Sawyer West Homes for Rent

Homebuyers appreciate Sawyer West for many of the same reasons that they appreciate Ames in general: its access to parks, strong public schools and entertainment at Iowa State University. At first glance, Sawyer West seems like any other Ames neighborhood, but what makes it stand out is its do-it-yourself arts scene. Reliable Street (named after the Street it’s on) is a collective art space that operates out of a former feed mill and warehouse. “Some very creative people have turned that abandoned grain mill into a vibrant and fun environment,” says Realtor Paul Livingston, who sells homes in the neighborhood with Hunziker & Associates. Local artists meet at the renovated warehouse to paint, create sculptures, read poetry, hold plays and perform their music. There is also space for gardening. In between activities, visitors can enjoy crepes and coffee at Lockwood Café. The median single-family home price is roughly $360,000, which is above the city’s median but below the national median of around $400,000. Single-family home prices range from $200,000 to $570,000. The neighborhood is primarily made up of Contemporary-style homes developed from the early 1980s through the early