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Highlights

  • High-speed internet
  • All utilities included except for electricity
  • Cat-friendly

Location

505 8th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA
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Management

Hunziker Property Management

Leasing office

(515) 233-4440

Property Overview

505 8th St. scores well overall, with strong marks for price, amenities, and location, plus a solid expert rating of 8.3 out of 10. It stands out for high-speed internet, utilities included except electricity, and a cat-friendly policy, while also being a good fit for work-from-home needs and an active social setting with many nearby restaurants and walkable access.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 505 8th St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 505 8th St. 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
  • Eco-friendly trash disposal
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath532 sqft$800 /mo1 unit available*3D Tour* https my matterport com show ?m=LguQwBHS8Vw *this is a tour of a unit in the building with the same layout This quiet property is located near downtown Ames. These one bedroom units come internet, wall unit A/C, and there is coin-operated laundry on site. All utilities except for electricity and water/sewer are included. Undergrads are allowed, and the building is cat-friendly. Pet fees will apply.

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Amenities for 505 8th St.

Apartment Amenities

Trash

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Tech

Internet (Router Not Included)

Building

Coin Operated Laundry On SiteHeat Gas
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Neighborhood

Close to CyRideClose to grocery stores
Close to RestaurantsNearby Shopping

Other

Undergrads Welcome
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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Building details

Property details

Units12

About 505 8th St.

HomeApartments in Ames 505 8th St.

*3D Tour* https my matterport com show ?m=LguQwBHS8Vw *this is a tour of a unit in the building with the same layout This quiet property is located near downtown Ames. These one bedroom units come internet, wall unit A/C, and there is coin-operated laundry on site. All utilities except for electricity and water/sewer are included. Undergrads are allowed, and the building is cat-friendly. Pet fees will apply.


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 505 8th St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 505 8th St. 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 505 8th St.
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.
505 8th St. 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·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.
505 8th St. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including close to cyride. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 505 8th St. 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.
505 8th St. 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 505 8th St. 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.
505 8th St. 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.

505 8th St. is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 internet service provider option nearby

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 74 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 505 8th St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1.1 miles away
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.3 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Ames

1-bedroom apartments at 505 8th St. cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Ames
A table of studio rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
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
August 2026$724
September 2026$694
October 2026$699

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$32,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $32,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $800.
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Schools near 505 8th St.

Meeker Elementary School

300 20th 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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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Ames near 505 8th St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Points of interest for 505 8th St, 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

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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