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201 S 5th St, Ames, IA 50010
Artisan Ames is part of ARTISAN Management Group, which provides multifamily property management, leasing and asset management for apartment communities in Ames, Des Moines and other parts of Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri and Nebraska.
In their words: “Our unique approach to multifamily property management combines thoughtful, people-first leadership with clear, streamlined operations to create homes where our residents feel supported.”
Review summary: Most reviewers mention friendly, responsive office and maintenance staff and comfortable, spacious apartments.
1606 S Duff Ave #100, Ames, IA 50010
Fett Sales & Management in Ames manages single-family homes and apartments and offers real estate sales, leasing, storage and Airbnb hosting.
Review summary: Most reviewers mention a responsive, organized and professional team that is transparent with owners and renters.
3206 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Elite Property Management, based in Ames, manages single-family homes, apartments, student housing and HOAs in Ames, Huxley, Gilbert and Story City, with rent collection, maintenance and an owner portal.
In their words: “Elite Property Management connects residents with well-maintained single-family homes and apartments in Ames and surrounding communities.”
Review summary: Most reviewers mention quick answers and fast, reliable maintenance repairs.
525 Kellogg Ave Unit 26, Ames, IA 50010
Simply Rent It is a rental consultant in Ames that helps landlords who manage their own single-family homes and apartments fill vacancies through advertising, showings, background checks and lease assistance.
In their words: “Simply Rent It specializes in helping Landlords who manage their own properties fill their vacancies by assisting with advertising, showings, background checks, leasing services and more!”
Review summary: Reviewers describe a knowledgeable, accommodating consultant who is closely involved in placing residents.
105 S 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
Hunziker Property Management has managed rentals in the Ames area for over 70 years, covering apartments, student housing, townhomes, duplexes and condos in Ames, Ankeny, Gilbert, Boone, Nevada and Story City.
In their words: “From apartments and student housing near Iowa State University to townhomes, duplexes, condos, and other quality rental properties, we offer housing options to fit a variety of lifestyles and budgets.”
510 S 17th St #102, Ames, IA 50010
Haverkamp Properties, based in Ames, is a locally owned company managing apartments, student housing and 55+ communities in Altoona, Ames, Ankeny, Cedar Rapids, Coralville, Grimes, Johnston and North Liberty, and offers third-party management.
In their words: “As a locally owned and operated property management company, we understand that choosing the right home is no easy decision.”
Review summary: Reviewers often mention helpful, caring staff and well-maintained apartment communities.
Martin property management has served owners and residents in Ames since 1987, managing single-family homes, duplexes, townhouses, apartments and small commercial spaces in Ames and Nevada, with in-house maintenance and 24-hour emergency service.
In their words: “We manage a variety of residential properties throughout Ames including single-family homes, duplexes, and apartments, as well as, small commercial spaces.”
2607 Northridge Pkwy, Ames, IA 50010
Furman Realty in Ames rents apartments, duplexes, townhouses and houses, and also offers property management, real estate sales and construction in Ames and the surrounding area.
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Rents in Ames are $5 below the Story County typical.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rent rose in 6 of the last 12 months: +$21 in all since Oct 2025.
Green: rent went up that month. Grey: it went down.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Ames's typical asking rent is $5 (0.4%) below the county. The gap is shrinking compared with a year ago.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Rents here usually rise most in October, November and December, so those are good months to list your rental.
Average change from the month before, 9 years of data.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
Past growth, not a forecast. Rents can go down as well as up. Your own rent depends on the home, its condition and the lease.
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, all homes + multifamily, smoothed. Data through September 2026.
| City | Typical rent | 1 year | Managers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ames | $1,240 | +1.7% | 8 |
| Ankeny | $1,464 | +1.5% | 0 |
| Urbandale | $1,038 | +1.6% | 6 |
| Clive | $1,694 | 2 | |
| Des Moines | $1,129 | +1.0% | 14 |
| West Des Moines | $1,353 | +2.3% | 5 |
| Waterloo | $909 | +5.1% | 7 |
Source: Zillow Observed Rent Index (ZORI), typical asking rent, data through September 2026. Managers listed: our directory, October 2026.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024.
Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Fair Market Rents for fiscal year 2027, Ames, IA HUD Metro FMR Area. Used to set Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) limits.
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Zillow's typical asking rent in Ames is $1,240 (September 2026); +1.7% over the past year and +22.7% over five years. About 57.9% of homes in Ames are rented, and the rental vacancy rate is 6.7% (Census, 2020-2024).
We list 8 property management companies in Ames, IA.
Zillow's typical asking rent in Ames was $1,240 a month in September 2026, +1.7% on a year earlier.
Over the 9 years Zillow has tracked, asking rents here have risen most in October, November and December. Listing in those months can help, but every property is different.
Fees depend on the company, the property and the services you need, and few companies publish them. Ask for a written quote that lists the monthly fee, leasing fee and any other charges. You can request quotes from up to 3 managers at once on this page.
The default order, Best match, uses each company's Google rating adjusted for how many reviews it has, so a 4.8 rating from 100 reviews ranks above a 5.0 from 2. No company can pay for its position.
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