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1320 Coconino Rd,
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Riverbirch
201 S 5th St,
Ames,
IA
50010
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Studio - 2 bd
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398 - 793 sq ft
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Choose from our studio, 1, & 2 bedroom apartments in Ames, Iowa, and have it all - a spacious layout, light-filled rooms, and convenient features and amenities. Our Downtown Ames location is ideally situated near restaurants, shopping, major employers, and great schools.Riverbirch Apartments will far exceed your expectations. Tour your new home near Iowa State University today!
Highlights
- Deck
- Patio
About Riverbirch
Choose from our studio, 1, & 2 bedroom apartments in Ames, Iowa, and have it all - a spacious layout, light-filled rooms, and convenient features and amenities. Our Downtown Ames location is ideally situated near restaurants, shopping, major employers, and great schools.Riverbirch Apartments will far exceed your expectations. Tour your new home near Iowa State University today!
Riverbirch 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.
Unique Features
- Basic Cable-Garages
- High Speed Internet in 205 Only
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Microwave
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Carpet
- Vinyl Flooring
- Patio
- Deck
201 S 5th St,
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.
| East Ames | Ames, IA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $697 | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $793 | $871 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $900 | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,116 | $1,385 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 16.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 34 min | 26.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 38 min | 31.2 mi |
Riverbirch is within 5 minutes or 1.9 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 K-5
351 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
290 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
410 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 K-12
21 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
87 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
113 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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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.
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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Scores provided by
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™
75
/ 100
Traffic
BusyAirport
ActiveBusinesses
ActiveScores provided by
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201 S 5th St
Ames, IA 50010