Apartments for Rent in the West Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA (221 Rentals)

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West Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Ames, Ames, IA

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in Ames, IA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Iowa, including Ames. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Family-Friendly Rating

Do you have a family with children? Amongst all of the communities in Ames, West Ames is one of the A-list submarkets for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly communities have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly communities provide resources like parks, trails and recreation, and access to the best education.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to nice outdoor spaces is a must-have. This residential area is a highly-rated neighborhood for parks and greenspace, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have furry friends? This area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Getting Around the West Ames Neighborhood in Ames, IA

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about West Ames

How much are Studio apartments in West Ames?

There are currently 24 Studio Apartments in West Ames with rent ranges from $670 to $1,300 with an average price of $883.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom West Ames Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in West Ames ranges from $600 to $1,470 with an average monthly rent of $928.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in West Ames cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in West Ames range from $599 to $1,830. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,105.

How expensive are West Ames Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 105 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in West Ames on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $519 to $2,600 - averaging $1,059 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.