I absolutely love living at Core Apartments! It’s such a pet-friendly building, and the neighbors are incredibly kind. People here are so thoughtful—they’ll even hold the elevator for you if your hands are full! The office staff is awesome and so approachable; they always go out of their way to help me locate my packages. The maintenance team is also fantastic. I often see them cleaning the elevators regularly, and I was so impressed to see the maintenance technician working hard right before the holidays. I truly appreciate that dedication! Living here feels safe, quiet, and so cozy.

CORE Apartments
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I really like this apartment community. It has many great facilities, and having an elevator is a big advantage since many other apartments don’t offer that. The property is well maintained, and the team in the office is amazing — they are friendly, professional, and always willing to help. However, I want to share my personal experience with my specific unit. My apartment is located directly under the garage door, and unfortunately the noise has been very disturbing. Every time the garage door opens and closes, it makes a very loud sound and causes vibrations that I can clearly hear and feel inside my unit. It especially affects my sleep and makes me feel uncomfortable and anxious at times. This is not a complaint about the management or the community, because overall it is a very good place to live. I just want future residents, especially those who are sensitive to noise, to be aware and make sure their unit is not located close to the garage door. Overall, it is a good apartment with a great team, but I recommend checking the unit location carefully before moving in.
about this place
CORE Apartments offers two-bedroom units for rent, located near Iowa State University in Ames, IA. With a rent range between $1,175 and $1,695, it serves as a convenient housing option for students seeking proximity to campus.
where you’ll be
4415 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014
your commute to class
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