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3212 Polaris Dr

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Ames, IA

2 Bed
•
2 Bath

1,026 Sq. Ft.

Available starting Aug. 1st
Floor plans
1 Bed • 1 Bath
$800 - $850
720 ft2
0 Available
Managed By: Elite Property Management
3212 Polaris Dr
$800
Rented
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Cozy 1-Bedroom Apartment in North Ames
$850
Rented
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,025
1026 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: Elite Property Management
Comfortable 2-Bedroom Apartment in North Ames
$1,025
Available Aug 1st, 2026
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3212 Polaris Dr
3212 Polaris Dr
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
77
Very Walkable
Bike Score®
87
Very Bikeable
Amenities
Storage
Refrigerator
Garbage Disposal
Trash Removal Included
Range / Oven
Microwave
High-speed Internet
Elevator
Smoke-free Community
Fees & leasing info
Parking
Garage - Attached
Lease & Fees
Security Deposit: $1,025
Property details
Description

North Ames - Open-Concept Living, Private Patio, Washer/Dryer Hookups, Garage Available for Additional $50 a Month, Close Proximity to Parks and Shopping - Your Ideal 2BR/2BA Home near Walmart in North Ames:
Welcome to your new home – a 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Apartment conveniently located near Walmart in North Ames. Experience the warmth of an open-concept floor plan, secured entrances, and laundry hookups that make this space uniquely yours. Choose between ample off-street parking or a garage at an additional cost of $50 a month, and enjoy seamless commuting with easy access to CyRide.
Utilities and Amenities:
Your responsibility is electricity only (Ames Municipal Utilities), while provided utilities include internet, gas, water & sewer, garbage, lawn care, and snow removal.
Explore Your Neighborhood:
Discover the beauty of Inis Grove Park (1 mile) and Ada Hayden Heritage Park Lake (2 miles) with accessible walking paths.
Essentials right at your door:
Find everything you need nearby – groceries at Walmart and Hy-Vee, gas & convenience at Casey’s and Hy-Vee Gas, and diverse dining options including Flame and Skewer, Jimmy Johns, B-Bops, and Dairy Queen.

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 14
Last Updated: Updated 1 hour ago
Contact Number: (515) 203-2884 ext: 5
Internet Providers
Provider Max Download Speed (Mbps) Max Upload Speed (Mbps)
ViaSat, Inc. 100.0 3.0
JAB Wireless, Inc. 25.0 5.0
Hughes Network Systems, LLC 25.0 3.0
VSAT Systems, LLC 2.0 1.3
Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. 2.0 0.064
Data from June 2020 provided by the FCC
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Affordability
To comfortably afford an apartment, we recommend having at least three times your monthy rent in gross household income.
View suggested annual incomes for 3212 Polaris Dr by bedroom type below.
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$36,900
per year
Rent report

3212 Polaris Dr Rent vs. Ames Average

 3212 Polaris Dr      Ames Average
2BR
$1,025
$942
$0
$350
$700
$1,050
$1,400

3212 Polaris Dr is asking 9% more than the average 2 bedroom apartment in Ames.

If you upsized to an average priced Ames 3 bedroom apartment, you would pay 34% more per month.

If you downsized to an average priced Ames 1 bedroom apartment, you would pay 6% less per month.

3212 Polaris Dr provides 24% more square footage than the average Ames 2 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
3212 Polaris Dr
2BR $1,025 $1.00 $3,075
Ames Average
Studio $781 $2.00 $2,343
1BR $887 $1.30 $2,661
2BR $942 $1.10 $2,827
3BR $1,423 $1.20 $4,270
4BR $1,798 $1.10 $5,395

Availability in Ames

In order to find the best deal, you need to know what types of units are available. Property managers may be willing to give concessions if they have many vacant units.

There are currently 392 2BR units on the market in Ames. If you're looking to negotiate, this may be your best option.

Studio
1BR
2BR
3BR
4BR
3% 25% 40% 23% 9%
Available Units in Ames
Studio 28
1BR 240
2BR 392
3BR 219
4BR 85
Location
Nearby College

Iowa State University

Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Mary Greeley Medical Center 1.64 mi.
Thielen Student Health Center 2.48 mi.
Story County Hospital North 9.18 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Ames Fire Department 1.43 mi.
Kelley Fire Department Westory Agency 7.53 mi.
Nevada Public Safety Department 9.11 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes, there is 1 unit available at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
There are no units with move-in dates in the next 2 months. The next unit is available for move-in on August 01, 2026.
What's the square footage of the available units?
It's 1,026 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
The property manager did not submit a pet policy with this listing.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 3212 Polaris Dr in Ames, IA. It's 1.8 miles northwest from the center of Ames.
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