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Highlights

  • Quiet neighborhood
  • Outdoor space
  • Centrally located
  • Easy access
  • Detached garage

Location

303 N Russell Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA|Oak-Riverside

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Ty Smeins

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(515) 357-6940

Property Overview

Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, this centrally located property offers outdoor space and easy access to amenities. With a strong value per square foot and proximity to top-rated middle schools, it supports a vibrant social life with numerous cultural venues, theaters, and transit options nearby. Additionally, high-speed internet and utility inclusions make it ideal for those who work from home.

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
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Amenities for 303 N Russell Ave, Oak-Riverside

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBaseboard
CarpetDryer
FireplaceHardwood Floor
Linoleum Vinyl

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryRange/Oven
Refrigerator

Tech

Wired For Internet

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingLawn
Outdoor Space

Neighborhood

Near Parks
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

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 303 N Russell Ave

HomeHouses in Ames 303 N Russell Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA

Property Id: 2189447 Amazing family home going on the rental market. Available January 1 or sooner if needed. LOCAL AMES LANDLORD. Rental by family, not a company. This is our only rental. You can expect quick and caring service as a renter. The location is VERY close to campus, within walking distance. Also, centrally located in Ames with easy access to shopping, parks, and Cyclone games. Quiet neighborhood. The house has four bedrooms, potentially a fifth in a finished room in the basement. Two bedrooms upstairs with a half bath and two on the main floor with a full bath. Half bathroom in the basement. Hardwood floors on the main level and carpeted upstairs. New HAVAC unit, new air conditioner unit, and new roof. Working fireplace. Great for young professionals, a family, or clean, conscientious college students. No pets and no indoor smoking, please. Detached garage. Lovely veranda and outdoor space. Mowing and snow removal are covered by the landlord. Please message your interest to see the home.


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 303 N Russell Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
More space
The 4-bedroom is 192 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

Address details

NeighborhoodOak-Riverside
Zip code50010
TypeHouse for rent

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Rent trends in Oak-Riverside

4-bedroom apartments at 303 N Russell Ave cost about 56% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Oak-Riverside
Ames
A table of 4-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,696
January 2024$1,705
February 2024$1,477
March 2024$1,619
April 2024$1,699
May 2024$1,776
June 2024$1,752
July 2024$1,724
August 2024$1,726
September 2024$1,780
October 2024$1,851
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
A table of 4-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Oak-Riverside
MonthMedian Rent
October 2025$1,800
November 2025$1,798

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$112,000/yr

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 303 N Russell Ave, Ames, IA.
Last month$2,8004 bed2.5 bath

Schools near 303 N Russell Ave

Meeker Elementary School

300 20th st

ames, IA, 50010

K-5Public
B

Northwood Preschool

3012 duff ave

ames, IA, 50010

PK, KPublic
B+
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Neighborhood

Oak-Riverside | Ames, IA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Ames near 303 N Russell Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

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 303 N Russell Ave, Ames

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
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

Other units at this address

303 N Russell Ave Ames, IA

Available - Jan 1, 2026

NA

4 Beds

2 Baths

$2,800

Listed by Ty Smeins
Days on market: 54
Amazing family home going on the rental market. Available January 1 or sooner if needed. LOCAL AMES LANDLORD. Rental by family, not a company. This is our only rental. You can expect quick and caring service as a renter. The location is VERY close to campus, within walking distance. Also, centrally located in Ames with easy access to shopping, parks, and Cyclone games. Quiet neighborhood. The house has four bedrooms, potentially a fifth in a finished room in the basement. Two bedrooms upstairs with a half bath and two on the main floor with a full bath. Half bathroom in the basement. Hardwood floors on the main level and carpeted upstairs. New HAVAC unit, new air conditioner unit, and new roof. Working fireplace. Great for young professionals, a family, or clean, conscientious college students. No pets and no indoor smoking, please. Detached garage. Lovely veranda and outdoor space. Mowing and snow removal are covered by the landlord. Please message or email your interest to see the home.

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