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$1,250 Total Monthly Price

609 6th St

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Ames, IA 50010

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  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Square Feet

    750 - 850 sq ft

  • Available

    Available Jul 15

Highlights

  • Furnished
  • Patio
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Yard
  • Basement
  • Smoke Free
609 6th St
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Single-Family House for Rent

1 $1,250 Total Monthly Price 1 bed, 1 bath, 850 sq ft 1 Month Lease, $1,250 deposit, Jul 15
2 $1,250 Total Monthly Price 2 beds, 1 bath, 750 sq ft 1 Month Lease, $1,250 deposit, Dec 20
* Price shown is base rent. 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.

About 609 6th St Ames, IA 50010

1 Month Lease, $1,250 deposit, Available Jul 15

Discover historic charm with modern convenience in this prime downtown Ames rental. This fully furnished ground-floor unit offers private entry and is part of a cozy two-unit home—giving you both comfort and privacy. Just minutes from Iowa State University, you’ll have an easy commute to campus while being steps away from the best dining, shopping, and entertainment downtown has to offer. Enjoy true walkability: start your day with coffee at a local café, meet friends for dinner along Main Street, or explore boutique shops—all just minutes from your door. With off-street parking and bike-friendly streets, getting around is effortless, whether you're a student, a professional, or simply someone who appreciates vibrant, historic living. Welcome home to convenience, character, and community.

Discover historic charm with modern convenience in this prime downtown Ames rental. This fully furnished ground-floor unit offers private entry and is part of a cozy two-unit home—giving you both comfort and privacy. Just minutes from Iowa State University, you’ll have an easy commute to campus while being steps away from the best dining, shopping, and entertainment downtown has to offer. Enjoy true walkability: start your day with coffee at a local café, meet friends for dinner along Main Street, or explore boutique shops—all just minutes from your door. With off-street parking and bike-friendly streets, getting around is effortless, whether you're a student, a professional, or simply someone who appreciates vibrant, historic living. Welcome home to convenience, character, and community.

609 6th St is a house located in Story County and the 50010 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

Air Conditioning

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Microwave

Refrigerator

Wi-Fi

Tub/Shower

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Handrails
  • Framed Mirrors

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Pantry
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee System
  • Instant Hot Water

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Basement
  • Furnished
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms

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.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Gas
  • Water
  • Electricity
  • Heat
  • Sewer
  • Air Conditioning

Property Information

  • 2 units
  • Furnished Units Available

Contact

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Under 30 minutes

Commute Time is calculated at rush hour.
City - Ames

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
Colleges & Universities Distance
Iowa State University
Drive: 5 min 1.7 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Boone
Drive: 24 min 16.0 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny
Drive: 36 min 27.5 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 40 min 32.2 mi
609 6th St is within 5 minutes or 1.7 miles from Iowa State University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Boone and Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny.
Schools
Northwood Pre-School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
254 Students
Attendance Zone
Meeker Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
351 Students
Attendance Zone
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 K-12
21 Students
Nearby
Ames Christian School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
87 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

609 6th St is near Des Moines International, located 40.4 miles or 56 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
 Drive: 56 min 40.4 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70 / 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. How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
69 / 100

Traffic

Busy

Airport

Calm

Businesses

Active

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 609 6th St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Main Street Station
Walk: 6 min 0.3 mi
Duff Center
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Lincoln Center
Walk: 13 min 0.7 mi
609 6th St has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 13-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
609 6th St has a nearby park, Reiman Gardens , located 2.0 miles or 5 minutes away.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Mary Greeley Medical Center
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Story County Hospital
Drive: 16 min 11.8 mi
609 6th 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: 47 min 34.1 mi
609 6th St is 34.1 miles and a 47 minute drive from Camp Dodge.
Amenities
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Wi-Fi
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Handrails
  • Framed Mirrors
  • Pantry
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee System
  • Instant Hot Water
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Family Room
  • Basement
  • Furnished
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Patio
  • Porch
  • Yard
  • Lawn

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