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312-320 Hillcrest Ave, Ames, IA 50014
(515) 686-6357
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Campus West

312-320 Hillcrest Ave
Ames, IA 50014
(515) 686-6357
Campus West in Ames, IA - Building Photo
  • 2–3 Bedrooms
  • $1,000-$1,150Pricing
  • 850Square Feet

About Campus West

Three bedroom, one bathroom apartments feature 850 square feet of livable space, located 3 Blocks from Iowa State University's campus and State Gym. In a walkable distance, you will find community staples such as Mother’s Pub, West Street Deli, 1+1 Restaurant & Tea, State Gym, and more! These apartments foster a comfortable living environment. Living rooms and bedrooms have carpeted flooring. Kitchens feature a range, dishwasher, refrigerator, and garbage disposal. Tenants receive 2 parking permits per unit, and a coin-operated laundry room is located on-site. Ames Fitness gym membership is included with your lease. Tenants pay for electricity and gas. Property Management pays for water, 1 gig ICS internet, garbage, lawn and snow care. Tenants must provide a wifi router, if desired. Two bedroom, one bathroom apartments feature 850 square feet of livable space, located 3 Blocks from Iowa State University's campus and State Gym. In a walkable distance, you will find community staples such as Mother’s Pub, West Street Deli, 1+1 Restaurant & Tea, State Gym, and more! These apartments foster a comfortable living environment. Living rooms and bedrooms have carpeted flooring. Kitchens feature a range, dishwasher, refrigerator, and garbage disposal. Tenants receive 2 parking permits per unit, and a coin-operated laundry room is located on-site. Ames Fitness gym membership is included with your lease. Tenants pay for electricity and gas. Property Management pays for water, 1 gig ICS internet, garbage, lawn and snow care. Tenants must provide a wifi router, if desired.

Campus West is located in the West Ames Neighborhood and 50014 Zip code of Ames, IA. This community is professionally managed by First Property Management

Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Campus West offers 2 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $1,000 and having 850 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bedroom 1 bathroom

    $1,100

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 850 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,100Available Now2 Bedroom 1 bathroom850 sq ft$600

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Carpet
    • Vinyl Flooring

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,100

    Deposit

    • $600 deposit

    2 Bedroom, 2 Bath

    $1,150

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 850 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,150Available Now2 Bedroom, 2 Bath850 sq ft$900

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,150

    Deposit

    • $900 deposit
  • 3 Bedrooms

    3 Bedroom, 1 Bath

    $1,000

    3 Beds, 1 Bath, 850 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,000Available Now3 Bedroom, 1 Bath850 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Living Space

    • Carpet
    • Vinyl Flooring

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,000

    3 Bedroom, 1 Bath (remodeled)

    $1,150

    3 Beds, 1 Bath, 850 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    $1,150Available Now3 Bedroom, 1 Bath (remodeled)850 sq ft$900

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Ceiling Fans
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,150

    Deposit

    • $900 deposit
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Due at Move-In
Administrative Fee$0
Due at Application
Application Fee Per Applicant$50

Other Fees

Storage Fees

Storage Unit

Storage Deposit$0
Storage Rent$0/mo
Storage Deposit$0
Storage Rent$0/mo

Parking Fees

Surface Lot

Parking Fee$0/mo

Pet Fees

No Pets Allowed

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • 1 GIG Internet Included
  • Fitness Membership Included

On-Site Services

  • Laundry Facilities

Outdoor Features

  • Grill
  • Lawn

Interior Features

  • Ceiling Fans
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Heating
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Wi Fi

Kitchen Amenities

  • Oven
  • Disposal
  • Freezer
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Living Area Features

  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Carpet
  • Window Coverings

Student Features

  • Walk To Campus

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed
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312-320 Hillcrest Ave, Ames, IA 50014

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Thursday8:30 am–5:00 pm
Friday8:30 am–4:00 pm
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

69 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Campus West

Where is Campus West located?

Campus West is located at 312-320 Hillcrest Ave near the West Ames area of Ames, IA

What is the current rent range at Campus West?

2 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Campus West currently range from $1,000 to $1,150

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Campus West are
  • Monday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am–4:00 pm
  • Saturday By Appointment
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.0

    The Campus West Apartments are 4.0% cheaper than the average apartment in the West Ames area, and 3.4% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the West Ames Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$1,100$1,097+$30.3%
    3 Bedroom$1,000$1,090-$90-8.3%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Ames

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$1,100$1,096+$40.4%
    3 Bedroom$1,000$1,078-$78-7.2%

    Methodology: On 10/15/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 322 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Campus West (West Ames), and 241 other apartment communities in Ames using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 10/15/2025

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

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Nearby Schools

Ames Middle School

Ames Community
3915 Mortensen Road
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1002 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away
5/10

Ames High School

Ames Community
1801 Ridgewood Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1403 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away
8/10

Edwards Elementary School

Ames Community
820 Miller Avenue
Public School - Grades K-5 (450 Students)
In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 1.5 miles away
4/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Campus West.

Big Box and Retail

Walmart

3015 Grand Ave
5 minute drive / 2.53 miles away

Autozone

507 S Duff Ave
5 minute drive / 2.67 miles away

Target

320 S Duff Ave
6 minute drive / 2.83 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Iowa State University

3410 Beardshear Hall
4 minute drive / 1.36 miles away

Groceries

Fareway

619 Burnett Ave
4 minute drive / 2.27 miles away

Hy-Vee

303 S Us Highway 69
21 minute drive / 10.17 miles away

Hospitals

Mary Greeley Medical Center

1111 Duff Avenue
5 minute drive / 2.54 miles away

Shopping Centers

Colorado Junction

129 Colorado Ave
1 minute drive / 0.48 miles away

Ames Plaza

3800 Lincoln Way
2 minute drive / 0.75 miles away

CyTown

1779 Jack Trice Way
4 minute drive / 1.56 miles away

Campus West has 5 shopping centers within 2.2 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Ames Studio Apartments $855$625$1,500
Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments $966$625$1,595
Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,096$589$2,042
Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,078$485$2,370
Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,119$404$2,660
Ames 5 Bedroom Apartments $1,167$475$2,775

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