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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious apartments
  • Private balconies or patios
  • Walk-in closets
  • Lush landscaping
  • Soaring ceilings
  • High-end finishes

Location

1201 Florida Ave, Ames, IA 50014, USA|Sawyer West
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Property Overview

Haven Apartments is a highly rated community overall, with strong scores for value, amenities, and an especially convenient location near a top-rated elementary school. Renters can expect spacious layouts with soaring ceilings, high-end finishes, walk-in closets, and private balconies or patios, all set amid lush landscaping and supported by transparent, detailed property information. It’s also noted as a good option for pet owners, with a nearby pet supply store adding to everyday convenience.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Haven Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Haven Apartments 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
  • Images Available
  • Walk-in closet

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

Haven Apartments - Cherry1 bed1 bath633 sqft$955 /mo
Haven Apartments - Walnut1 bed1 bath617 sqft$1,000 /mo
Haven Apartments - Hazel1 bed1 bath741 sqft$1,005 /mo
Haven Apartments - Elm1 bed1 bath620 sqft$1,040 /mo
Haven Apartments - Cotton1 bed1 bath688 sqft$1,050 /mo
Haven Apartments - Birch1 bed1 bath727 sqft$1,075 /mo
Haven Apartments - Pine1 bed1 bath753 sqft$1,100 /mo
Haven Apartments - Willow2 bed1 bath892 sqft$1,100 /mo
Haven Apartments - Aspen2 bed1 bath880 sqft$1,175 /mo
Haven Apartments - Cedar2 bed2 bath952 sqft$1,225 /mo
Haven Apartments - Spruce2 bed2 bath1,094 sqft$1,300 /mo
Haven Apartments - Locust2 bed1 bath1,020 sqft$1,300 /mo

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Amenities for Haven Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanWalk-in Closet

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

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About Haven Apartments

HomeApartments in AmesSawyer West Haven Apartments

Welcome to Haven Apartments in Ames, Iowa, where comfort meets convenience in a serene neighborhood setting. Our beautiful community offers spacious one and two-bedroom apartments designed for your lifestyle, featuring walk-in closets, high-end finishes, soaring ceilings, and private balconies or patios. We are proudly pet-friendly, complete with walking trails and lush landscaping for you and your pets to enjoy. Discover the many ways to feel at home at Haven Apartments.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, Haven Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Haven Apartments 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 Haven Apartments
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.
Haven Apartments 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, Haven Apartments 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.
Haven Apartments 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 Haven Apartments 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.
Haven Apartments 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.

Haven Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 Haven Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Sawyer West

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% lower than 1-bedrooms in Sawyer West.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Haven Apartments to be 7% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Sawyer West.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Sawyer West
Ames
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Ames
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$772
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
May 2026$895
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$1,040

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Haven Apartments

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

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Ames near 1201 Florida 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 1201 Florida Ave, Ames

Groceries

1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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