Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Ames Neighborhood of Ames, IA (28 Rentals)

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Apartments for rent in the Downtown Ames area of Ames that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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520 5th St
Pet Friendly Some Pets Allowed.
Pets are negotiable and monthly fees are required depending on the type and size of the pet. There is a one time fee of $100 that is not refundable. - $100 Fee
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520 5th St

520 5th StAmes, IA 50010
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301 Main
Pet Friendly
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301 Main

301 Main StAmes, IA 50010
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The Oaks
Pet Friendly
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The Oaks

216-224 S Kellogg AveAmes, IA 50010
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Downtown Ames, Ames, IA Local Guide

Most Pet Friendly Downtown Ames Apartments for Rent

The apartment community in the Downtown Ames area of Ames, IA that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is 228-232 Welch Ave with prices starting from $1,155 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. Wessex Apartments scores the second highest with a 4 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $960. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Ames apartments for rent in Ames, IA:

Apartment ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
228-232 Welch Ave4/4Campustown$1,155
Wessex Apartments4/4South Ames$960
Campustown | Student Apartments3.8/4Campustown$544
Cranford Apartments3.6/4Campustown$895
Grandview Square Apartments3.4/4North Ames$690
Brick Towne Ames3.2/4South Ames$1,025
Point at Ames3/4West Ames$715

Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown Ames

The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Ames of Downtown Ames is the 1 bedroom 1 bath Model at Grandview Square Apartments, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $690. The second cheapest Downtown Ames Pet Friendly apartment is the Studio Apartment Studio unit at Somerset Apartments starting at $800. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Ames apartments:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Grandview Square Apartments1 bedroom 1 bath$690
Somerset ApartmentsStudio Apartment$800
3500 Grand Ave1BR/1.0BA$825
Melrose Park Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath$880
Timbercreek Apartments2 Bedrooms / 1.5 Bathrooms$890
Brick Towne Ames1 Bedroom$1,025
Wessex Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Townhome - 760 sq ft$1,070
Cardinal South Apartments2 Bed$1,350
Prairie WestNovember- 2 Bedroom (Renovated) Townhome$1,405
Grayhawk Apartments2 Bedroom/1.5 Bathroom$1,415

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Ames, Ames, IA

Ranked #12

Among cities in Iowa for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Ames Neighborhood in Ames, IA

Walk Score®

89 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly Downtown Ames Apartments

How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Ames Apartment?

The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Ames is $1,114.

What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Ames Apartment for rent?

Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Ames is a 1,767 square feet unit starting from $695 at 2700 Lincoln.

What is the average size for Downtown Ames Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown Ames is currently at 705 sq ft.

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