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Crystal Street Apartments

219 Crystal St, Ames, IA 50010 Leasing Office: 258 N Hyland Ave, Ames, IA 50014

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  • Monthly Rent

    $925 - $1,100

  • Bedrooms

    2 - 3 bd

  • Bathrooms

    2 ba

  • Square Feet

    828 - 1,180 sq ft

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January Rent Free!

CURRENT SPECIAL: January 2026 rent FREE! Move-ins for new tenants in January will have their first month of rent due on February 1st. Subject to approved applications and leases. Deposit still required.

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  • Walk-In Closets
  • Controlled Access

Pricing & Floor Plans

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2br/2ba $925 – $995 Available Now
2 Beds 2 Baths 828 – 882 Sq Ft
3BR/2.0BA $1,075 – $1,100 Available Now
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,137 Sq Ft
3BR/2.0BA $1,075 – $1,100 Available Now
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,180 Sq Ft
2br/2ba $925 – $995 Available Now
2 Beds 2 Baths 828 – 882 Sq Ft
3BR/2.0BA $1,075 – $1,100 Available Now
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,137 Sq Ft
3BR/2.0BA $1,075 – $1,100 Available Now
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,180 Sq Ft
* 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. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

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

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $50
    • Due at Move-In
      • Administrative Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $0
  • Dogs
    • One-Time Pet Fee
      Charged per pet.
      $0
    • Pet Deposit
      Charged per pet.
      $0
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Charged per pet.
      $50 / mo
    20 lbs. Weight Limit
  • Cats
    • One-Time Pet Fee
      Max of 1. Charged per pet.
      $0
    • Pet Deposit
      Max of 1. Charged per pet.
      $0
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 1. Charged per pet.
      $50 / mo
    20 lbs. Weight Limit
  • Garage Lot
    • Parking Fee
      Max of 1. Charged per vehicle.
      $50 / mo
    Comments
    Max of 1
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  • Additional Parking Options
    • Surface Lot

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Trash Removal

Lease Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 2001
  • 98 units/3 stories

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2BR, 2BA - 774-893 SF
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About Crystal Street Apartments

CURRENT SPECIAL: January rent FREE! Move-ins for new tenants in January will have their first month of rent due on February 1st. Subject to approved applications and leases. Deposit still required. Looking for space, comfort, and a touch of home? Then Crystal Street Apartments are perfect for you! Fantastic location with easy access to public transportation, shopping, entertainment, and plenty of restaurants. These are spacious units furnished with a Stove, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, and Washer/Dryer in select units. We are pet friendly but do have a few restrictions. Garages are available for rent. Photos may not be of the actual unit. These will not last long so call ASAP to set up a showing…. you do not want to miss out on these great apartments. Crystal Street Apartments

Crystal Street Apartments is an apartment community located in Story County and the 50010 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Ames Community attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Clean, Quiet, Relaxing Neighborhood
  • near dining and groceries
  • Off-street parking
  • Trash paid
  • Washer/Dryer In Unit or Laundry Rooms
  • free off-street parking
  • Near bus stops and public transportation
  • Cats And Dogs Welcome
  • Convenient Location
  • Garages available
  • Washer/Dryer included in most units.
  • 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes for rent in Ames, IA
  • Full Kitchen with Great Appliances, inc Microwave
  • near walking and biking trails

Contact

Property Address: 219 Crystal St, Ames, IA 50010
Leasing Office: 258 N Hyland Ave, Ames, IA 50014
Language: English
Open 8:30am - 5pm Today
  • Monday - Thursday, 8:30am - 5pm
  • Friday, 8:30am - 4pm
  • Saturday & Sunday, By Appointment
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Community Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Public Transportation

Apartment Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Walk-In Closets

Microwave

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

Disposal

Indoor Features

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Sprinkler System
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Model Details

