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Highlights

  • Conveniently located
  • Snow removal
  • Central heat and ac
  • On-site off-street parking
  • Fiber optic high speed internet

Location

105 Jewel Dr, Ames, IA 50010, USA
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RES Properties

Leasing office

(515) 268-5485

Property Overview

105 Jewel Drive offers excellent value with a 10/10 price rating and strong overall scores for amenities, location, and transparency, making it a compelling option for renters. Residents benefit from central heat and AC, fiber optic high-speed internet, on-site off-street parking, and snow removal, along with convenient access to a top-rated elementary school and nearby public transportation. The 8.5/10 overall Zumper Expert Rating reflects its competitive pricing, quality living experience, and practical, commuter-friendly location.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 105 Jewel Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 105 Jewel Drive has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

Affordable 1 Bedroom! Convenient South Ames Location!1 bed1 bath450 sqft$720 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 105 Jewel Drive

Tech

1 Gig Internet

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

GarbageLawn Care
Snow Removal
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units6
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About 105 Jewel Drive

HomeApartments in Ames 105 Jewel Drive

105 Jewel Drive cost $720 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: outdoor space. Located at 105 Jewel Dr, Ames, IA 50010, USA, 105 Jewel Drive has 1 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 1 bedroom in Ames, renting an apartment at 105 Jewel Drive is 20% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Ames include but are not limited to: 630 6th St, 514 Carroll Ave, 2505 Jensen Ave


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 105 Jewel Drive is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 105 Jewel Drive has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 105 Jewel Drive
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
105 Jewel Drive offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
105 Jewel Drive goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 105 Jewel Drive receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
105 Jewel Drive is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 105 Jewel Drive does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
105 Jewel Drive provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 105 Jewel Drive compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Ames

1-bedroom apartments at 105 Jewel Drive cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Ames
A table of studio rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$672
June 2024$643
July 2024$752
August 2024$757
September 2024$807
October 2024$825
November 2024$809
December 2024$792
January 2025$794
February 2025$746
March 2025$666
April 2025$660
May 2025$689
June 2025$765
July 2025$672
August 2025$630
September 2025$687
October 2025$723
November 2025$751
December 2025$761
January 2026$754
February 2026$750
March 2026$728
April 2026$715
May 2026$780

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$28,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $720.
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Schools near 105 Jewel Drive

Mitchell Elementary School

3521 jewel dr

ames, IA, 50010

K-5Public
B+

Northwood Preschool

3012 duff ave

ames, IA, 50010

PK, KPublic
B+

Madrid Elementary Preschool

201 n main st

madrid, IA, 50156

PKPublic
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Getting around Ames near 105 Jewel Dr

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 105 Jewel Dr, Ames

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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