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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly community, pet park
  • Covered parking, surface parking, off-street parking

Location

4912 Mortensen Rd, Ames, IA 50014, USA
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(515) 808-7360

Property Overview

The Madison offers a pet-friendly community with notable features such as a pet park and various parking options, including covered and off-street parking. With a Zumper expert rating reflecting strong renter interest, it stands out for its suitability for remote work, thanks to high-speed internet and common areas dedicated to meetings. Additionally, there are ample outdoor spaces available, enhancing its appeal to pet owners.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Madison is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Madison has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Private3 bed3 bath1,083 sqft$1,512 /mo
Private3 bed3 bath1,083 sqft$1,512 /mo
Private3 bed3 bath1,083 sqft$1,755 /mo
Private4 bed2 bath1,304 sqft$1,676 /mo
Private4 bed2 bath1,304 sqft$1,676 /mo
Private4 bed4 bath1,328 sqft$1,896 /mo
Private4 bed4 bath1,328 sqft$1,896 /mo
Private4 bed2 bath1,304 sqft$1,956 /mo
Private4 bed2 bath1,304 sqft$1,956 /mo
Private4 bed4 bath1,328 sqft$2,116 /mo
Private4 bed4 bath1,328 sqft$2,116 /mo
2 Spaces4 bed2 bath1,304 sqft$3,352 /mo
2 Spaces4 bed2 bath1,304 sqft$3,352 /mo

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Amenities for The Madison

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Ceiling FanFreezer
FurnishedHeat: forced air
High CeilingsTile Floor
Vinyl FlooringWalk-in Closet

Appliances

Central A/CDishwasher
Garbage DisposalHigh/Vaulted Ceiling
IcemakerIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange/Oven
Refrigerator

Tech

Cable IncludedCable Ready
High-Speed InternetInternet Included

Building

Business CenterCats OK
ClubhouseCoffee Bar
Controlled AccessDogs OK
Fitness CenterOnsite Laundry
Residents Lounge

Grounds

BarbecueBasketball Courts
CourtyardHot Tub/Spa
Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space
Picnic AreaSwimming Pool
Tanning BedVolleyball Courts

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOnline Community Portal
Package ServiceResident Activities and Events

Neighborhood

Near CampusNear Grocery Store
On Bus LinePublic Transportation
Roommate Matching Available

Other

Individual LeaseOnline Payments
Student
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
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Year built1969
Units540
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About The Madison

HomeApartments in Ames The Madison

The Madison is a Ames Apartment located at 4912 Mortensen Road. The property features 3 - 4 BR rental units available starting at $419. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, Pet Park, and In-Unit Laundry. Internet Included and Cable Included included. Covered Parking parking, Surface Parking parking, and Off-Street Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


Year Built: 1969

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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Madison is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Madison has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Madison
Price·9A 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.
The Madison stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A 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.
The Madison stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed, furnished rental—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Madison 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 The Madison 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.
The Madison 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.

The Madison is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Common areas for meetings or remote work

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

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 The Madison compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle 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
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away

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Rent trends in Ames

3-bedroom apartments at The Madison cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Ames.

4-bedroom apartments at The Madison cost about 14% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Ames
A table of studio rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$699
April 2024$666
May 2024$670
June 2024$643
July 2024$752
August 2024$757
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$740

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$60,480/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,480 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $1,512.
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Schools near The Madison

Edwards Elementary School

820 miller ave

ames, IA, 50014

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 4912 Mortensen Rd

Walking

2/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

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

Cycling

1/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 4912 Mortensen Rd, Ames

Groceries

0/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

1/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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