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(515) 715-4320
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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-$1,125 Pricing
  • 493–925 Square Feet

About Western Hills Apartments

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

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Western Hills Apartments offers Studio to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $800 and having 493–925 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

  • Studio

    Studio Apartment

    Studio, 1 Bath, 493 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $675Call for AvailabilityStudio 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

    From $800

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

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $800August 1, 20261 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 Range

    • $800 - $950
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2 Bed/1 Bath Apartment

    $910

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 848 sq ft
    Available Aug 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $910August 1, 20262 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

    From $1,070

    2 Beds, 2 Baths, 896-925 sq ft
    Available Aug 1

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    From $1,070August 1, 20262 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 Range

    • $1,070 - $1,125
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.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

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

Utilities

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

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235 Sinclair, Ames, IA 50014

Hours and Contact Info

Call Us - Open Now!
Currently Closed
By Appointment
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

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 $800 to $1,125

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 Good Value3.6

    The Western Hills Apartments Apartments are 17.93% cheaper than the average apartment in the West Ames area, and 18.23% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the West Ames Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$800$943-$143-15.2%
    2 Bedroom$910$1,071-$161-15.0%
    Studio$675$883-$208-23.6%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Ames

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    1 Bedroom$800$948-$148-15.6%
    2 Bedroom$910$1,074-$164-15.3%
    Studio$675$886-$211-23.8%

    Methodology: On 06/05/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 397 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Western Hills Apartments (West Ames), and 320 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 06/05/2026

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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 (1002 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
5/10

Edwards Elementary School

Ames Community School District
820 Miller Avenue
Public School - Grades K-5 (450 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
4/10

Ames High School

Ames Community School District
1801 Ridgewood Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1403 Students)
In Attendance Zone6 minute drive / 2.9 miles away
8/10
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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 / 0.57 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.

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West Ames

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Ames Studio Apartments $886$610$1,500
Ames 1 Bedroom Apartments $948$695$1,600
Ames 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,074$529$2,788
Ames 3 Bedroom Apartments $973$459$1,701
Ames 4 Bedroom Apartments $878$429$2,300

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