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Controlled Access
  • Public Transportation
  • Clean, Quiet, Relaxing Neighborhood
  • near dining and groceries
  • Off-street parking
  • Trash paid
  • Washer/Dryer In Unit or Laundry Rooms
  • free off-street parking
  • Near bus stops and public transportation
  • Cats And Dogs Welcome
  • Convenient Location
  • Garages available
  • Washer/Dryer included in most units.
  • 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes for rent in Ames, IA
  • Full Kitchen with Great Appliances, inc Microwave
  • near walking and biking trails
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Smoke Free
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Sprinkler System
  • Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Large Bedrooms
Expenses
Recurring
Assigned Garage Parking $50
Cat Rent $50
Dog Rent $50
One-Time
Cat Fee $0
Dog Fee $0
Utilities Included
Trash Removal Included
Office Hours
Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 4pm
Saturday By Appointment
Sunday By Appointment
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Neighborhood

South Ames is a rural neighborhood in the city of Ames, Iowa. Most of South Ames is comprised of sprawling farmlands, but the northern section of town holds more developed areas. The northern border of South Ames is State Route 30, which attracts commercial and residential developments. The western border of town runs along Interstate 35, which intersects with State Route 30, so travel to other parts of the city is made easy. Renters looking for laidback living will be right at home in South Ames.

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Average Prices by Area

Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.

South Ames Ames, IA
Studio $795 $763
1 Bedroom $1,012 $901
2 Bedrooms $1,275 $1,064
3 Bedrooms $1,739 $1,362
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Iowa State University
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Boone
Drive: 22 min 16.0 mi
Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny
Drive: 33 min 25.9 mi
Grand View University
Drive: 37 min 30.6 mi
Crystal Street Apartments is within 7 minutes or 3.3 miles from Iowa State University. It is also near Des Moines Area C.C., Boone and Des Moines Area C.C., Ankeny.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Kate Mitchell Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
290 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 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

Crystal Street Apartments is near Des Moines International, located 38.8 miles or 53 minutes away.

Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Des Moines International
Drive: 53 min 38.8 mi
Car-Dependent
34
Walk Score®
Out of 100
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
Minimal Transit
0
Transit Score®
Out of 100
Bikeable
56
Bike Score®
Out of 100
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
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Soundscore™
Out of 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Crystal Street Apartments.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Pine Tree Plaza
Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Duff Center
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Lincoln Center
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Crystal Street Apartments has 3 shopping centers within 2.4 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Reiman Gardens
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
Crystal Street Apartments has a nearby park, Reiman Gardens , located 2.6 miles or 6 minutes away.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Mary Greeley Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 2.7 mi
Story County Hospital
Drive: 13 min 10.2 mi
Crystal Street Apartments is 2.7 miles from Mary Greeley Medical Center, and is convenient to other hospitals, including Story County Hospital.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Camp Dodge
Drive: 44 min 32.5 mi
Crystal Street Apartments is 32.5 miles and a 44 minute drive from Camp Dodge.
 
 

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don’t even waste your time trying to look at them, no one ever answers the phones and no one is ever in the office, and they don’t do anything but make excuses and reschedule and then miss it again.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Crystal Street Apartments have in-unit laundry?

Crystal Street Apartments has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.

What utilities are included in rent at Crystal Street Apartments?

Crystal Street Apartments includes trash removal in rent. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Crystal Street Apartments?

Parking is available at Crystal Street Apartments. Fees may apply depending on the type of parking offered. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Crystal Street Apartments has two to three-bedrooms with rent ranges from $925/mo. to $1,100/mo.

Is Crystal Street Apartments pet-friendly?

Yes, Crystal Street Apartments welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Crystal Street Apartments?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $925 for a two-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $33,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.

Does Crystal Street Apartments have move-in specials?

Crystal Street Apartments is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $925.

Does Crystal Street Apartments offer Matterport 3D tours?

Yes! Crystal Street Apartments offers 4 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.

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