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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Dog and cat friendly
  • Super convenient location
  • New flooring
  • Cat friendly
  • High speed internet with metronet

Location

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

Westview Real Estate

Leasing office

(844) 294-7576 ext. 6984

Property Overview

511 S. 4th St. presents an impressive overall rating of 8.8 from Zumper, underscoring its appeal as a strong option for renters. With a competitive price rating of 10, excellent amenities rated at 9, and a prime location also scoring 9, this property exemplifies value for money, ranking within the top 78.57 percentile in its area. Additional highlights include new flooring, high-speed internet, and pet-friendly policies, creating a desirable living environment.

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, 511 S. 4th St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 511 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

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

511 S. 4th St. - Unit 3112 bed1 bath678 sqft$880 /mo2 bedroom/1 bathroom apartment available for August 1st! Cat friendly with a $300 non-refundable deposit, and NO monthly pet rent. Third floor apartment. We Just put in NEW FLOORING!!! Included in rent: balcony, dishwasher, high speed internet with Metronet, FREE laundry in building, refrigerator, stove and oven. 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! $880.00 per month, and $880.00 security deposit. $50 for application and must be able to pass a background check!

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Amenities for 511 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

One-time. Agent application fee

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$880

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 cat max.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 1 dog max.

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HomeApartments in Ames 511 S. 4th St.

1bed/1bath apartment available in August! First floor apartment, dog and cat friendly, with a $350 non-refundable pet deposit. Included in rent: air conditioner, gas and heat, dishwasher, high speed internet with Metronet, FREE laundry in building, 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! $780 per month, and $780 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, 511 S. 4th St. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 511 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 511 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.
511 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·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.
511 S. 4th St. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 511 S. 4th St. 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.
511 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 511 S. 4th St. to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
511 S. 4th St. 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.

511 S. 4th St. is great for:

Social life

  • 87 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 184 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 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 511 S. 4th St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

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Rent trends in Ames

2-bedroom apartments at 511 S. 4th St. cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Ames
A table of studio rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$694
December 2023$737
January 2024$764
February 2024$740
March 2024$730
April 2024$666
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

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$35,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $35,200 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $880.
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Schools near 511 S. 4th St.

Mitchell Elementary School

3521 jewel dr

ames, IA, 50010

K-5Public
B+

Northwood Preschool

3012 duff ave

ames, IA, 50010

PK, KPublic
B+
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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 511 S 4th St

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 511 S 4th St, Ames

Groceries

6/10
The nearest general grocery store is within a 15-minute walk, and there are also a few specialist food stores nearby.

Shopping

5/10
Some fashion stores are within walking distance.

Cafes

4/10
The closest café is within a 15-minute walk, and there are a few other cafés within walking distance.

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants are within walking distance.

Primary schools

1/10
There are no elementary schools within a 30-minute walk.

High schools

1/10
There are no high schools within a 30-minute walk.

Nightlife

2/10
Few bars are within walking distance.

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