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221 Sheldon Ave

Ames, IA 50014 - Story County

Apartment

2-3 beds

2 baths

950 sqft

About 221 Sheldon Ave

Located directly across the street from Howe Hall and State Gym, 221 Sheldon Ave offers unbeatable convenience on the west edge of Iowa State University's campus. Just half a mile from Parks Library and a quarter mile from the Black Engineering Building, this complex is ideal for students or professionals seeking easy access to campus. Each 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit features between 950-1,000 square feet of living space. The kitchens are fully equipped with a range/stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and over-the-stove microwave and updated countertops give the space a modern, refreshed look. The building offers secure entry at both the front and back, along with an intercom and buzzer system for guest access. Key Features: Tenant Responsibilities: Electricity. Landlord Pays: Water/sewer, gas, internet service, garbage pick-up, lawn care and snow removal. Parking:2 assigned spots. Laundry:On-site coin-operated. Central air Snow removal Lawn care Garbage Wireless Internet Two-Parking Spaces Coin Operated Laundry, Tenant: Electric Landlord: Gas-Water & Sewer-Internet-Garbage-Lawn-Snow & Stove/Range Refrigerator Garbage Disposal Dishwasher Microwave.

RentalSource last checked: June 11, 2026 · 3:46 PM ET

Last updated: June 4, 2026 at 4:31 PM ET

Managed by: Hested Cornwell · (515) 292-5020 · Appfolio

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Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$995 - $1,250
Bedrooms:	2-3 beds
Bathrooms:	2 baths

Size:	950 sqft
Pet Friendly:	No
Listing Status:	Active
ID:	82260573

Property Amenities

• Air Conditioning

• Garbage Disposal

• Dishwasher

• High-Speed Internet

• Microwave

• Refrigerator

Community Features

• Fitness Center

• Laundry Facilities

• Parking

Unit Rates

Name	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent
2 Beds	2	2	-	$995
3 Beds	3	2	950	$1,250

Additional Details

Apartments for rent in Ames for $995-$1,250 with 2-3 beds, 2 baths, 950 sqft and located at 221 Sheldon Ave in Ames, IA 50014. The averaged rental price of $1,123 is 8.2% ($85) higher than the average rent of $1,038 for apartments in Ames, IA and 8.8% ($91) higher than the average rent of $1,032 for apartments in Story County. 221 Sheldon Ave was advertised by Hested Cornwell 6+ months ago, last updated on June 4, 2026 at 4:31 PM ET and last checked today at 3:46 PM ET.

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,800 /year

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$995 - $1,250

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Property managed by:

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(515) 292-5020

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