Point at Ames
3306 Lincoln Way,
Ames, IA 50014
$680 - $920
2-4 Beds
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Spruce Pointe
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Spruce Pointe
126 Beedle Dr,
Ames,
IA
50014
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Spruce Pointe
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Highlights
- Deck
- Controlled Access
- Balcony
About Spruce Pointe
This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is ideally located in West Ames, close to West Ames Hy-Vee, Fareway Meat Market, McDonald’s, and a variety of local shops and stores. With access to the 1 Red, 7 Plum, and 11 Cherry CyRide bus routes, getting around Ames is simple and convenient. Designed for non-undergraduate renters, this complex offers a peaceful living environment near Christopher Gartner Park, Franklin Park, and Ames Middle School. Just one block off Lincoln Way, a covered CyRide bus stop is within easy walking distance. Built in 1979, the complex features 30 units. Upper-level apartments include a private deck, while all residents benefit from a secure entry system with key access and an intercom with a front door buzzer. A coin-operated laundry facility is conveniently located on the first floor.
Spruce Pointe is an apartment community located in Story County and the 50014 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Ames Community School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- Ames Fitness Memebership
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- Fitness Center
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Refrigerator
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Cable Ready
- Storage Space
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Balcony
- Deck
126 Beedle Dr,
Ames,
IA
50014
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.
| West Ames | Ames, IA | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $743 | $770 |
| 1 Bedroom | $838 | $914 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,014 | $1,077 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,306 | $1,365 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 11.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 40 min | 30.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 44 min | 35.2 mi |
Spruce Pointe is within 5 minutes or 2.1 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
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-1
137 Students
Nearby
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Walkability Near Spruce Pointe
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
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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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™
76
/ 100
Traffic
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126 Beedle Dr
Ames, IA 50014