HOA Communities in Ames, Iowa (2026)

Ames, Iowa has 2 HOA communities listed on HOA's HUB, with monthly dues ranging from $200 to $350 and a median of $275. That places Ames right around the state average for Iowa. The local mix skews toward a mix of single-family homes and condominiums. Most communities here (100%) are pet-friendly with rental-friendly bylaws in the majority of associations.

Ames is home to 2 tracked HOA communities in Ames County. Monthly dues range from $200 on the low end to $350 at the top, with a median of $275. The most common shared amenities across Ames HOAs are Pool, Community Room, Clubhouse. That is roughly in line with the Iowa statewide median of $287. Among the higher-profile associations tracked here is Briardale Square with monthly dues near $350.

Ames HOA Market Snapshot

Communities
2
tracked
Median Fee
$275/mo
avg $275/mo
Fee Range
$200–$350
monthly
Pet Friendly
100%
2 of 2
Rentals OK
100%
2 of 2
Airbnb OK
50%
1 of 2

Most Common Amenities

Pool (2)Community Room (1)Clubhouse (1)

Where Ames Is on the Map

Ames, Iowa is located at approximately 42.030, -93.639. The map below shows the surrounding area, including neighborhoods where the HOA communities listed on this page are located.

Frequently Asked: HOAs in Ames, Iowa

How many HOA communities are in Ames?

HOA's HUB tracks 2 HOA communities in Ames, Iowa across 1 county.

What's the average HOA fee in Ames?

The median monthly HOA fee in Ames is approximately $275 (range $200–$350). Fees vary by amenity package, building age, and whether the community is single-family, condo, or townhome.

Which county does Ames belong to?

Ames is located primarily in Ames County, Iowa.

Do Ames HOAs usually include a pool or clubhouse?

Across the 2 Ames communities we track, the most frequently offered amenities are Pool, Community Room, Clubhouse. Higher-fee associations often include more of these; simpler communities tend to offer fewer.