$1,900
Total Monthly Price
217 Dotson Dr
Ames, IA 50014
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Bedrooms
4
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Bathrooms
1
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Square Feet
1,600 sq ft
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Available
Available Aug 1
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- Pets Allowed
217 Dotson Dr
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About This Home
12 Month Lease,
$1,900 deposit,
Available Aug 1
Pets: Allowed - One-time Pet Fee Key Features In-unit washer and dryer included Large backyard - Mowing is done by the tenant Snow removal - Snow removal is done by tenat Tenant pays all utilities A few blocks from CyRide bus routes for easy campus transit Walking distance to grocery stores, restaurants, and neighborhood amenities Charming 4-bedroom home at 217 Dotson Drive with an in-unit washer and dryer and a large backyard. Ideal location a few blocks from CyRide routes and within walking distance to grocery stores and local shops. Tenant is liable for lawn mowing, snow removal, and all utilities. Available on a 12-month lease. Great for students, faculty, or families looking for convenient transit access and neighborhood amenities.
217 Dotson Dr is a house located in Story County and the 50014 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Ames Community School District attendance zone.
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.
House Features
- Washer/Dryer
- Lawn
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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- Cats Allowed
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Located in central Iowa, Ames combines the energy of a college town with welcoming community spirit. As home to Iowa State University, this city of over 66,000 residents offers educational opportunities alongside comfortable living. The rental market reflects steady growth, with average rents ranging from $756 for studios to $1,792 for four-bedroom units. Campustown pulses with activity near the university, while the Downtown district features local shops and the Octagon Center for the Arts.
Outdoor recreation abounds at Brookside Park and Ada Hayden Heritage Park, where residents enjoy trails and natural wetlands. The city hosts significant research facilities, including the USDA National Animal Disease Center and the Ames Laboratory. The CyRide transit system connects major areas throughout the city, making commuting convenient for residents.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 11.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 40 min | 30.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 43 min | 35.0 mi |
217 Dotson Dr is within 5 minutes or 2.1 miles from Iowa State University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Boone and Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
450 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
254 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,002 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,403 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
87 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
21 Students
Nearby
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Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Amenities
- Washer/Dryer
- Lawn
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217 Dotson Dr
Ames, IA 50014