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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Central air conditioning
  • Extra storage space
  • Green space
  • Laundry
  • Walk-out patio/balcony

Location

3500 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA
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Management

Triplett Property Management

Leasing office

(515) 232-5240

Property Overview

Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace is rated highly overall, with strong marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting solid value and convenience. It offers useful features like a dishwasher, central air conditioning, extra storage, laundry, and a walk-out patio/balcony, plus nearby grocery access, a top-rated elementary school, and abundant photos for a clearer view of the property.

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
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath624 sqft$800–$825 /mo3 units availableSelf Guided, Virtual Tour: https my matterport com show ?m=QRuXK6okyWX (photos and virtual tour is a similar unit, condition and balcony may vary) 1 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 625 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!
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath850 sqft$900 /mo2 units 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)

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Amenities for Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace

Apartment Amenities

GasUtilities Included

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator

Tech

CableInternet

Building

Cats OKWater/Sewer

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

GarbageLawn Care Provided
Snow Removal
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Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed
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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·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.
Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace 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.

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

Pet owners

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

Work-from-home

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

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
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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Rent trends in Ames

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 14% lower than 1-bedrooms in Ames.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Beautiful Location with Lots of Trees and Greenspace to be 10% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Ames
A table of studio rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$759
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$689

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$32,000/yr

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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
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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

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