Located just steps away from Jack Trice Stadium and Reiman Gardens, this classic 1953 duplex offers charm, character, and convenience. The property boasts beautiful east-facing windows with scenic views of the bike trail along Beach Avenue, which leads past Stephens Auditorium and directly to the University.
2004 McCarthy (Upper Unit)
This spacious upper-level duplex features a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom layout with over 1,100 square feet of living space. The large living room includes a faux fireplace and stunning picture windows, creating a cozy and bright atmosphere. A designated dining room with craftsman-style built-ins highlights the home's unique character. The kitchen is equipped with a range, refrigerator, laundry facilities, and custom-built cabinets, with direct access to the breezeway and an attached garage leading to the expansive backyard.
This duplex provides the perfect blend of timeless character and modern convenience in a sought-after location.
Key Features:
Tenant Responsibilities: Electricity, water/sewer, gas, internet service, and snow removal
Landlord Pays: Garbage pick-up and lawn care
Parking: Driveway
Laundry: In-unit washer and dryer
Pet-Friendly Policy:
Pet rent: $50/month, no deposit required
Dogs and cats welcome (maximum size: 20 lbs, 20 inches)
No charge for other caged pets
ESA and service animals welcome with proper documentation
House for rent
$1,075/mo
2004 McCarthy Rd, Ames, IA 50014
2beds
1,336sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Single family residence
Available Sat Aug 1 2026
Cats, small dogs OK
In unit laundry
Attached garage parking
What's special
Faux fireplaceCraftsman-style built-insCozy and bright atmosphereBeautiful east-facing windowsStunning picture windowsAttached garageExpansive backyard
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 24, 2025 at 06:37pm
Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,336 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Garbage included in rent, Lawn Care included in rent, Stove/Range, TENANT: Electric-Water & Sewer-Gas-Internet-Snow LANDLORD: Garbage-Lawn
Details
- Parcel number: 0909428110
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: Contact For Details
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/25/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,075+8%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
| 3/6/2020 | Listing removed | $995$1/sqft |
Source: Willow Run | ||
| 11/1/2019 | Listed for rent | $995$1/sqft |
Source: Willow Run | ||
| 4/28/2019 | Listing removed | $995$1/sqft |
Source: Willow Run | ||
| 1/7/2019 | Listed for rent | $995-5.2%$1/sqft |
Source: First Property Management of Ames, L.C. | ||
Neighborhood: South Campus Area
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Edwards Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.4 mi
- 5/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi

