• 522 5th st - 520 5th St
  • 522 5th st - 520 5th St
    522 5th st - 520 5th St
  • 522 5th st - 520 5th St
    522 5th st - 520 5th St

520 5th St

520 5th St, Ames, IA 50010

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Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Pet policies are negotiable.

  • Other Pets Allowed
  • Monthly pet rent
    $0
  • One time Fee
    $100
  • Pet deposit
    $0
  • Weight limit
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  • Pet Limit
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  • Restrictions:
    Pets are negotiable and monthly fees are required depending on the type and size of the pet. There is a one time fee of $100 that is not refundable.

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Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Heat
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Property Information

  • Built in 1922
  • 5 units/2 stories

About 520 5th St Ames, IA 50010

Discover your new place at 520 5th St. You'll find this community in the Downtown Ames area of Ames. From pricing to features, the leasing staff will assist you in finding your ideal place. Stop by the leasing office to see everything we have to offer.

520 5th St is an apartment community located in Story County and the 50010 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Ames Community attendance zone.

Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Trash Pickup - Curbside
  • Public Transportation

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

High Speed Internet Access

Microwave

Refrigerator

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Gas Range
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Basement
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City - Ames

Situated in the heart of America's Heartland, Ames is a college town in central Iowa. The city wraps around its stellar Iowa State University, the state's flagship university and a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. Living in Ames, you'll be able to visit the university's museums, including the Brunnier Art Museum, the Anderson Sculpture Garden, and the Farm House Museum -- a National Historic Landmark, built in 1860 and the first building on campus. You'll also be able to attend Iowa State Cyclones sports events. The football team began in 1878 and is now part of NCAA Division I as a member of the Big 12 Conference.

If you are looking at apartments in Ames, you may already be aware that the city has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 3.6 percent. Major employers include ISU, Mary Greeley Medical Center, Ames Laboratory, and GlobalVetLINK.

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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Trash Pickup - Curbside
  • Public Transportation
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Gas Range
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Basement
Expenses
One-Time
Other Fee(s) $100
Utilities Included
Gas, Water, Heat, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday By Appointment
Tuesday By Appointment
Wednesday By Appointment
Thursday By Appointment
Friday By Appointment
Saturday By Appointment
Sunday By Appointment
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Iowa State University
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Boone
Drive: 23 min 17.0 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny
Drive: 36 min 27.4 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 39 min 32.1 mi
520 5th St is within 4 minutes or 1.8 miles from Iowa State University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Boone and Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny.
Schools
Meeker Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
351 Students
Attendance Zone
Gilbert Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-2
410 Students
Nearby
Ames Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,002 Students
Attendance Zone
Ames High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,403 Students
Attendance Zone
Maranatha Christian Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades 4-11
21 Students
Nearby
Ames Christian School
Private Elementary School
Grades K-6
38 Students
Nearby
Woodward Academy
Private Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
237 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

520 5th St is near Des Moines International, located 40.3 miles or 55 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
 Drive: 55 min 40.3 mi

Walkability Near 520 5th St Ames, IA 50010

Very Walkable
88
Walk Score®
Out of 100
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Minimal Transit
0
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Very Bikeable
88
Bike Score®
Out of 100
This area is very Bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 520 5th St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Main Street Station
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Duff Center
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Lincoln Center
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
520 5th St has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 11-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Reiman Gardens
 Drive: 5 min 2.0 mi
520 5th St has a nearby park, Reiman Gardens , located 2.0 miles or 5 minutes away.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Mary Greeley Medical Center
Walk: 16 min 0.8 mi
Story County Hospital
Drive: 16 min 11.7 mi
520 5th St is 0.8 mile from Mary Greeley Medical Center, and is convenient to other hospitals, including Story County Hospital.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 46 min 34.1 mi
520 5th St is 34.1 miles and a 46 minute drive from Camp Dodge.
 
 
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What neighborhood is the property located in?

520 5th St Ames, IA 50010 is in Downtown Ames in the city of Ames. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 0.6 mile of the property. One park are within 2.0 miles, including Reiman Gardens.

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