Renting in Ames
Ames's rental market runs through a real, disclosed, wide spread across data sources, shaped by Iowa State University's large student population.
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Learn moreA real, disclosed rent spread
Zillow Rental Manager and Zumper both cited a median rent near $1,025-$1,032/month, while RentCafe separately cited a notably higher average of approximately $1,411/month (up 6.73% year-over-year).
Iowa landlord-tenant law governs statewide
Standard lease terms and Iowa statewide landlord-tenant law apply in Ames as elsewhere in the state. Confirm current statutory specifics directly for any actual dispute.
A student-driven rental market
Iowa State University's large enrollment (~30,380) genuinely shapes Ames's rental market -- confirm current, specific listings directly for a target unit type and proximity to campus.
Key takeaways
- Ames rent carries a real, disclosed spread from approximately $1,025 to $1,411/month depending on source.
- Iowa statewide landlord-tenant law governs; confirm current statutory specifics directly for any dispute.
- Iowa State's large student population genuinely shapes local rental demand and pricing.
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