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Highlights

  • Modern comfort
  • Welcoming atmosphere
  • Stylish finishes
  • Spacious layout
  • Easy access
  • Parking spaces

Location

2811 West Street, Ames, Iowa 50014, United States
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Management

Unique Apartment Homes LLC

Leasing office

(515) 292-5050

Property Overview

West Street Lofts presents a strong option for renters, receiving an impressive 8.5 overall rating from Zumper, alongside top marks for amenities and competitive pricing, reflecting excellent value for its offerings. The property features modern comfort, stylish finishes, a spacious layout, and convenient access with parking spaces. Additionally, its prime location is highly rated, providing easy access to key amenities and popular points of interest.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” 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, West Street Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, West Street Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Less expensive
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,427 sqft$1,980 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to West Street Lofts, where modern comfort meets a convenient Ames location! This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment comes with an additional den space, features stylish finishes, and a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for students or professionals looking for easy access to Iowa State University, dining, and shopping. Tenants are responsible for electricity and water through the City of Ames and gas through Alliant Energy. This unit comes with three parking spaces. If you would like more information, please give us a call at 515-292-5050. When applying, please note that each tenant who plans to reside in the unit must submit their own application, and all applications must be submitted together. Units are not secured until all applications have been approved and the lease has been signed. (Pictures may not be of the exact unit but show similar finishes.)
4BR/3.5BA4 bed3.5 bath106+ sqft$650–$2,800 /mo2 units available360 Tour of 2811 West St #207: (https view ricoh360 com 968e5df8-07ef-46d2-bac8-3b3be14aaa63?type=compact) Welcome to West Street Lofts, where modern comfort meets a convenient Ames location! This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom apartment features a spacious layout, stylish finishes, and a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for students or professionals looking for easy access to Iowa State University, dining, and shopping. Tenants are responsible for electricity through the City of Ames and gas through Alliant Energy. This unit comes with four parking spaces. If you would like more information, please give us a call at 515-292-5050. When applying, please note that each tenant who plans to reside in the unit must submit their own application, and all applications must be submitted together. Units are not secured until all applications have been approved and the lease has been signed. (Pictures may not be of the exact unit but show similar finishes.)

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Amenities for West Street Lofts

Apartment Amenities

DeckDen
GasWater

Appliances

DishwasherElectric
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
OvenRange
RefrigeratorStove
Washer and Dryer

Tech

Internet

Building

Controlled AccessFitness Center

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOutdoor Space

Services

Ames Fitness MembershipGarbage
Lawn CareSnow Removal

Neighborhood

Close To CampusOn Cy-Ride Route

Other

Parking - One Spot per Bedroom
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One-time. Refundable.

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Assigned Parking

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About West Street Lofts

HomeApartments in Ames West Street Lofts

360 Tour of 2811 West St #207: (https view ricoh360 com 968e5df8-07ef-46d2-bac8-3b3be14aaa63?type=compact) Welcome to West Street Lofts, where modern comfort meets a convenient Ames location! This 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom apartment features a spacious layout, stylish finishes, and a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for students or professionals looking for easy access to Iowa State University, dining, and shopping. Tenants are responsible for electricity through the City of Ames and gas through Alliant Energy. This unit comes with four parking spaces. If you would like more information, please give us a call at 515-292-5050. When applying, please note that each tenant who plans to reside in the unit must submit their own application, and all applications must be submitted together. Units are not secured until all applications have been approved and the lease has been signed. (Pictures may not be of the exact unit but show similar finishes.)


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, West Street Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, West Street Lofts has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated West Street Lofts
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.
West Street Lofts 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·10A 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.
West Street Lofts stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—in-unit laundry—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
West Street Lofts 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 West Street Lofts 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.

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 West Street Lofts compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 557 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 4-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 2 miles away
More space
The 3-bedroom is 170 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

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Rent trends in Ames

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at West Street Lofts to be 72% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Ames.

4-bedroom apartments at West Street Lofts cost about 69% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of Dec 6 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
December 2025$755

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$79,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $79,200 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,980.
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Schools near West Street Lofts

Sawyer Elementary School

4316 ontario st

ames, IA, 50010

K-5Public
B

Northwood Preschool

3012 duff ave

ames, IA, 50010

PK, KPublic
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 2811 West Street

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.

Points of interest for 2811 West Street, Ames

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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