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514 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA|Brandshell
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Property Overview
514-520 Carroll Ave is well-rated with an overall Zumper score of 8.4, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent amenities. The property excels in location, providing easy access to transportation, parks, and numerous dining options, further enhancing the living experience. Additionally, its trustworthiness rating highlights the transparency of its description, making it an appealing choice for those seeking a vibrant community with favorable work-from-home conditions.
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
Laundry available on site
Great for
Work-from-home
Social life
Floor plans
| Central Ames - Prime Location in the Heart of Ames, Walking Distance to Main Street, and On-Site ... | 1 bed | 1 bath | $775 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for 514-520 Carroll Ave
Building
| Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
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
| Units | 4 |
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About 514-520 Carroll Ave
514-520 Carroll Ave cost $775 per month. A couple amenities for this apartment building include but are not limited to: outdoor space and on-site laundry. Located at 514 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA 50010, USA, 514-520 Carroll Ave has 1 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 1 bedroom in Ames, renting an apartment at 514-520 Carroll Ave is 12% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Ames include but are not limited to: 4301 Lincoln Swing, 4815 Todd Dr, 5910 Lincoln Way
514-520 Carroll Ave 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 514-520 Carroll Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
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Rent trends in Brandshell
1-bedroom apartments at 514-520 Carroll Ave cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Brandshell.
Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Brandshell
Ames
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $781 |
| May 2024 | $771 |
| June 2024 | $772 |
| July 2024 | $789 |
| August 2024 | $799 |
| September 2024 | $837 |
| October 2024 | $805 |
| November 2024 | $869 |
| December 2024 | $823 |
| January 2025 | $830 |
| February 2025 | $846 |
| March 2025 | $852 |
| April 2025 | $812 |
| May 2025 | $791 |
| June 2025 | $857 |
| July 2025 | $828 |
| August 2025 | $823 |
| September 2025 | $937 |
| October 2025 | $829 |
| November 2025 | $905 |
| December 2025 | $915 |
| January 2026 | $911 |
| February 2026 | $898 |
| March 2026 | $879 |
| April 2026 | $880 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | $724 |
| February 2025 | $736 |
| March 2025 | $748 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$31,000/yr
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Schools near 514-520 Carroll Ave
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
Brandshell | Ames, IA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Ames near 514 Carroll Ave
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
6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 514 Carroll Ave, Ames
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute 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
2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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