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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Balcony
  • Snow removal
  • Refrigerator
  • Wood-burning fireplace
  • Partially open-concept kitchen

Location

1217 Delaware Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA|Sawyer West
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Management

First Property Management of Ames, L.C.

Leasing office

(515) 292-5020

Property Overview

1217 Delaware earns a strong overall impression with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, driven by excellent price and amenity scores, plus a strong location and trustworthy listing details. Notable features include a dishwasher, balcony, snow removal, refrigerator, wood-burning fireplace, and a partially open-concept kitchen, while the many photos and strong value metrics add to its appeal.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1217 Delaware is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1217 Delaware 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Dishwasher

Floor plans

1217 Delaware Ave - 2 Bed/ 1 Bath Smaller Layout2 bed1 bath850 sqft$790 /mo1 unit available
1217 Delaware Ave - 2 Bed/ 1 Bath Ground Level2 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$790 /mo1 unit available
1217 Delaware Ave - 2 Bed/ 1 Bath Upper Level2 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$820 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 1217 Delaware

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/Range

Grounds

Assigned ParkingOutdoor 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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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

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Building details

Property details

Units12

About 1217 Delaware

HomeApartments in AmesSawyer West 1217 Delaware

1217/1225 Delaware is located in West Ames, walking distance from Abbey Sawyer Elementary School, Hutchison Park, and Emma McCarthy Lee Park. CyRide Bus stops along Ontario Ave make Iowa State University or West Hy-Vee Grocery Store just as easily accessible! The apartments feature a thoughtfully designed layout with a partially open-concept kitchen that flows seamlessly into the living area. Two equally sized bedrooms and a full bathroom with dual sinks provide both space and functionality. The kitchens are equipped with a range, dishwasher, refrigerator, and garbage disposal, while in select units the living rooms include a balcony and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, creating a welcoming focal point for the space. Additional amenities include a secure building entrance and convenient coin-operated laundry facilities. These properties include the following floorplans: 2 Bed, 1 Bath at 850 Sq Ft 2 Bed, 1 Bath at 1000 Sq Ft Key Features: Tenant Responsibilities: Electricity and gas Landlord Pays: Water/sewer, internet service, garbage pick-up, lawn care, and snow removal Parking: Assigned parking Laundry: On-site coin-operated


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1217 Delaware is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1217 Delaware 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 1217 Delaware
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.
1217 Delaware 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.
1217 Delaware goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1217 Delaware 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.
1217 Delaware 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 1217 Delaware 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.

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 1217 Delaware compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1.6 miles away

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Rent trends in Sawyer West

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 1217 Delaware to be 4% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Sawyer West.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Sawyer West
Ames
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$849
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$885
May 2026$912
June 2026$917
July 2026$903
August 2026$884
September 2026$916
October 2026$917
November 2026$947
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Sawyer West
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$714
December 2024$723
January 2025$723
February 2025$740
September 2025$993
October 2025$958
November 2025$962
December 2025$966
January 2026$978
February 2026$996
March 2026$1,018
April 2026$1,020
May 2026$1,013
June 2026$1,011
July 2026$1,003
August 2026$1,013
September 2026$1,004
October 2026$988
November 2026$1,003

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $31,600 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $790.
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Schools near 1217 Delaware

Sawyer Elementary School

4316 ontario 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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Getting around Ames near 1217 Delaware Ave

Walking

3/10
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.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1217 Delaware Ave, Ames

Groceries

2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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