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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northeast Ames a good place to live?
Northeast Ames is a good place to live. Northeast Ames is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with good transit options. Northeast Ames has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 44. The average household income is $95,818 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 60.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Northeast Ames are home owners, with 48% of residents renting and 52% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Northeast Ames can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Northeast Ames neighborhood guide.
Is Northeast Ames, IA a safe neighborhood?
Northeast Ames, IA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Northeast Ames?
The median home price in Northeast Ames is $275,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $55,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.47%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,390 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $60K a year to afford the median home price in Northeast Ames. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Northeast Ames is $96K.
What are the best public schools in Northeast Ames?
The best public schools that serve Northeast Ames are:
- Ames High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Ames Middle School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.2.
- Meeker Elementary School has a B- Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 12:1.
What are the best private schools in Northeast Ames?
The best private schools that serve Northeast Ames are:
- St. Cecilia Elementary School has a student teacher ratio of 11:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Northeast Ames, Ames, IA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Northeast Ames, Ames, IA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Northeast Ames, Ames, IA are Allenview, Meeker North, Parkview Heights, Roosevelt and Somerset Village.
Are home prices dropping in Northeast Ames?
Yes, home prices in Northeast Ames are down 24% in the last 12 months.
