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Ames, IA 50010, USA
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Property Overview
Grove Avenue offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.6/10, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 price score that reflects excellent balance between cost and features. Residents benefit from top-tier amenities and a highly convenient 9/10 location, while an 8/10 trustworthiness rating and 28 detailed photos help set clear expectations. The property also ranks in the upper percentiles locally for both overall value and value per square foot.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space- Less expensive
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Floor plans
| Spacious 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath near North Grand Mall | 2 bed | 1.5 bath | 950 sqft | $880–$960 /mo | 2 units available | ||
| Spacious 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath near North Grand Mall | 3 bed | 1.5 bath | 1,200 sqft | $1,050 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Grove Avenue
Tech
| 1 Gig Internet |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Services
| Garbage | Lawn Care |
| Snow Removal |
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
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Applicants
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 8 |
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About Grove Avenue
Grove Avenue cost $880–$1,050 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 — 3 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 3 bedrooms in Ames, renting an apartment at Grove Avenue is 21% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Ames include but are not limited to: 119 Hyland Ave, 1428 Walton Dr, 5910 Lincoln Way, 514 Carroll 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 GoodWith 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.
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 3-bedroom is 587 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 62 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Ames
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Grove Avenue to be 13% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Ames.
3-bedroom apartments at Grove Avenue cost about 21% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Ames.
Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Ames
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $728 |
| April 2026 | $715 |
| May 2026 | $789 |
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Can I afford to live at Ames?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$35,200/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,200 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $880.
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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
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
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for Ames, IA 50010
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-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
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