The Social West Ames®
1320 Coconino Rd,
Ames, IA 50014
$459 - $1,607
2-5 Beds
Mortensen Heights
5300-5472 Mortensen Rd,
Ames,
IA
50014
Leasing Office:
2408 Chamberlain St, Ames, IA 50014
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About Mortensen Heights
This complex includes a private community pool, dog park, dog wash, and a beautiful walking trail around a natural pond! The clubhouse has a fireplace, study rooms, game room amenities, and exercise equipment. This property is pet-friendly in all buildings and floors. The interior of all units feature high end finishes with chocolate cabinets, granite tops, stainless appliances, 9' ceilings, and other designer touches. All buildings have secured entry and cameras throughout all halls, stairwells and exterior of the buildings. Internet, gas, water, parking and garbage are included. Tenants only pay for electric. Mortensen Heights is located on #11 Cherry Cy-Ride route and right off of Highway 30. Tenants have a free Ames Fitness membership when they live here!
Mortensen Heights is an apartment community located in Story County and the 50014 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Ames Community attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Leasing & Availability Start Oct. 31
- 1 Free Parking Space Per Bedroom!
- Free Ames Racquet & Fitness Membership!
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Clubhouse
Controlled Access
- Controlled Access
- Video Patrol
- Pet Play Area
- Pet Washing Station
- Key Fob Entry
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Pool
- Basketball Court
- Walking/Biking Trails
- Gameroom
- Grill
- Pond
- Dog Park
- Shuttle To Campus
- Study Lounge
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Walk-In Closets
Island Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Refrigerator
Highlights
- Wi-Fi
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Security System
- Double Vanities
- Tub/Shower
- Fireplace
- Handrails
- Sprinkler System
- Framed Mirrors
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Instant Hot Water
Model Details
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Balcony
- Patio
- Deck
Location
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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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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 12.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 39 min | 30.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 42 min | 34.7 mi |
Mortensen Heights is within 9 minutes or 3.7 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-1
167 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,002 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,403 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades 4-11
21 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades K-6
38 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 7-12
237 Students
Nearby
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5300-5472 Mortensen Rd
Ames, IA 50014