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3426 Orion


3426 Orion Dr Ames, IA

2 - 3 Bed
1 - 2 Bath

900 - 1,000 Sq. Ft.

Available Now
2 Beds • 1 Bath
$950
900 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: First Property Management Of Ames, L.C.
2 Bed/ 1 Bath
$950
Available Aug 1st, 2026
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2 Beds • 2 Bath
$975
950 ft2
1 Available
Managed By: First Property Management Of Ames, L.C.
2 Bed/ 2 Bath
$975
Available Aug 1st, 2026
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3 Beds • 2 Bath
$1,050 - $1,100
1000 ft2
2 Available
Managed By: First Property Management Of Ames, L.C.
3 Bed/ 2 Bath
$1,050
Available Now
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3 Bed/ 2 Bath
$1,100
Available Aug 1st, 2026
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Where you'll live
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Location ratings
Walk Score®
64
Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score®
84
Very Bikeable
Amenities
On-site Laundry
Storage
Disability Access
Refrigerator
Garbage Disposal
Trash Removal Included
Public Transportation
Range / Oven
Microwave
High-speed Internet
Elevator
Smoke-free Community
Fees & leasing info
Parking
Garage - Attached
Lease & Fees
Security Deposit:

700 - 900

Property details
Description

Discover comfort and convenience at 3426 Orion Drive, located on the north end of Ames. Perfectly situated near North Grand Mall, Walmart, Northern Lights Center, Walgreens, Papa John’s Pizza, Subway, Pho and Tea, Starbucks, and the scenic Ada Hayden Heritage Park Lake, you’ll have everything you need just minutes away.
The apartments boast spacious, carpeted living rooms and bedrooms for a cozy atmosphere. The kitchen comes fully equipped with a range, refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave, making meal prep a breeze. The primary bedroom features an en-suite full bathroom for added privacy. Enjoy outdoor living with walk-out patios for ground-floor units or private balcony decks for upper-level units.
This property offers 3 different floorplans including:
2 Bed, 1 Bath at 900 Sq Ft
2 Bed, 2 Bath at 950 Sq Ft
3 Bed, 2 Bath at 1000 Sq Ft
Key Features:
Tenant Responsibilities: Electricity
Landlord Pays: Water, sewer, gas, internet, garbage pick-up, lawn care, and snow removal
Parking: Assigned parking with 1 private garage stall
Laundry: On-site coin-operated on the ground floor
Pet-Friendly Policy:
Pet rent: $50/month, no deposit required
Dogs and cats welcome (maximum size: 20 lbs, 20 inches)
No charge for other caged pets
ESA and service animals welcome with proper documentation

Additional Details
Total Unit Count: 12
Last Updated: Updated 2 hours ago
Contact Number: (515) 292-5020
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 3426 Orion by bedroom type below.
2 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$34,600
per year
3 Bedroom
Suggested income:
$38,700
per year
Rent report

3426 Orion Rent vs. Ames Average

 3426 Orion      Ames Average
2BR
$963
$942
$0
$350
$700
$1,050
$1,400
3BR
$1,075
$1,423
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000

3426 Orion is asking 2% 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.

3426 Orion provides 12% more square footage than the average Ames 2 bedroom apartment.

Monthly Rent Rent per Sq. Ft. Suggested
Monthly Income
3426 Orion
2BR $963 $1.00 $2,888
3BR $1,075 $1.10 $3,225
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
Nearby Hospitals
Name Distance
Mary Greeley Medical Center 1.69 mi.
Thielen Student Health Center 2.62 mi.
Story County Hospital North 9.11 mi.
Nearby Fire Stations
Name Distance
Ames Fire Department 1.49 mi.
Kelley Fire Department Westory Agency 7.65 mi.
Nevada Public Safety Department 9.04 mi.
FAQs
Is this property currently leasing units?
Yes. There are 4 available units at this property.
How many units are move-in ready in the next 2 months?
This property has 1 unit available for move-in now.
What's the square footage of the available units?
The available units range from 900 to 1,000 square feet.
Does this property allow cats or dogs?
The property manager did not submit a pet policy with this listing.
How many bedrooms are in the available units?
There are 3 bedroom units available.
How many bathrooms are in the available units?
There are 2 bathroom units available.
What's the monthly rent at this property?
3426 Orion has a 3 bedroom unit starting at $1,050.
Where is this property located?
This property is at 3426 Orion Dr in Ames, IA. It's 1.9 miles northwest from the center of Ames.
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