Zumper
modified
1 Day Ago

Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Central air conditioning
  • Extra storage space
  • Green space
  • Laundry

Location

3500 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA
Hi! Let’s figure out if this property is right for you.

Powered by Zumper AI

Tour Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace

Contact

Management

Triplett Property Management

Leasing office

(515) 715-4470 ext. 2

Property Overview

Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace offers excellent value, with a top-tier price and amenities rating, strong overall and location scores, and a transparent, detailed listing. Renters benefit from convenient access to groceries and a highly rated elementary school, plus amenities like a dishwasher, central air, laundry, extra storage, and abundant green space. It is especially appealing for remote work and pet owners, thanks to its quiet setting, high-speed internet, utilities included, outdoor areas, and nearby pet supply stores.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath816 sqft$900 /mo1 unit available2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom apartment located in North Ames. Close to brown and blue Cy-ride bus stops and within walking distance of the Mall. Unit includes a walk-out patio/balcony. Approximately 850 sq ft. Utilities included are: gas, water, garbage, cable TV, internet, lawn care and snow removal! In addition, coin-operated laundry facilities are located in the building for your convenience. Unit includes dishwasher and central air conditioning. A successful applicant should have a credit score of 600 or higher, no criminal history and no prior evictions. Call Triplett Companies 515-232-5240 to schedule your showing today! Self Guided, Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=Y4ZhNtvyCkv (photos and virtual tour are of a similar unit, condition and balcony may vary)

Let's explore this property.

Amenities for Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace

Apartment Amenities

GasUtilities Included

Appliances

DishwasherRange
Refrigerator

Tech

CableInternet

Building

Cats OKCoin Operated Laundry
Onsite LaundryWater/Sewer

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space
Storage

Services

GarbageLawn Care Provided
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.

Contact Property

REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

Contact Property

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Questions about this property’s policies and fees?

Building details

Property details

Units43
Advertisement

About Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace

HomeApartments in Ames Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace

A hidden treasure. This complex is an oasis for nature lovers. Tucked into the woods with mature trees and green space behind the complex - and only a 3-4 minute walk from the river. This restricted access building offers everything you need, including paid internet & cable, laundry, and extra storage space for every tenant.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace 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 Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace
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.
Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace 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·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.
Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace 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—cats allowed—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.
Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace 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 Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace 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.

Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 149 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 4 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

Get the latest listings anytime, anywhere

Receive similar listings in the area, download our app, and more.
Email*
By clicking submit, I accept Zumper's Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Community Values.

Rent trends in Ames

2-bedroom apartments at Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Ames
A table of studio rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
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$728
April 2026$698

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 3500 Grand Ave?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$36,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $36,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $900.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace

Northwood Preschool

3012 duff ave

ames, IA, 50010

PK, KPublic
B+

Meeker Elementary School

300 20th st

ames, IA, 50010

K-5Public
B

Madrid Elementary Preschool

201 n main st

madrid, IA, 50156

PKPublic
Powered byniche.com
Advertisement

Internet available near Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace

Neighborhood

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

Getting around Ames near 3500 Grand Ave

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Points of interest for 3500 Grand Ave, Ames

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 3500 Grand Ave

Rinconcito Hispano
823 Wheeler St
Walmart Supercenter
3105 Grand Ave
Fareway
3619 Stange Rd
Fareway
619 Burnett Ave
Wheatsfield Cooperative
413 Northwestern Ave

Compare similar properties nearby

featured image of 1428 Walton Dr

1428 Walton Dr

1 Bed

$1,045

dishwasher
Yes
on-site laundry
No
cats ok
Yes
featured image of 119 Hyland Ave

119 Hyland Ave

1 Bed

$925

dishwasher
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
cats ok
No
featured image of 246 N Hyland Ave

246 N Hyland Ave

2–3 Beds

$980–$1,525

dishwasher
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
cats ok
No
featured image of 2319 Clark Ave

Meeker North • 2319 Clark Ave

2 Beds

$995

dishwasher
No
on-site laundry
No
cats ok
No
featured image of 2610 Northridge Pkwy

Somer Street • 2610 Northridge Pkwy

2 Beds

$1,020

dishwasher
No
on-site laundry
No
cats ok
No
featured image of 4901 Todd Dr

4901 Todd Dr

2 Beds

$895

dishwasher
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
cats ok
Yes
featured image of 263 Hyland Ave

263 Hyland Ave

2 Beds

$1,050–$1,105

dishwasher
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
cats ok
No
featured image of 2721 Luther Dr

Northeast • 2721 Luther Dr

1 Bed

$780

dishwasher
No
on-site laundry
No
cats ok
No
featured image of 1428 Walton Dr

1428 Walton Dr

1 Bed

$1,045

dishwasher
Yes
on-site laundry
No
cats ok
Yes
featured image of 119 Hyland Ave

119 Hyland Ave

1 Bed

$925

dishwasher
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
cats ok
No
featured image of 246 N Hyland Ave

246 N Hyland Ave

2–3 Beds

$980–$1,525

dishwasher
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
cats ok
No
featured image of 2319 Clark Ave

Meeker North • 2319 Clark Ave

2 Beds

$995

dishwasher
No
on-site laundry
No
cats ok
No
featured image of 2610 Northridge Pkwy

Somer Street • 2610 Northridge Pkwy

2 Beds

$1,020

dishwasher
No
on-site laundry
No
cats ok
No
featured image of 4901 Todd Dr

4901 Todd Dr

2 Beds

$895

dishwasher
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
cats ok
Yes
featured image of 263 Hyland Ave

263 Hyland Ave

2 Beds

$1,050–$1,105

dishwasher
Yes
on-site laundry
Yes
cats ok
No
featured image of 2721 Luther Dr

Northeast • 2721 Luther Dr

1 Bed

$780

dishwasher
No
on-site laundry
No
cats ok
No

Check availability

Full name*
Move-in date
Floor plan
By sending this inquiry, I accept Zumper's Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Community Values. By providing my phone number, I consent (not a condition of purchase) to be called and texted by Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace.