Brandshell Home for Rent

Just east of Downtown Ames, Brandshell is a sidewalk-lined neighborhood where there's a variety of older homes, including late 19th-century farmhouse-styles, early 20th-century duplexes and mid-century ranch styles. Locals frequent Bandshell Park, where a weekly summer concert brings energy to the community. The park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with a 1930s modernist-style bandshell, a playground and a paved path. Residents also enjoy proximity to Main Street. Shopping and dining options include Morning Bell Coffee Roasters and The Great Plains Sauce & Dough Co. Main Street hosts the Ames Main Street Farmers Market from June through October, featuring fresh produce, handcrafted items, food trucks and live music. For those interested in arts and culture, the Ames History Museum and the Octagon Center for the Arts provide exhibits and classes, while the Ames Public Library offers various community programs. Students are served by the highly rated Ames High School, and Iowa State University adds to the local activities with sporting events and cultural offerings about 2 miles west.