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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Snow removal
  • Refrigerator
  • Open-concept kitchen
  • Private deck
  • Convenient location

Location

4606 Ontario St, Ames, IA 50014, USA|Sawyer West
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Management

First Property Management of Ames, L.C.

Leasing office

(515) 292-5020

Property Overview

4606 Ontario offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and features, with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, top marks for price, and high scores for amenities and location. Notable features include a dishwasher, refrigerator, open-concept kitchen, private deck, snow removal, and a convenient location, while its photo count, value-for-money ranking, and value per square foot further add to its appeal.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 4606 Ontario is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4606 Ontario 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
  • More space

Floor plans

4606 Ontario St- 2 Bed/ 1 Bath2 bed1 bath850 sqft$760 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 4606 Ontario

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/Range

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOutdoor Space
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

Assigned Parking

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Building details

Property details

Units12

About 4606 Ontario

HomeApartments in AmesSawyer West 4606 Ontario

4606 Ontario Street apartment offer between 800-850 square feet of comfortable living space in West Ames, conveniently located near Abby Sawyer Elementary School. Enjoy the convenience of CyRide bus stops right across the street, with the 2 Green bus route providing easy access to all of Ames and Iowa State University. The apartments features a large living room with an open-concept kitchen, complete with a refrigerator, range, dishwasher, and garbage disposal. Both the living room and bedroom are carpeted for added comfort. Upper-level units include a private deck. This property offers 2 different floorplans including: 1 Bed, 1 Bath at 800 Sq Ft 2 Bed, 1 Bath at 850 Sq ft Key Features: Tenant Responsibilities: Electricity Landlord Pays: Water/sewer, internet service, garbage pick-up, lawn care, and snow removal Parking: Assigned parking Laundry: Coin-operated


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 Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 4606 Ontario is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 4606 Ontario 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 4606 Ontario
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.
4606 Ontario 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.
4606 Ontario goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 4606 Ontario 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.
4606 Ontario 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 4606 Ontario 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.
4606 Ontario 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.

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 4606 Ontario compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 200 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.6 miles away

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Rent trends in Sawyer West

2-bedroom apartments at 4606 Ontario cost about 9% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Sawyer West.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Sawyer West
Ames
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$859
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$898
March 2026$879
April 2026$885
May 2026$912
June 2026$917
July 2026$903
August 2026$884
September 2026$916
October 2026$917
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Sawyer West
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$714
December 2024$723
January 2025$723
February 2025$740
September 2025$993
October 2025$958
November 2025$962
December 2025$966
January 2026$978
February 2026$996
March 2026$1,018
April 2026$1,020
May 2026$1,013
June 2026$1,011
July 2026$1,003
August 2026$1,013
September 2026$1,004
October 2026$988

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$30,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $760.
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Schools near 4606 Ontario

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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Getting around Ames near 4606 Ontario St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 4606 Ontario St, Ames

Groceries

2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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