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Highlights

  • Dog and cat friendly
  • Super convenient location
  • Gas/heat included
  • High speed internet with metronet

Location

819 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50010, USA|South Ames Business
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Management

K & J Cooper Properties

Leasing office

(844) 284-9790 ext. 7731

Property Overview

819 Lincoln Way receives a strong overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.8/10, showcasing its excellent balance of price and value, with a perfect price rating of 10/10. This pet-friendly property features notable amenities, including high-speed internet and gas heat, and is ideally located near urban conveniences, earning impressive location and amenities ratings of 9/10 each. Additionally, it stands out in the market for its transparency and quality, positioned within the top percentile for value compared to local offerings.

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Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 819 Lincoln Way is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 819 Lincoln Way 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
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

819 Lincoln Way - Unit...1 bed1 bath570 sqft$705 /mo1 bedroom/1 bathroom apartment available for August 1st! Dog and cat friendly with a $350 non-refundable deposit, and NO monthly pet rent. Free Laundry in basement . Included in rent: gas/heat, high speed internet with Metronet, refrigerator, stove and oven. 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! $705 per month, and $705 security deposit. $50 for application and must be able to pass a background check!

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HomeApartments in AmesSouth Ames Business 819 Lincoln Way

1 bedroom/1 bathroom apartment available for August 1st! Dog and cat friendly with a $350 non-refundable deposit, and NO monthly pet rent. Free Laundry in basement . Included in rent: gas/heat, high speed internet with Metronet, refrigerator, stove and oven. 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! $705 per month, and $705 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, 819 Lincoln Way is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 819 Lincoln Way 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 819 Lincoln Way
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.
819 Lincoln Way 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.
819 Lincoln Way goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 819 Lincoln Way 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.
819 Lincoln Way 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 819 Lincoln Way 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.
819 Lincoln Way 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.

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 819 Lincoln Way compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 3 miles away

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in South Ames Business

1-bedroom apartments at 819 Lincoln Way cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in South Ames Business.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
South Ames Business
Ames
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$794
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$880
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in South Ames Business
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$695
April 2024$674

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$28,200/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,200 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $705.
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Schools near 819 Lincoln Way

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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Getting around Ames near 819 Lincoln Way

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Points of interest for 819 Lincoln Way, Ames

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

1/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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