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Highlights

  • Fully equipped kitchen, range, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave
  • Spacious living rooms, carpeted bedrooms
  • On-site coin-operated laundry
  • Walk-out patios, private balcony decks

Location

3406 Orion Drive, Ames, Iowa 50010, United States
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Management

Hillcrest Corporation of Ames

Leasing office

(515) 292-5020

Property Overview

3406 Orion Dr receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.5, reflecting its excellent balance of price and value at a perfect 10 out of 10. The property is notable for its well-equipped kitchen, spacious living areas, and appealing outdoor spaces, making it particularly pet-friendly. With outstanding ratings for amenities and location at 9 out of 10, it offers residents close proximity to schools and several points of interest, further enhancing its desirability.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 3406 Orion Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 3406 Orion Dr 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
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Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bed/ 1 Bath2 bed1 bath900 sqft$950 /mo1 unit available
3 Bed/ 2 Bath3 bed2 bath1,000 sqft$1,100 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 3406 Orion Dr

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
Over the Stove MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove/Range

Building

Cats OK

Grounds

Outdoor Space
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Policies and fees

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 3406 Orion Dr

HomeApartments in Ames 3406 Orion Dr

Discover comfort and convenience in these charming apartments located on the north end of Ames. Perfectly situated near North Grand Mall, Walmart, Northern Lights Center, Walgreens, Papa John’s Pizza, Subway, Pho and Tea, Starbucks, and the scenic Ada Hayden Heritage Park Lake, you’ll have everything you need just minutes away. The apartments boast spacious, carpeted living rooms and bedrooms for a cozy atmosphere. The kitchen comes fully equipped with a range, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave, making meal prep a breeze. Enjoy outdoor living with walk-out patios for ground-floor units or private balcony decks for upper-level units. This property features 3 different floorplans: 2 Bed, 1 Bath at 900 Sq Ft 2 Bed, 2 Bath at 950 Sq Ft 3 Bed, 2 Bath at 1000 Sq Ft Key Features: Tenant Responsibilities: Electricity Landlord Pays: Water, sewer, gas, internet, garbage pick-up, lawn care, and snow removal Parking: Assigned parking with 1 private garage stall Laundry: On-site coin-operated on the ground floor Pet-Friendly Policy: Pet rent: $50/month, no deposit required Dogs and cats welcome (maximum size: 20 lbs, 20 inches) No charge for other caged pets ESA and service animals welcome with proper documentation


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, 3406 Orion Dr is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 3406 Orion Dr 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 3406 Orion Dr
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.
3406 Orion Dr 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.
3406 Orion Dr goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 3406 Orion Dr 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.
3406 Orion Dr 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 3406 Orion Dr 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.
3406 Orion Dr 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.

3406 Orion Dr is great for:

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 3406 Orion Dr compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 112 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 4 miles away

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Rent trends in Ames

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 3406 Orion Dr to be 18% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Ames.

3-bedroom apartments at 3406 Orion Dr cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
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

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$38,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $950.
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Schools near 3406 Orion Dr

Northwood Preschool

3012 duff ave

ames, IA, 50010

PK, KPublic
B+

Meeker Elementary School

300 20th st

ames, IA, 50010

K-5Public
B
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Getting around Ames near 3406 Orion Drive

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.

Points of interest for 3406 Orion Drive, Ames

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
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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