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3306 Lincoln Way,
Ames, IA 50014
$680 - $920
2-4 Beds
Ames
Ames, IA Area Guide
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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. Iowa State University Research Park and Reiman Gardens add to the city's appeal, with the gardens providing seasonal botanical displays throughout the year. The city's name honors Oakes Ames, a 19th-century U.S. Congressman who influenced the development of the transcontinental railroad.
Explore the City
Meeker North is close to Downtown Ames.
Ada Hayden Heritage Park is a beautiful place for Ames' residents to get outside.
Campustown is a hub of activity in Ames.
Rent Trends
As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Ames, IA is $768 for a studio, $913 for one bedroom, $1,070 for two bedrooms, and $1,361 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Ames has increased by 2.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$913/month
619 Sq Ft
House
$1,572/month
1,283 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,372/month
1,192 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Ames, IA is 5.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Ames is 11.0% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $768 - $1,364. You can expect to pay 3.8% less for groceries, 5.1% less for utilities, and 2.2% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Ames, IA is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
52
/ 100
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Very Bikeable
71
/ 100
This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
Kate Mitchell Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
Public
Grades K-5
Abbie Sawyer Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
Public
Grades K-5
Public
Grades 6-8
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Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Reiman Gardens
Military Bases
Airports
- Des Moines International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.