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Ames, IA 50010, USA
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RES Properties

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Property Overview

Grove Avenue earns a strong overall rating of 8.6 out of 10, driven by standout scores for price, amenities, and location, along with a solid trustworthiness rating. It offers a competitive value per square foot and 15 photos for a helpful first look, making it appealing for renters seeking a well-rounded property with strong convenience and value.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Grove Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Grove Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

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Floor plans

Spacious 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath near North Grand Mall2 bed1.5 bath950 sqft$960 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Grove Avenue

Tech

1 Gig Internet

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

GarbageLawn Care
Snow Removal
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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About Grove Avenue

HomeApartments in Ames Grove Avenue

Grove Avenue cost $960 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: outdoor space. Located at Ames, IA 50010, USA, Grove Avenue has 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Ames, renting an apartment at Grove Avenue is 4% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Ames include but are not limited to: 225 N Hyland Ave, 2300 Mortensen Rd, 263 Hyland Ave


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Grove Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Grove Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Grove Avenue
Price·10A 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.
Grove Avenue offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
Grove Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including garbage. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Grove Avenue 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.
Grove Avenue 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 Grove Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new 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 Grove Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 96 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Rent trends in Ames

2-bedroom apartments at Grove Avenue cost about 4% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
Ames
A table of studio rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$750
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$728
April 2026$715
May 2026$793
June 2026$727
July 2026$680

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Grove Avenue

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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Neighborhood

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

Getting around IA 50010 near Ames

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for Ames, IA 50010

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

Explore the area around Ames

Fareway
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Wheatsfield Cooperative
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Hy-Vee
640 Lincoln Way
ALDI
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Walmart Supercenter
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