickTowne Ames Townhomes

2629 Stange Rd

3420 Harcourt Dr

1448 Breckinridge Ct

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