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227 Raphael

Ames, IA 50014 - Story County

Apartment

1-2 beds

1-2 baths

611-963 sqft

About 227 Raphael

Welcome to 227 Raphael, presented by Hunziker Property Management. We have several units available for lease. For more information and to schedule a showing, please contact us. Refrigerator, Stove, Dishwasher, No Single Undergrads, Close to CyRide, Free Parking, Secured Entrance Building, Coin-Operated Laundry in Building, Vaulted Ceilings, Heat (Gas), Water, Sewer, Trash, Internet (Router Not Included), Handicap Unit & Storage Unit 13.

RentalSource last checked: July 9, 2026 · 2:07 PM ET

Managed by: Hunziker Property Management · (515) 233-4440 · Appfolio

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Property Summary

Property Type:	Apartment
Rental Fee:	$785 - $1,020
Bedrooms:	1-2 beds
Bathrooms:	1-2 baths

Size:	611-963 sqft
Pet Friendly:	No
Listing Status:	Active
ID:	82856422

Property Amenities

• Dishwasher

• High-Speed Internet

• Refrigerator

• Vaulted Ceilings

• Wheelchair Access

Community Features

• Laundry Facilities

• Parking

• Storage

Unit Rates

Name	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent
1 Bed	1	1	611	$785
2 Beds	2	2	963	$1,020

Additional Details

Apartments for rent in Ames for $785-$1,020 with 1-2 beds, 1-2 baths, 611-963 sqft and located at 227 Raphael in Ames, IA 50014. The averaged rental price of $903 is 10.1% ($101) lower than the average rent of $1,004 for apartments in Ames, IA and 10.1% ($102) lower than the average rent of $1,005 for apartments in Story County. 227 Raphael was advertised by Hunziker Property Management on January 14, 2026 at 9:07 AM ET and last updated yesterday at 2:07 PM ET.

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$31,400 /year

With your chosen rent-to-income ratio, an annual income of $31,400 is recommended to comfortably afford this 1-bedroom rental priced at $785 per month.

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Property managed by:

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(515) 233-4440

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