5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Pet limit
- Close to downtown
Location
521 Northwestern Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA
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Triplett Property Management
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Property Overview
Located close to downtown, this property features a pet-friendly environment with no breed restrictions and several nearby pet services. The area supports an active social life, highlighted by numerous restaurants and mixed-use spaces within walking distance. With top-rated schools nearby and a high value-for-money score, it presents an attractive option for those seeking vibrancy and convenience.
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
Less expensive- Middle school nearby
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Great for
Pet owners
Social life
Amenities for 521 Northwestern Ave
Apartment Amenities
| Washer/Dryer Hookups |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Other
| Tenant Pays all Other Utilities | Two Pet Max |
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
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 521 Northwestern Ave
Copy/Paste this link into a browser to begin a Self Guided, Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=kP8xLLETLvH Nice 2 bedroom 1 bathroom upper level duplex in the heart of Ames. Shared washer and dryer in basement. Close to downtown, nightlife, many great restaurants, grocery stores, City gym, Cyride stops and in Meeker School District! Very reasonable rent for this ideally located two bedroom. Pets welcome 2 pet limit with a $250 per pet fee and additional $25 per pet rent! Pets require excellent pet reference. Located in Ames School District. A successful applicant should have a credit score of 625 or higher, no criminal history and no prior evictions. Call Triplett Companies 515-232-5240 to schedule your showing today.
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 521 Northwestern Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 3 miles away
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- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Zip code | 50010 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Ames
2-bedroom apartments at 521 Northwestern Ave cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ames.
Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Ames
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2023 | $997 |
| December 2023 | $913 |
| January 2024 | $905 |
| February 2024 | $950 |
| March 2024 | $977 |
| April 2024 | $962 |
| May 2024 | $947 |
| June 2024 | $937 |
| 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 | $1,064 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 521 Northwestern Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$34,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $850.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 1 year ago | $800 |
Schools near 521 Northwestern 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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Getting around Ames near 521 Northwestern 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.
Points of interest for 521 Northwestern Ave, Ames
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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