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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Free parking
  • In-unit laundry
  • Modern living
  • Grilling areas
  • Dog park
  • Expansive windows

Location

3206 University Blvd, Ames, IA 50010, USA
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Management

Hunziker Property Management

Leasing office

(515) 233-4440

Property Overview

3206 University Blvd combines a strong overall rating with standout amenities, excellent location convenience, and a trustworthy property description. It also offers free parking, in-unit laundry, modern living spaces, grilling areas, a dog park, and expansive windows, while its quiet environment, natural light, and high-speed internet make it well suited for working from home.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

7.0
Very Good
3206 University Blvd is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,054 sqft$1,750 /mo1 unit availableDiscover modern living at Discovery Point—where comfort, convenience, and elevated design come together. Situated within the Iowa State University Research Park, Discovery Point offers a modern-meets-urban living experience with thoughtfully designed apartments and townhomes featuring premium finishes, expansive windows, high ceilings, and in-unit laundry. Residents enjoy free parking, a private garage, along with pickleball courts, a dog park, and grilling areas, arriving soon. These units are pet-friendly for both cats and dogs, with pet fees applied. *Photos of similar unit.

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Amenities for 3206 University Blvd

Apartment Amenities

FireplaceGarage Included
Premium FinishesPrivate Entrance
Trash

Tech

Internet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Garage ParkingOutdoor Space

Services

Lawn CareSnow Removal

Neighborhood

Close to CyRideClose To I-35
Trail Access
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

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About 3206 University Blvd

HomeApartments in Ames 3206 University Blvd

Discover modern living at Discovery Point—where comfort, convenience, and elevated design come together. Situated within the Iowa State University Research Park, Discovery Point offers a modern-meets-urban living experience with thoughtfully designed apartments and townhomes featuring premium finishes, expansive windows, high ceilings, and in-unit laundry. Residents enjoy free parking, a private garage, along with pickleball courts, a dog park, and grilling areas, arriving soon. These units are pet-friendly for both cats and dogs, with pet fees applied. *Photos of similar unit.


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.
7.0
/10
Very Good
3206 University Blvd is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 3206 University Blvd
Price·5A 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.
Monthly rent at 3206 University Blvd is significantly more expensive than other properties in local neighborhoods. Because of the risk associated with the significant cost difference, this building received a 5/10. Some might think the increased cost is justified by the amenities, but it's worth taking a thorough look for yourself and deciding if any premium benefits are worth the extra expense.
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.
3206 University Blvd goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 3206 University Blvd 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.
3206 University Blvd 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 3206 University Blvd 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.
3206 University Blvd 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.

3206 University Blvd is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • 1 internet service provider option nearby
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • Pet deposit required
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 3206 University Blvd compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 2 miles away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 214 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high 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

2-bedroom apartments at 3206 University Blvd cost about 76% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Ames
A table of studio rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$759
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$793
June 2026$727
July 2026$689

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$70,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,750.
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Schools near 3206 University Blvd

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 3206 University Blvd

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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 3206 University Blvd, Ames

Groceries

4/10
Variety of groceries within a short drive

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within a short drive

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a short drive

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