7

Safest Neighborhoods in the 50014 ZIP Code

  • /28

    Onion Creek

    Just outside of Ames, Onion Creek offers spacious lots and rural scenery. “People here love gardening and keeping animals like horses and goats,” says Realtor Paul Livingston, who sells homes in the neighborhood with Hunziker & Associates. Iowa State University’s lecture halls, arenas and performance halls are all within 10 minutes. Families can

    • Average Value

      $554K

    • List Price

      $336K - $946K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      1 Listing

    Onion Creek
  • /24

    Northridge

    The Ames suburb of Northridge is known for its sought-after New Traditional homes, paved bike paths and walkable access to a public green space on Ioway Creek. Northridge is a short drive from Iowa State University, a top employer and source of entertainment, while being far enough away that residents don't feel crowded by the collegiate

    • Average Value

      $515K

    • List Price

      $347K - $1.3M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      3 Listings

    Northridge
  • /23

    Timberland Road

    On the outskirts of Ames, Timberland Road offers a mix of midcentury homes and newer builds just south of Highway 30. The neighborhood places its residents within a comfortable distance from Iowa State University—a part of town that often becomes congested on gamedays—while still allowing people direct access to many of the city’s best features,

    • Average Value

      $459K

    • List Price

      $310K - $896K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      5 Listings

    Timberland Road
  • /24

    Somerset Village

    Somerset Village in Ames, IA, is a neighborhood characterized by its well-lit, sidewalk-lined streets and a mix of residential options, primarily apartments built between the early 2000s and early 2010s. Single-family homes and townhouses vary widely in price, reflecting the neighborhood's access to amenities. Residents enjoy the HOA-managed

    • Average Value

      $378K

    • List Price

      $178K - $635K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      5 Listings

    Somerset Village
  • /27

    Sawyer West

    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

    • Average Value

      $342K

    • List Price

      $245K - $1.4M

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      4 Listings

    Sawyer West
  • /20

    College Creek

    College Creek in Ames is a neighborhood characterized by its tree-lined streets, sidewalks, and well-maintained lawns. Homes here range from contemporary styles to ranch designs, built between the mid-1970s and 2020, with attached garages being common. Condos from the 1980s and '90s are located in the northeast corner, while apartments, popular

    • Average Value

      $327K

    • List Price

      $172K - $461K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      3 Listings

    College Creek
  • /22

    Ontario

    Ontario, located in Ames, is an established neighborhood known for its affordability, making it attractive to first-time homebuyers. The area features homes primarily built in the 1960s and '70s, with ranch styles and bi-levels being the most common. The northwest corner includes several apartments and multi-family homes that integrate well with

    • Average Value

      $280K

    • List Price

      $205K - $349K

    • For Sale

      Homes For Sale

      0 Listings

    Ontario