5+ Days Ago
Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Off-street parking
- Large eat-in kitchen
- Detached garage
Location
1009 N Dakota Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA|Sawyer West
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Property Overview
1009 North Dakota Ave is a highly rated rental option with an overall score of 8.5/10, highlighted by excellent value for money, strong amenities, and a convenient location. Residents can enjoy features like off-street parking, a large eat-in kitchen, and a detached garage, along with proximity to a top-rated elementary school and reasonable access to public transportation. The listing details are relatively transparent, helping renters understand what to expect from the property and its management.
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
Elementary school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 3BR/1.0BA | 3 bed | 1 bath | 1,114 sqft | $1,260 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome home to this large 3-bedroom duplex. This spacious unit comes equipped with a large eat-in kitchen, carpeted living room, 3 bedrooms, one bathroom, and in-unit laundry. In addition, the unit comes with an oversized one-stall detached garage, as well as plenty of off-street parking. Landlord pays for garbage, lawn care, and snow removal. Tenant is responsible for the City of Ames bill (electric, water, sewer), Alliant Energy (gas), and internet/TV. City of Ames Average: $150.00 Alliant Energy Average: $52.46 |
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Amenities for 1009 North Dakota Ave
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
Services
| Garbage | Lawn Care |
| Snow Removal |
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
Garage Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 1009 North Dakota Ave
Welcome home to this large 3-bedroom duplex. This spacious unit comes equipped with a large eat-in kitchen, carpeted living room, 3 bedrooms, one bathroom, and in-unit laundry. In addition, the unit comes with an oversized one-stall detached garage, as well as plenty of off-street parking. Landlord pays for garbage, lawn care, and snow removal. Tenant is responsible for the City of Ames bill (electric, water, sewer), Alliant Energy (gas), and internet/TV. City of Ames Average: $150.00 Alliant Energy Average: $52.46
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1009 North Dakota Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1009 North Dakota Ave 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.
1009 North Dakota Ave 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.
1009 North Dakota Ave 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, 1009 North Dakota Ave 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.
1009 North Dakota Ave 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 1009 North Dakota Ave does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
1009 North Dakota Ave 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.
1009 North Dakota 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 1009 North Dakota Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Sawyer West
3-bedroom apartments at 1009 North Dakota Ave cost about the same as the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Sawyer West.
Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Sawyer West
Ames
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $885 |
| Month | Median 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 |
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Can I afford to live at 1009 N Dakota Ave?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$50,400/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,400 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,260.
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Schools near 1009 North Dakota Ave
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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Neighborhood
Sawyer West | Ames, IA
Getting around Ames near 1009 N Dakota 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
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1009 N Dakota Ave, Ames
Groceries
3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
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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