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Pet Friendly
Location
212 Hayward Avenue, Ames, Iowa 50014, United States|South Campus Area
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Property Overview
212 Hayward is highly regarded with an expert rating of 8.8, underscoring its appeal to renters. The property excels in key areas, achieving a perfect score for price and amenities, and a strong location rating of 9 out of 10. It's also recognized for its transparency, further enhancing its attractiveness, along with features that cater to a work-from-home environment, pet friendliness, sustainability, and a vibrant social scene.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
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Great for
Work-from-home
Social life
Eco living
Floor plans
| Campus View - 1BD/1BA Apartments | 1 bed | 1 bath | 500 sqft | |||
| Campus View - Carpeted 1BD/1BA Apartments | 1 bed | 1 bath | 500 sqft | |||
| 1 bed | 1 bed | 0.5 bath |
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Amenities for 212 Hayward
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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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Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Building details
Property details
| Units | 15 |
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About 212 Hayward
Located at 212 Hayward Avenue, Ames, Iowa 50014, United States, 212 Hayward has 1 bedroom units available.Other apartment buildings in or around Ames include but are not limited to: 4301 Lincoln Swing, 225 N Hyland Ave, 2610 Northridge Pkwy
212 Hayward is great for:
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 212 Hayward compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
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Rent trends in South Campus Area
Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
South Campus Area
Ames
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $668 |
| 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 | $761 |
| January 2026 | $754 |
| February 2026 | $750 |
| March 2026 | $728 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | $965 |
| February 2026 | $965 |
Schools near 212 Hayward
Edwards Elementary School
820 miller ave
ames, IA, 50014
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
South Campus Area | Ames, IA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Ames near 212 Hayward Avenue
Walking
7/10
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.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 212 Hayward Avenue, Ames
Groceries
6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
2/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
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