
Riverbirch
201 S 5th St, Ames, IA 50010
| Monthly Rent | Bedrooms | Bathrooms | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $795 - $995 | 1 - 2 Beds | 1 - 2 | 1 Bath | 1 Bath | 559 - 793 sq. ft. |
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Pricing and Floor Plans
1BR 1BA
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1BR 1BA - Large
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1BR 1BA - Large - No Deck
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2 BR 1 BA - Remodel
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Details
Lease Term Options
- 12 mo
Property Information
- Built in 1983
- 92 units / 3 stories
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Utilities & Essentials
- Pest Control Monthly$0.01 / mo
- Utility Monthly Admin Fee$0.01 / mo
- Utility- Water and SewerVaries / mo
One-Time Basics
Due at Application
- Application Fee$75
Due at Move-In
- Administrative Fee$195
Surface Lot
- Parking Fee$0 / mo
Comments
Max of 1
Garage
- Garage - Parking$55 / mo
Additional Parking Options
- Surface Lot
- Garage
Dogs
- One-Time Pet Fee$250 - $500
- Monthly Pet Fee$50 / mo
- Pet Rent$35 / mo
Cats
- One-Time Pet Fee$250 - $500
- Monthly Pet Fee$50 / mo
- Pet Fees Or Charges$350
- Pet Rent$35 / mo
Situational
- Late Fees$100
- NSF Fees$25
- Lease Violation- Legal FeesVaries one-time
- Insufficient Notice Fees200% of base rent
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
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Property Highlights
- Basic Cable-Garages
- High Speed Internet in 205 Only
Apartment Features
- Air Conditioning
- Carpet
- Ceiling Fans
- Deck
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Freezer
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Patio
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Vinyl Flooring
- Wi-Fi
Community Features
- Garages
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable50 / 100
Transit
Good public transit70 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable100 / 100
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable50 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active75 / 100
Moving to East Ames, Ames, IA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate Riverbirch proximity to 806 S Duff Ave, Duff Center, and 222 Lincoln Way. 806 S Duff Ave is 0.5 miles away, and Duff Center is within a 12 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near Riverbirch are plentiful. Discover 1 park within 2.4 miles, including Reiman Gardens.
Airports
Living in East Ames provides easy access to Des Moines International, located just 54 minutes from Riverbirch.
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Meeker Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Kate Mitchell Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Ames Christian School
Grades PK-5
Private
Gilbert Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Ames Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Ames High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Woodward Academy
Grades 6-12
Private
Maranatha Christian Academy
Grades K-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Iowa State University
Drive: 5 min (1.9 mi)
About Riverbirch
Choose from our studio, 1, & 2 bedroom apartments in Ames, Iowa, and have it all - a spacious layout, light-filled rooms, and convenient features and amenities. Our Downtown Ames location is ideally situated near restaurants, shopping, major... employers, and great schools.Riverbirch Apartments will far exceed your expectations. Tour your new home near Iowa State University today!
Choose from our studio, 1, & 2 bedroom apartments in Ames, Iowa, and have it all - a spacious layout, light-filled rooms, and convenient features and amenities. Our Downtown Ames location is ideally situated near restaurants, shopping, major employers, and great schools.Riverbirch Apartments will far exceed your expectations. Tour your new home near Iowa State University today!
Riverbirch is an apartment community in Ames, IA
Contact
Ames, IA 50010
- SundayCLOSED
- Monday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- SaturdayCLOSED
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Renter Reviews
For Riverbirch
2
2 Ratings & Reviews
12/7/23
Gone downhill
I moved into a studio apartment in 2021. It wasn't meant to be my full time residence but it became so. I chose it because of the location and the cyride that stops right out front. Now it's like living in a really dicey neighborhood. People stand outside and scream in the middle of the night, I almost got run over by a guy in a hige pick-up because he was flying in at about 40mph, and I have to stay in the laundry room and guard my clothes or someone will throw them on the floor. And there are... only 3 washers and 2 dryers for my entire building because they refuse to fix the dryer. And if you don't like VERY strong cooking smells or the smell of marijuana, don't live here!
Review from Apartments.com
7/23/15
Small, but homey 1 bedroom.
This aparment is admittedly small, but what it lacks in size it makes up for in character.
The apartment complex was built in the 80s as an addition, and it is still in very nice condition. The style is somewhat bland, but all of the appliances work, and the water is clean.
I give my apartment a 3 of 5 because it is pretty small but it fits my wife and I cozily all year long.
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