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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Laundry hook ups
- Private back yard
Location
2818 Ross Rd, Ames, IA 50014, USA|Ross Road
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Property Overview
Featuring laundry hookups and a private backyard, this residence offers practical amenities for everyday living. Its proximity to a top-rated high school, just about 1.38 miles away, enhances educational opportunities. Additionally, the pet-friendly outdoor spaces without breed restrictions create an inviting atmosphere for animal lovers.
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Things you’ll love
High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 2818 Ross Rd, Ross Road
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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One-time.
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Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
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Cat Policy
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About 2818 Ross Rd
Enjoy this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath duplex with a split foyer floor plan close to camps. Living room, kitchen, bedroom and half bath upstairs. Sliding glass door in living room leads to a deck and private back yard. Downstairs has 2 bedrooms, full bathroom, and laundry hook ups.
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 2818 Ross Rd compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
Address details
| Neighborhood | Ross Road |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50014 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Ross Road
3-bedroom apartments at 2818 Ross Rd cost about 23% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Ames.
Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
Ames
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| February 2024 | $1,282 |
| March 2024 | $1,314 |
| April 2024 | $1,405 |
| May 2024 | $1,402 |
| June 2024 | $1,437 |
| July 2024 | $1,527 |
| August 2024 | $1,436 |
| September 2024 | $1,506 |
| October 2024 | $1,435 |
| November 2024 | $1,470 |
| December 2024 | $1,459 |
| January 2025 | $1,425 |
| February 2025 | $1,411 |
| March 2025 | $1,461 |
| April 2025 | $1,552 |
| May 2025 | $1,541 |
| June 2025 | $1,518 |
| July 2025 | $1,544 |
| August 2025 | $1,587 |
| September 2025 | $1,560 |
| October 2025 | $1,490 |
| November 2025 | $1,525 |
| December 2025 | $1,578 |
| January 2026 | $1,560 |
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Can I afford to live at 2818 Ross Rd?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 2818 Ross Rd
Sawyer Elementary School
4316 ontario st
ames, IA, 50010
K-5Public
B
Northwood Preschool
3012 duff ave
ames, IA, 50010
PK, KPublic
B+
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Neighborhood
Ross Road | Ames, IA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Ames near 2818 Ross Rd
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
6/10
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 2818 Ross Rd, Ames
Groceries
4/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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