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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Laundry hook-ups
- Fenced in yard
- Unfinished basement
- Detached 2 car garage
Location
217 N Maple Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA|Oak-Riverside
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Property Overview
Located in a walkable area with strong value for money, the home offers convenient access to a top-rated middle school about 2.5 miles away. Social options are extensive, with numerous nearby restaurants, cultural venues, and entertainment spots. Pet owners may appreciate the fenced yard, outdoor spaces, lack of breed or pet restrictions, and proximity to multiple pet supply and grooming services, plus the practicality of laundry hook-ups, an unfinished basement, and a detached 2-car garage.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Less expensive
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Social life
Pet owners
Amenities for 217 N Maple Ave, Oak-Riverside
Features
| One Bathroom |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Range |
| Refrigerator |
Community
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Laundry Hookups in Unit | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Fully Fenced in Backyard | Garage Parking |
| Outdoor Space |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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About 217 N Maple Ave
This 3 bedroom 1.5 bath house offers a nice central Ames location. It’s just east of Campus, yet close to shopping! Main floor of the house has 3 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, and 2 living rooms. Basement is unfinished with a half bath and laundry hook-ups. House offers a fenced in yard and a detached 2 car garage.
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 217 N Maple Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2.5 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1.2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
Address details
| Neighborhood | Oak-Riverside |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50010 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Oak-Riverside
Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Oak-Riverside
Ames
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,856 |
| November 2024 | $1,950 |
| December 2024 | $1,698 |
| January 2025 | $1,589 |
| February 2025 | $1,582 |
| March 2025 | $1,717 |
| April 2025 | $1,790 |
| May 2025 | $1,783 |
| June 2025 | $1,902 |
| July 2025 | $1,895 |
| August 2025 | $1,918 |
| September 2025 | $2,052 |
| October 2025 | $2,074 |
| November 2025 | $2,104 |
| December 2025 | $2,100 |
| January 2026 | $2,015 |
| February 2026 | $2,044 |
| March 2026 | $1,928 |
| April 2026 | $1,907 |
| May 2026 | $1,729 |
| June 2026 | $1,668 |
| July 2026 | $1,618 |
| August 2026 | $1,653 |
| September 2026 | $1,797 |
| October 2026 | $1,800 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2025 | $1,800 |
| November 2025 | $1,798 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 217 N Maple Ave?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$54,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $54,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,350.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 1 year ago | $1,350 |
Schools near 217 N Maple Ave
Meeker Elementary School
300 20th st
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
Getting around Ames near 217 N Maple Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 217 N Maple Ave, Ames
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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