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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Free parking
  • Refrigerator
  • Convenient location
  • Vinyl flooring
  • High speed internet
  • Dog and cat friendly

Location

640 S 4th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA
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Management

K & J Cooper Properties

Leasing office

(844) 329-3784 ext. 7862

Property Overview

640 S. 4th St. offers excellent value, with top-tier price and amenities ratings, strong overall and location scores, and a transparent, detailed listing. Residents can enjoy convenient access to a vibrant social scene, including 185 nearby mixed-use spaces and 108 restaurants within a mile, along with a nearby top-rated middle school. Free parking, high‑speed internet, pet-friendly policies, vinyl flooring, a refrigerator, and ample photos further enhance everyday comfort and confidence in what the property provides.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 640 S. 4th St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 640 S. 4th St. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

640 S. 4th St. - Unit 24Studio1 bath425 sqft$625 /moStudio apartment available August 1st Included in rent: high speed internet with Metronet, refrigerator, stove and oven. Free parking in a tenant only parking lot. There is no laundry in the units but FREE laundry in the building! Tenant is responsible for electricity through City of Ames and gas through Alliant. Across the street from Lincoln Center Hyvee, and down the road from Target, Walmart and restaurants on South Duff. Cy-ride bus stop are right on the corner! Super convenient location! $625 per month, and $625 security deposit. $50 for application and must be able to pass a background check!
640 S. 4th St. - Unit...1 bed1 bath624 sqft$785 /moThis 1 bedroom/1bathroom apartment is available August 1st! Has recently been remodeled. Dog and cat friendly, with $450 non-refundable pet deposit and NO monthly pet rent. Free parking in a tenant only parking lot. Tenant is responsible for electricity through City of Ames and gas through Alliant. Across the street from Lincoln Center Hyvee, and down the road from Target, Walmart and restaurants on South Duff. Cy-ride bus stop are right on the corner! Super convenient location! $785per month, and $785 security deposit. $50 for application and must be able to pass a background check!
640 S. 4th St. - Unit...2 bed1 bath816 sqft$940 /moBeautiful remodeled 2 Bedroom. LVP flooring will be installed when tenants move out. Pet friendly with a $450 non-refundable deposit, and NO monthly pet rent. 1st floor apartment. Included : air conditioner, dishwasher, heat/gas, high speed internet with Metronet, FREE laundry in building, microwave, refrigerator, stove and oven, walk-in closet in master bedroom. Free parking in a tenant only parking lot. Tenant is responsible for electricity and gas. Across the street from Lincoln Center Hyvee, and down the road from Target, Walmart and restaurants on South Duff. Cy-ride bus stop are right in front of the building! Super convenient location! $940 security deposit, and $940 rent per month! $50 application and must be able to pass a background check!

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Amenities for 640 S. 4th St.

Building

Cats OKDogs 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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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Building details

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This 1 bedroom/1bathroom apartment is available August 1st! Has recently been remodeled. Dog and cat friendly, with $450 non-refundable pet deposit and NO monthly pet rent. Free parking in a tenant only parking lot. Tenant is responsible for electricity through City of Ames and gas through Alliant. Across the street from Lincoln Center Hyvee, and down the road from Target, Walmart and restaurants on South Duff. Cy-ride bus stop are right on the corner! Super convenient location! $785per month, and $785 security deposit. $50 for application and must be able to pass a background check!


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 640 S. 4th St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 640 S. 4th St. has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 640 S. 4th St.
Price·10A 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.
640 S. 4th St. offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
640 S. 4th St. 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—pets allowed—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.
640 S. 4th St. 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 640 S. 4th St. 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.

640 S. 4th St. is great for:

Social life

  • 108 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 185 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 640 S. 4th St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Studio units are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 3 miles away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Ames

Studio apartments at 640 S. 4th St. cost about 18% less than the average rent price for studios in Ames.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 11% lower than 1-bedrooms in Ames.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 640 S. 4th St. to be 9% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Ames
A table of studio rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
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
April 2026$715

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 640 S 4th St?

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$25,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $25,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $625.
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Schools near 640 S. 4th St.

Northwood Preschool

3012 duff ave

ames, IA, 50010

PK, KPublic
B+

Mitchell Elementary School

3521 jewel dr

ames, IA, 50010

K-5Public
B+

Madrid Elementary Preschool

201 n main st

madrid, IA, 50156

PKPublic
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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 640 S 4th St

Walking

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

Driving

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

Points of interest for 640 S 4th St, Ames

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' 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

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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