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  22. Building Photo - 4105 Harris St
    4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $2,250
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    Base Rent$2,250
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    Total Monthly Price$2,250

    4105 Harris St

    4105 Harris St, Ames, IA 50014
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  23. 5 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $2,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,200
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    Total Monthly Price$2,200

    3202 Lincoln Way

    3202 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014
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    4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,695
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    Base Rent$1,695
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    Total Monthly Price$1,695

    1412 North Dakota Ave Unit 1412

    1412 North Dakota Ave, Ames, IA 50014
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  26. 4 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,800
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    Base Rent$1,800
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,800

    217 Dotson Dr

    217 Dotson Dr, Ames, IA 50014
  27. 5 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $585
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$585
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$585

    333 Rockwell Ave

    333 Rockwell Ave, Ames, IA 50014
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    4 BEDS
    $849

    BlockOne

    2320 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014

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Ames is home to Iowa State University, which enrolls over 30,000 students and brings an energetic atmosphere to the city's economy. Located about 30 miles north of Des Moines in central Iowa, the city also houses major research facilities including the Ames Laboratory and the USDA National Animal Disease Center. When you're searching for apartments for rent in Ames, you'll discover plenty of options—from budget-friendly studios averaging around $758 per month to spacious three-bedroom units averaging $1,367, so there's something for every renter's budget.

The city makes it easy to grab dinner or shop in Campustown near the university campus and in the Downtown district, where you'll find local businesses and the Octagon Center for the Arts. For outdoor fun, head to Brookside Park or Ada Hayden Heritage Park, where trails and natural wetlands give you room to walk, jog, or just enjoy nature. Getting around is simple with the CyRide transit system connecting major areas throughout Ames—perfect if you're commuting to Iowa State University or one of the research facilities nearby. With its mix of top-notch educational institutions, solid job opportunities, and affordable apartment communities, Ames offers a smart living choice in central Iowa.

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Ames High School

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Public
Grades 9-12
1,403 Students
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Ames Middle School

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Grades 6-8
1,002 Students
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Fellows Elementary School

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Grades K-5
528 Students
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Meeker Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-5
351 Students
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Kate Mitchell Elementary School

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Grades K-5
290 Students
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Edwards Elementary School

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Grades K-5
450 Students
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Abbie Sawyer Elementary School

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Grades K-5
367 Students

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