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Highlights

  • Prime location
  • Snow removal
  • Refrigerator
  • Private entry
  • Additional storage
  • Quiet environment

Location

129 South Oak Avenue, Ames, Iowa 50010, United States|Oak-Riverside
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Management

First Property Management of Ames, L.C.

Leasing office

(515) 292-5020

Property Overview

129 S. Oak offers a prime location with excellent amenities, earning high ratings across multiple categories. With a Zumper expert rating of 7.9 and outstanding scores for price, amenities, and location, it reflects great value and an elevated quality of living. Residents can enjoy a quiet environment, ample storage, and convenient access to dining, cultural attractions, and pet-friendly services, making it an appealing choice for a variety of lifestyles.

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

7.9
Very Good
129 S. Oak is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

129 S Oak - 1 Bed/ 1 Bath1 bed1 bath$580 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 129 S. Oak

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove/Range

Building

Cats OK

Grounds

Outdoor Space
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 129 S. Oak

HomeApartments in Ames 129 S. Oak

The 129 S. Oak apartments offer a prime location in Central Ames, near the Lincoln Shopping Center and just a short walk to O’Neil Park and historic Main Street, home to local shops and restaurants. A CyRide bus stop is conveniently located just one block north on Lincoln Way, making it easy to get around town. Each unit features a private entry and a bright living room with plenty of natural light. The kitchen comes equipped with a refrigerator and electric range for your cooking needs. Built in 1965, this small complex houses just five units, ensuring a quiet environment. A laundry area with coin-operated machines and additional storage is located below the building. Residents also receive a parking permit for the lot conveniently situated on the east side of the property. Key Features: Tenant Responsibilities: Electricity, gas, and internet service Landlord Pays: Water/sewer, garbage pick-up, lawn care, and snow removal Parking: Open lot for tenants Laundry: On-site, coin-operated Pet-Friendly Policy: Pet rent: $50/month, no deposit required Dogs and cats welcome (maximum size: 20 lbs, 20 inches) No charge for other caged pets ESA and service animals welcome with proper documentation


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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
129 S. Oak is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 129 S. Oak
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 129 S. Oak is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Oak-Riverside. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
129 S. Oak goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cats allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 129 S. Oak 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.
129 S. Oak 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 129 S. Oak 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.
129 S. Oak 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.

129 S. Oak is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile
  • 1 internet service provider option nearby

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet grooming services nearby
  • 11 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 98 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 9 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 31 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 129 S. Oak compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 3 miles away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Oak-Riverside

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Oak-Riverside
Ames
A table of 4-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,696
January 2024$1,705
February 2024$1,477
March 2024$1,619
April 2024$1,699
May 2024$1,776
June 2024$1,752
July 2024$1,724
August 2024$1,726
September 2024$1,780
October 2024$1,851
November 2024$1,950
December 2024$1,698
January 2025$1,589
February 2025$1,582
March 2025$1,717
April 2025$1,790
May 2025$1,783
June 2025$1,902
July 2025$1,895
August 2025$1,918
September 2025$2,052
October 2025$2,074
November 2025$2,104
December 2025$2,100
A table of 4-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Oak-Riverside
MonthMedian Rent
October 2025$1,800
November 2025$1,798

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $23,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $580.
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Schools near 129 S. Oak

Northwood Preschool

3012 duff ave

ames, IA, 50010

PK, KPublic
B+

Edwards Elementary School

820 miller ave

ames, IA, 50014

K-5Public
B+
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Neighborhood

Oak-Riverside | Ames, IA

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

Getting around Ames near 129 South Oak Avenue

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 129 South Oak Avenue, Ames

Groceries

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

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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