5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Laundry facilities
- Snow removal
- Cozy unit
- Spacious bedroom
- On-site
- Garage
Location
201 Howard Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA|Westside N.A.
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Property Overview
Howard 201 stands out with a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5, reflecting its appeal to renters, while its competitive pricing and impressive amenities score of 9 align with its excellent value. The property also offers outstanding location benefits, rated at 9, ensuring easy access to transportation and attractions. Additionally, notable features like spacious bedrooms and on-site laundry enhance the living experience, and it caters to pet owners with available outdoor spaces.
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.
Things you’ll love
Laundry available on site
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $850–$885 /mo | 2 units available | Located just two blocks from Iowa State University, this charming one-bedroom apartment offers the perfect blend of convenience and comfort. Ideal for students, faculty, or anyone looking to enjoy the vibrant energy of campus life, this well-maintained unit features an open living space, a cozy bedroom, and a fully-equipped kitchen. With easy access to university facilities, local shops, dining, and public transportation, you’ll have everything you need right at your doorstep. Whether you're studying, socializing, or simply relaxing, this apartment is your perfect home base in Ames. Tenant is responsible for electricity and internet. City of Ames monthly average based on past use: $90.00 |
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Amenities for Howard 201
Apartment Amenities
| Gas | Water |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry | Sewer |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | 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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Garage Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 5 |
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About Howard 201
Located just two blocks from Iowa State University, this charming one-bedroom apartment offers the perfect blend of convenience and comfort. Ideal for students, faculty, or anyone looking to enjoy the vibrant energy of campus life, this well-maintained unit features an open living space, a cozy bedroom, and a fully-equipped kitchen. With easy access to university facilities, local shops, dining, and public transportation, you’ll have everything you need right at your doorstep. Whether you're studying, socializing, or simply relaxing, this apartment is your perfect home base in Ames. Tenant is responsible for electricity and internet. City of Ames monthly average based on past use: $90.00
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Howard 201 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Howard 201 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.
Howard 201 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.
Howard 201 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Howard 201 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.
Howard 201 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 Howard 201 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.
Howard 201 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.
Howard 201 is great for:
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 Howard 201 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No in-unit dishwasher
- Dishwashers aren't available
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Rent trends in Westside N.A.
1-bedroom apartments at Howard 201 cost about 2% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Westside N.A..
Median rents as of Feb 14 2026.
Westside N.A.
Ames
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $806 |
| April 2024 | $785 |
| May 2024 | $771 |
| June 2024 | $772 |
| July 2024 | $789 |
| August 2024 | $799 |
| September 2024 | $837 |
| October 2024 | $805 |
| November 2024 | $869 |
| December 2024 | $823 |
| January 2025 | $830 |
| February 2025 | $846 |
| March 2025 | $852 |
| April 2025 | $812 |
| May 2025 | $791 |
| June 2025 | $857 |
| July 2025 | $828 |
| August 2025 | $823 |
| September 2025 | $937 |
| October 2025 | $829 |
| November 2025 | $905 |
| December 2025 | $915 |
| January 2026 | $911 |
| February 2026 | $902 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $685 |
| October 2024 | $685 |
| November 2024 | $685 |
| December 2024 | $735 |
| September 2025 | $710 |
| October 2025 | $710 |
| November 2025 | $710 |
| December 2025 | $790 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 201 Howard Ave?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-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 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $850.
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Schools near Howard 201
Sawyer Elementary School
4316 ontario 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 Howard 201
Getting around Ames near 201 Howard Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 201 Howard Ave, Ames
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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