Why Ames

Living in Ames

While a career at the ISU Research Park puts you at the cutting edge, Ames surrounds you with a community of natural beauty and comfort. Here are just a few reasons Ames makes a great place to start a new home and/or raise a family:

• Small-city charm with big-city opportunities
• Abundant housing options, from historical residential districts to modern apartment complexes
• Abundant parks, bike paths and outdoor areas
• Shopping districts, including Main Street shops and restaurants and mall options
• Newly built aquatic center
• Sporting events at a Big 12 school
• Strong K-12 school system
• Green initiatives, including waste-to-energy and citywide recycling programs
• Cultural offerings, including live music, art galleries, theater and the national acts of the Iowa State Center

To learn more about Ames, please visit the following sites:

• Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau
• Ames Chamber of Commerce
• City of Ames
• Iowa State University
• Ames Main Street District
• Guide to Ames, Iowa