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Highlights
- Prime location
- Snow removal
- Outdoor spaces
Location
405 E 6th St, Ames, IA 50010, USA|Brandshell
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Property Overview
405 East 6th Street scores highly across various metrics, with a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6 out of 10, reflecting its desirability for renters. The property has a competitive price rating of 10, emphasizing its excellent value relative to amenities, which are rated at 8, and location, rated at 9 for convenience to key attractions. Notable features include a prime location, outdoor spaces, and snow removal services, further enhancing its appeal among potential renters.
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
Less expensive- More space
- Images Available
Great for
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| 405 East 6th Street - 2 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 775 sqft | $765 /mo | Recently remodeled 1 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment. Not far from historic downtown Ames and local CyRide bus routes. This delightful unit features a bright and open living space, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Tenants Responsibilities: Electric, Water, and Internet/TV Owner Responsibilities: Gas, Garbage, Lawn Care, and Snow Removal Shared free laundry! Experience the best of Ames with this centrally located apartment offering both comfort and convenience. Don't miss out - schedule your viewing today! | ||
| 405 East 6th Street - 4 | 2 bed | 1 bath | 775 sqft | $895 /mo | **Charming Apartment in Prime Ames Location!** This delightful unit features a bright and open living space, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy modern amenities, including a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living areas, all within a well-maintained building. **Prime Location Highlights:** - Campus Proximity: Just a short distance to Iowa State University, making it ideal for students and faculty. - Dining & Entertainment: Explore a variety of local eateries, cafes, and shops along Main Street, all within a few blocks. - Parks: Enjoy nearby parks and outdoor spaces for recreation and relaxation. - Convenience: Close to grocery stores, public transit, and other essential services. Experience the best of Ames with this centrally located apartment offering both comfort and convenience. Don't miss out—schedule your viewing today! Tenants are responsible for internet, electricity, and water. The landlord pays for natural gas, garbage pick-up, lawn care, and snow removal. |
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About 405 East 6th Street
**Charming Apartment in Prime Ames Location!** This delightful unit features a bright and open living space, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Enjoy modern amenities, including a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living areas, all within a well-maintained building. **Prime Location Highlights:** - Campus Proximity: Just a short distance to Iowa State University, making it ideal for students and faculty. - Dining & Entertainment: Explore a variety of local eateries, cafes, and shops along Main Street, all within a few blocks. - Parks: Enjoy nearby parks and outdoor spaces for recreation and relaxation. - Convenience: Close to grocery stores, public transit, and other essential services. Experience the best of Ames with this centrally located apartment offering both comfort and convenience. Don't miss out—schedule your viewing today! Tenants are responsible for internet, electricity, and water. The landlord pays for natural gas, garbage pick-up, lawn care, and snow removal.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 405 East 6th Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 405 East 6th Street 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.
405 East 6th Street 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 405 East 6th Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
405 East 6th Street 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 405 East 6th Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
405 East 6th Street 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 405 East 6th Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 105 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 4 miles away
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Grow a garden indoors
- A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
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Rent trends in Brandshell
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% higher than 1-bedrooms in Brandshell.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 405 East 6th Street to be 3% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Brandshell.
Median rents as of Mar 14 2026.
Brandshell
Ames
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $790 |
| April 2024 | $785 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | $724 |
| February 2025 | $736 |
| March 2025 | $748 |
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Can I afford to live at 405 E 6th St?
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $30,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $765.
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Schools near 405 East 6th Street
Meeker Elementary School
300 20th 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
Brandshell | Ames, IA
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Ames near 405 E 6th St
Walking
5/10
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 405 E 6th St, Ames
Groceries
7/10
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
2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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