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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Central air conditioning
  • Ample storage
  • Separate living room
  • Off street parking
  • Washer/dryer included
  • Hard wood floors

Location

1706 Grand Avenue, Ames, Iowa 50010, United States
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Management

Wiese Enterprises, Inc.

Leasing office

(515) 233-3390

Property Overview

Grand Duplex receives an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.1, highlighting its strong value and competitive pricing. The property excels with a 9 out of 10 location rating, providing convenient access to schools and amenities, while its 8 out of 10 rating for amenities showcases desirable features like central air conditioning, off-street parking, and ample storage. Additionally, the property demonstrates transparency and trustworthiness, making it a compelling option for prospective renters.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Grand Duplex is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Grand Duplex 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

  • High school nearby
  • More space
  • Elementary school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,480 sqft$1,295 /mo1 unit available2 bedroom duplex close to mall Extra room in basement with egress window Washer/Dryer included Hard wood floors throughout unit Off street parking including garage stall Walk-out to large fenced back yard Separate living room and dining room Ample storage including large basement area Central Air Conditioning Utilities paid by tenant

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Amenities for Grand Duplex

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

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

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Units2
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About Grand Duplex

HomeApartments in Ames Grand Duplex

2 bedroom duplex close to mall Extra room in basement with egress window Washer/Dryer included Hard wood floors throughout unit Off street parking including garage stall Walk-out to large fenced back yard Separate living room and dining room Ample storage including large basement area Central Air Conditioning Utilities paid by tenant


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, Grand Duplex is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Grand Duplex 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 Grand Duplex
Price·9A 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.
Grand Duplex stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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, Grand Duplex 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.
Grand Duplex 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 Grand Duplex 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 Grand Duplex compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 592 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles 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 Ames

2-bedroom apartments at Grand Duplex cost about 11% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ames.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Ames
A table of studio rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$753
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
November 2025$751

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$51,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,295.
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Schools near Grand Duplex

Meeker Elementary School

300 20th st

ames, IA, 50010

K-5Public
B

Northwood Preschool

3012 duff ave

ames, IA, 50010

PK, KPublic
B+
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Getting around Ames near 1706 Grand Avenue

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

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 1706 Grand Avenue, Ames

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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