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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Super convenient location
- Pet friendly
- High speed internet with metronet
Location
630 S 4th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA
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Property Overview
630 S. 4th St. is a highly rated rental option, earning an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8/10 with perfect scores for both price and amenities, reflecting strong value and an elevated standard of living. Residents benefit from a super convenient location with high-speed Metronet internet, pet-friendly policies, and excellent access to restaurants and mixed-use spaces, supporting a vibrant social life. A strong location score and solid trustworthiness rating further indicate transparent management and easy access to key neighborhood destinations, including nearby schools.
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.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Laundry available on site
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 630 S. 4th St. - Unit... | 2 bed | 1 bath | 816 sqft | $940 /mo | This apartment is available August 1st 2 bedroom/1 bathroom, second floor apartment. Vinyl click together flooring throughout the apartment, with carpet in the bedrooms. Pet friendly with a $450 non-refundable deposit, and NO monthly pet rent. This apartment has been updated with new cupboards, flooring and lights. 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, water is FREE. 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! $940per month, and $940 security deposit. $50 for application and must be able to pass a background check! |
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Amenities for 630 S. 4th St.
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
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
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Cat
Pet Terms
1 cat max.
Dog
Pet Terms
1 dog max.
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Building details
Property details
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About 630 S. 4th St.
2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment available May 1st. It was remodeled in December. It has new flooring, cabinets, vanity and lighting. No carpet. Dog and cat friendly with a $450 non-refundable deposit, and NO monthly pet rent. First floor apartment. Apartment has dishwasher, heat/gas, AC, high speed internet with Metronet, FREE laundry in building, Free water, refrigerator, stove and oven. Free parking in a tenant only parking lot. Tenant is responsible for electricity through City of Ames. 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! $940 per month, and $940 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 GoodWith a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 630 S. 4th St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 630 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.
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.
630 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.
630 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.
630 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 630 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.
630 S. 4th St. 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 630 S. 4th St. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 3 miles away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Ames
2-bedroom apartments at 630 S. 4th St. cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ames.
Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Ames
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| May 2026 | $789 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 630 S 4th St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$37,600/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $37,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $940.
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Schools near 630 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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Internet available near 630 S. 4th St.
Neighborhood
Getting around Ames near 630 S 4th St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Points of interest for 630 S 4th St, Ames
Groceries
8/10
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
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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Walmart Supercenter
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Mayfair One Hour Cleaners
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Print Tees LLC
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Teal & Tenacious
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Brown's Shoe Fit Ames
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Boutique Plan LLC
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Starbucks
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Tropical Smoothie Cafe
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Humble Donuts Co
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Starbucks
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Vinyl Cafe
303 Kellogg Ave
Buffalo Wild Wings
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London Underground
212 Main St
Tip Top Lounge
201 E Lincoln Way
Whiskey River
134 Main St
Applebee's Grill + Bar
105 Chestnut St
Cook's Emporium
313 Main St
Piece & Freedom Bakery
301 Main St
Dutch Oven Bakery
219 Duff Ave
Great Harvest Bread
502 Burnett Ave
Walmart Bakery
534 S Duff Ave
Pizza Hut
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Wing Street
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Rico's Tacos LLC
226 S 3rd St
Taco John's
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Jersey Mike's Subs
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