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Highlights

  • In-unit washer and dryer
  • Magnificent views
  • Pet friendly
  • Living room
  • Large pantry

Location

205 Beach Avenue, Ames, Iowa 50014, United States|South Campus Area
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Management

First Property Management of Ames, L.C.

Leasing office

(515) 292-5020

Property Overview

205 Beach Ave offers an impressive overall rating of 8.1, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent amenities, including magnificent views and pet-friendly features. With a prime location score of 9 out of 10, residents enjoy easy access to 54 restaurants, coworking spaces, and parks, enhancing the quality of life. Additionally, with a trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10 and a wealth of detailed photos available, potential renters can confidently assess this property’s appeal and value.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 205 Beach Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 205 Beach Ave 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

  • High school nearby
  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home
  • Eco living

Floor plans

2 Bed/ 2 Bath2 bed2 bath1,000 sqft$1,440 /mo1 unit available
3 Bed/ 2 Bath3 bed2 bath1,100 sqft$2,025 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 205 Beach Ave

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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

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 205 Beach Ave

HomeApartments in AmesSouth Campus Area 205 Beach Ave

205 Beach Ave is walking distance to Iowa State University, in addition to Lied Rec Center, CY Stephens, Hilton Coliseum, and Jack Trice to catch the next Cyclone victory. CyRide stop located in front of the building. With a fantastic location, luxurious amenities, and terrific value, Sunset Beach Ames Apartments is your first choice for your home away from home. Spacious floor plans featuring magnificent views of the Iowa State Center. The kitchen features a large pantry and countertop seating that opens to the living room. In-unit washer and dryer offer the convenience of doing laundry while relaxing or studying. Assigned parking is included with rent, along with free heat, and 1 Gigabit internet. This property is pet friendly for $50 a month, with no pet deposit required. Our pet policy allows for dogs and cats with a maximum size of 20 pounds by 20 inches. Other caged pets are not charged.


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 205 Beach Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 205 Beach Ave 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 205 Beach Ave
Price·9A 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.
205 Beach Ave stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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, 205 Beach Ave 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.
205 Beach Ave 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 205 Beach Ave 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.

205 Beach Ave is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 54 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 12 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 205 Beach Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 450 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 230 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 4-bedroom is 272 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in South Campus Area

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 205 Beach Ave to be 5% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in South Campus Area.

3-bedroom apartments at 205 Beach Ave cost about 22% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in South Campus Area.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
South Campus Area
Ames
A table of studio rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$753
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$751
December 2025$755
A table of studio rental data trends in South Campus Area
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$800
March 2024$800

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$57,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $57,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,440.
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Schools near 205 Beach Ave

Northwood Preschool

3012 duff ave

ames, IA, 50010

PK, KPublic
B+

Edwards Elementary School

820 miller ave

ames, IA, 50014

K-5Public
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 205 Beach Avenue

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

8/10
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 205 Beach Avenue, Ames

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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