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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious apartments
  • Quartz countertops
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Large windows
  • Laminate vinyl plank flooring throughout
  • Two bedrooms and two bathrooms

Location

232 Welch Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA|South Campus Area
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Management

RentAmes Property Management

Leasing office

(515) 268-2287

Property Overview

Welch 232 offers spacious two-bedroom apartments with elegant features like quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. With a strong overall Zumper rating of 7.4, the property excels in amenities (8/10) and location (9/10), ensuring a vibrant community experience and convenient access to transportation and cultural attractions. Additionally, it maintains competitive pricing (7/10) and showcases transparency in its offerings, appealing to those interested in an active and sustainable lifestyle.

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

7.4
Very Good
Welch 232 is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Eco living

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath845 sqft$1,690 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to our newly remodeled luxury apartments located at 232 Welch in the heart of Campustown! These apartments are being completely overhauled. Taken down to the studs and rebuilt, updating everything in the process. Each spacious apartment will contain two bedrooms and two bathrooms. These apartments will feature large windows, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and laminate vinyl plank flooring throughout. Tenants here are offered access to an off-site gym. Contact us today for more information!

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Amenities for Welch 232

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Welch 232

HomeApartments in AmesSouth Campus Area Welch 232

Welcome to our newly remodeled luxury apartments located at 232 Welch in the heart of Campustown! These apartments are being completely overhauled. Taken down to the studs and rebuilt, updating everything in the process. Each spacious apartment will contain two bedrooms and two bathrooms. These apartments will feature large windows, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and laminate vinyl plank flooring throughout. Tenants here are offered access to an off-site gym. Contact us today for more information!


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.
7.4
/10
Very Good
Welch 232 is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Welch 232
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, Welch 232 has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Welch 232 is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Welch 232 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 Welch 232 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.
Welch 232 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.

Welch 232 is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • 32 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • A bustling neighborhood

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 11 parks within a mile

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 Welch 232 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 2 miles away

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
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 South Campus Area

2-bedroom apartments at Welch 232 cost about 23% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in South Campus Area.

Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
South Campus Area
Ames
A table of studio rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$737
January 2024$764
February 2024$740
March 2024$730
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$750
A table of studio rental data trends in South Campus Area
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$800
March 2024$800

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,690.
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Schools near Welch 232

Edwards Elementary School

820 miller ave

ames, IA, 50014

K-5Public
B+

Northwood Preschool

3012 duff ave

ames, IA, 50010

PK, KPublic
B+
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Neighborhood

South Campus Area | Ames, IA

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

Getting around Ames near 232 Welch Ave

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

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 232 Welch Ave, Ames

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance

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