Gateway Cottages - Unclaimed

Madrid (50156) sits between Ames and the Des Moines metro along the Des Moines River valley, with four true seasons: snowy winters, breezy springs, warm humid summers, and crisp falls. Life revolves around the High Trestle Trail and its illuminated bridge; trail-side patios like Flat Tire Lounge buzz on weekends, and Big Creek State Park, Saylorville Lake, Ledges State Park, and the Iowa Arboretum offer easy hiking, biking, paddling, and picnics. A compact main street mixes cafés, a couple of pubs, and locally owned shops; everyday needs are met in town, while larger groceries, fitness centers, and shopping hubs sit 15–25 minutes away in Ankeny and Ames. Community events, ball fields, and quiet streets create a friendly, pet-welcoming vibe, and Highway 17/210 make commuting simple. According to recent Zillow market trends, median asking rent has hovered around the low $1,000s, with most listings broadly ranging from the high $800s to the mid $1,400s over the past few months.

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