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3212 Polaris Dr, Ames, IA 50010, USA
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| Comfortable 2-Bedroom Apartment in North Ames | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,026 sqft | $1,025 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for 3212 Polaris Dr
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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About 3212 Polaris Dr
3212 Polaris Dr cost $1,025 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: outdoor space. Located at 3212 Polaris Dr, Ames, IA 50010, USA, 3212 Polaris Dr has 2 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 2 bedrooms in Ames, renting an apartment at 3212 Polaris Dr is 11% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Ames include but are not limited to: 3821 Tiverton Ct, 1023 6th St, 1428 Walton Drive, 1121 Delaware Ave
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 3212 Polaris Dr compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
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Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
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Rent trends in Ames
2-bedroom apartments at 3212 Polaris Dr cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ames.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Ames
| Month | Median 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 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$41,000/yr
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Schools near 3212 Polaris 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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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Ames near 3212 Polaris Dr
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
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 3212 Polaris Dr, Ames
Groceries
9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
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
2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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