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Highlights
- Lawn care and snow removal
- Carport for one car
Location
520 Carr Dr, Ames, IA 50010, USA|Homewood
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Property Overview
Appealing option for renters seeking convenient living with lawn care and snow removal included, a one-car carport, and plenty of listing photos to preview the space. Location offers relatively close access to a highly rated elementary school, grocery options within a short drive, and public transportation a bit farther out. Pet-friendly policies with no breed or pet restrictions, outdoor areas, utilities included, natural light, and a generally quiet setting can also support comfortable living and work-from-home needs.
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
More space- Elementary school nearby
- Images Available
Great for
Pet owners
Work-from-home
Amenities for 520 Carr Dr, Homewood
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Dryer |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stainless Steel Appliances |
Building
| Cats OK | Onsite Laundry |
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
Allowed
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About 520 Carr Dr
Lawn and snow provided! Two bedroom, one full bath, one half bath. Stainless steel appliances. New Pella slider windows for south facing windows September/October 2021. Laundry equipment provided, same level as bedrooms. North facing patio with good shade and view of trees. Close to trails. Nice NE Ames neighborhood. Carport for one car off street, additional street parking available. One cat may be permitted with $200 non refundable pet convenience fee and $20 per month pet rent. Maximum one cat. Lawn care and snow removal are provided. No smoking or vaping inside or outside of unit. Sorry, no undergraduate students and no pets. Monthly gross income needs to be three times the housing expense. Housing, background and credit checks are required, minimum 630 credit. No undergraduate students. Before preparing a lease, we need an application for everyone that would be living at the property that is 18 and over, our application fee is $30 per applicant.
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 520 Carr Dr compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 77 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- 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
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Address details
| Neighborhood | Homewood |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 50010 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Homewood
2-bedroom apartments at 520 Carr Dr cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ames.
Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Ames
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $951 |
| August 2024 | $961 |
| September 2024 | $987 |
| October 2024 | $1,039 |
| November 2024 | $1,141 |
| December 2024 | $1,068 |
| January 2025 | $992 |
| February 2025 | $993 |
| March 2025 | $996 |
| April 2025 | $994 |
| May 2025 | $979 |
| June 2025 | $997 |
| July 2025 | $1,000 |
| August 2025 | $995 |
| September 2025 | $1,047 |
| October 2025 | $1,063 |
| November 2025 | $1,171 |
| December 2025 | $1,122 |
| January 2026 | $1,080 |
| February 2026 | $1,060 |
| March 2026 | $1,029 |
| April 2026 | $1,018 |
| May 2026 | $1,027 |
| June 2026 | $1,022 |
Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Last month | $1,050 |
Schools near 520 Carr Dr
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
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Internet available near 520 Carr Dr
Neighborhood
Homewood | Ames, IA
Getting around Ames near 520 Carr Dr
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
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
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 520 Carr Dr, Ames
Groceries
3/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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