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3306 Lincoln Way,
Ames, IA 50014
$680 - $920
2-4 Beds
Northridge Village
3300 George W Carver Ave,
Ames,
IA
50010
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Highlights
- Waterfront
- Planned Social Activities
About Northridge Village
Enjoy Ames living at Northridge Village. The 3300 George W Carver Ave location in the Somerset neighborhood of Ames is perfectly situated for work or play. The professional leasing staff is excited to help you find your new home. Stop looking and get moving. Contact or stop by Northridge Village to discuss your new apartment!
Northridge Village is an apartment community located in Story County and the 50010 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Ames Community School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Planned Social Activities
Gameroom
Waterfront
- Planned Social Activities
- Fitness Center
- Gameroom
- Waterfront
- Pond
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Washer/Dryer Hookup
Refrigerator
Disposal
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
3300 George W Carver Ave,
Ames,
IA
50010
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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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Somerset | Ames, IA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $800 | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $864 | $914 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,108 | $1,076 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,475 | $1,365 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 26 min | 15.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 43 min | 30.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 46 min | 34.9 mi |
Northridge Village is within 8 minutes or 2.9 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 PK-5
410 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
528 Students
Attendance Zone
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 K-12
21 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
162 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
113 Students
Nearby
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Walkability Near Northridge Village
Getting Around
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
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Very Bikeable
Bikeability
80
/ 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
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Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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