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248 Campus Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA
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| 3BR/2.5BA | 3 bed | 2.5 bath | 2,412 sqft | $3,450 /mo | 1 unit available | Great opportunity to live only blocks away from campus without the hassles of normal apartment living! Perfect for groups of 6 people. This house is conveniently located on Campus Avenue, just a short walk away from Iowa State's campus. Come check out this unit and make it your home! Virtual tour available upon request. Tenant responsible for City of Ames monthly average based on past use: $130.00 Alliant Energy monthly average based on past use: $51.08 Cable/Internet, Garbage, Lawn Care, Snow Removal Landlord Responsible for: Water/Sewer Campus: 2 Blocks Cy-Ride: Red, Green, Purple 1 Block |
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Amenities for Campus Ave Duplex (248/250)
Apartment Amenities
| Water |
Building
| Sewer |
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
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About Campus Ave Duplex (248/250)
Great opportunity to live only blocks away from campus without the hassles of normal apartment living! Perfect for groups of 6 people. This house is conveniently located on Campus Avenue, just a short walk away from Iowa State's campus. Come check out this unit and make it your home! Virtual tour available upon request. Tenant responsible for City of Ames monthly average based on past use: $130.00 Alliant Energy monthly average based on past use: $51.08 Cable/Internet, Garbage, Lawn Care, Snow Removal Landlord Responsible for: Water/Sewer Campus: 2 Blocks Cy-Ride: Red, Green, Purple 1 Block
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 Campus Ave Duplex (248/250) 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
3-bedroom apartments at Campus Ave Duplex (248/250) cost about 137% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Ames.
Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Ames
| Month | Median 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 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$138,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $138,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,450.
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Schools near Campus Ave Duplex (248/250)
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
Neighborhood
Getting around Ames near 248 Campus Ave
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
9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 248 Campus Ave, Ames
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within a short drive
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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