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235 Sinclair, Ames, IA 50014
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Western Hills Apartments

235 Sinclair
Ames, IA 50014
(515) 715-4320
Western Hills Apartments in Ames, IA - Building Photo
  • Studio–2 Bedrooms
  • $675-$1,075 Pricing
  • 493–925 Square Feet

About Western Hills Apartments

Our Western Hills Apartments are located in West Ames right off of Lincoln Way and South Dakota. The studio, 1, and 2 bedroom apartments are right by two Cyride routes, and are a 5 minute drive to West Hy-Vee. The complex has open parking and coin-operated laundry in each building. Units come with a dishwasher, central A/C, and a garage. Cats are allowed. Pet fees will apply. Undergrads not allowed.

Western Hills Apartments is located in the West Ames Neighborhood and 50014 Zip code of Ames, IA. This community is professionally managed by Hunziker Property Management

Property Contact Info

Call Us:
(515) 715-4320
Ask About Our Move-In Specials

Office Hours

Monday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday8:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday8:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Western Hills Apartments offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $675 and having 493–925 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Studio Apartment

    Studio, 1 Bath, 493 sq ft
    Available Soon

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    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $675Available SoonStudio Apartment493 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price Range

    • $675 - $700

  • 1 Bedroom

    1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 564-791 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $850Available Soon1 Bed/1 Bath Apartment564-791 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $850

  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bed/1 Bath Apartment

    $910

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 848 sq ft
    Available Now

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $910Available Now2 Bed/1 Bath Apartment848 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $910

    2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 896-925 sq ft
    Available Soon

    Model Gallery

    Floorplans

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $1,075Available Soon2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment896-925 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $1,075
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. 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

  • 77 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 1993

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

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Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged Per Applicant.$40.00

Utilities

High Speed Internet AccessiCharged Per Unit.Included in Rent/mo
Utility - GasiCharged Per Unit.Included in Rent/mo
Utility - ElectriciCharged Per Unit. Payable to Third Party.Usage-Based/mo
Utility - Water/SeweriCharged Per Unit. Payable to Third Party.Usage-Based/mo

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Cat
One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Unit.$250.00
Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 2. Charged Per Pet.$40.00/mo
Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered
Comments:

Max of 2. $250 non-refundable pet fee.

Parking Fees

Garage
Parking FeeiMax of 1. Charged Per Unit.Included in Rent/mo
Comments:

Max of 1. On select units only.

Surface Lot
Parking FeeiCharged Per Unit.Included in Rent/mo
Comments:

Parking Available.

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

On-Site Services

  • Laundry Facilities

Interior Features

  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen

Student Features

  • Individual Locking Bedrooms
  • Private Bathroom
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235 Sinclair, Ames, IA 50014
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Getting Around

  • 40 / 100 Fairly walkable

    Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 50 / 100 Some public transit

    Transit is available for most trips

  • 50 / 100 Fairly bikeable

    Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 40 / 100 Restaurants

    Some restaurants within a few minutes

  • 40 / 100 Cafes

    Some cafés within a few minutes

  • 40 / 100 Nightlife

    Some bars within walking distance

  • 20 / 100 Shopping

    Some shops within walking distance

  • 90 / 100 Noise Level

    Virtually no sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about Western Hills Apartments

Where is Western Hills Apartments located?

Western Hills Apartments is located at 235 Sinclair near the West Ames area of Ames, IA

What is the current rent range at Western Hills Apartments?

Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments at Western Hills Apartments currently range from $675 to $1,075

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Western Hills Apartments are
  • Monday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

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

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Nice Value3.4

    The Western Hills Apartments Apartments are 8.1% cheaper than the average apartment in the West Ames area.

    Rent Comparison to the West Ames Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$910$1,036-$126-12.2%
    Studio$675$757-$82-10.8%
    1 Bedroom$850$861-$11-1.3%

    Methodology: On 09/05/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 300 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Western Hills Apartments (West 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 09/05/2026

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

2.0
1 Renters Reviews

Mixed Feelings

August 22, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
I had mixed feelings about this place: It was an excellent location, near 3 bus lines going to/from campus, in a quiet neighborhood near a walking trail and quick access to stores/major roads and a garage included (great for Iowa winters). However, my unit (could be an exception) was not very clean when I received it, and had numerous issues throughout my year there, including rats during winter and grey water backup into my kitchen sink and shower drain on at least 3 different occasions, two of ...
which were severe enough to have caused the apartment to flood if I had not been there.
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Nearby Schools

Ames Middle School

Ames Community School District
3915 Mortensen Road
Public School - Grades 6-8 (1033 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
6/10

Edwards Elementary School

Ames Community School District
820 Miller Avenue
Public School - Grades K-5 (388 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
6/10

Ames High School

Ames Community School District
1801 Ridgewood Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1436 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.8 miles away
7/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Western Hills Apartments.

Big Box and Retail

Target

320 S Duff Ave
8 minute drive / 3.76 miles away

Walmart

3015 Grand Ave
8 minute drive / 3.76 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Iowa State University

3410 Beardshear Hall
4 minute drive / 2.24 miles away

Des Moines Area Community College - Boone Campus

1125 Hancock Drive
21 minute drive / 10.15 miles away

Groceries

Fareway

619 Burnett Ave
7 minute drive / 3.33 miles away

Hy-Vee

303 S Us Highway 69
21 minute drive / 9.89 miles away

Hospitals

Mary Greeley Medical Center

1111 Duff Avenue
7 minute drive / 3.66 miles away

Shopping Centers

Ames Plaza

3800 Lincoln Way
1 minute drive / 0.53 miles away

Dakota Crossing

4518 S Dakota Rd
1 minute drive / 0.61 miles away

Colorado Junction

129 Colorado Ave
2 minute drive / 0.88 miles away

Western Hills Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 3.2 miles.

Nearby Neighborhoods

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West Campus Village

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West Ames

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Ames Studio Apartments $789$675$999
Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments $865$529$1,460
Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,035$539$2,505
Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments $992$450$2,370
Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments $902$350$2,450
2 Bedroom Homes$1,003$795$1,250
3 Bedroom Homes$1,755$1,200$2,500
4 Bedroom Homes$2,005$600$3,250
5 Bedroom Homes$1,653$509$2,350
6 Bedroom Homes$2,400$2,400$2,400

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