2700 Lincoln
2700 Lincoln Way,
Ames, IA 50014
$670 - $1,470 | Studio - 5 Beds
Campustown is a compact neighborhood in Downtown Ames that’s quite literally across the street from Iowa State University. Campustown has developed around modern apartment complexes and long-standing businesses, making it perfect for students and other renters looking for a vibrant and relatively busy part of the city. Coffee shops and pizza places share the street with Thai food restaurants and a variety of bars. There’s a diverse range of apartments for rent both new and old as well as upscale and affordable. Proximity to U.S. Highway 30 makes it easy to commute around the rest of Ames.
As of April 2025, the average apartment rent in Campustown is $851 for a studio, $940 for one bedroom, $1,118 for two bedrooms, and $1,298 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Campustown has increased by 2.2% in the past year.
Studio
263 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$851/month
Average Rent
1 BR
507 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$940/month
Average Rent
2 BR
859 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,118/month
Average Rent
3 BR
996 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
$1,298/month
Average Rent
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
Very Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
This area is very bikeable. You’ll find a variety of bike paths and lanes.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.