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Murphy's on Walnut

This move-in-ready, second-floor back unit blends 1850s railroad history with modern convenience, offering a quiet 1-bedroom layout with a dedicated office, full kitchen, and a dining room furnished to host up to 6 guests. Located in the historic Lee Building overlooking the train tracks, the property features on-site management, a strict allergen-free no-pets policy, and a unique "cat therapy" perk for guests missing their furry friends. It offers exceptional small-town walkability, situated directly across the street from a full-service Fareway grocery store and mere steps from local dining, laundry, and health services, making it an ideal, hassle-free retreat for traveling professionals.


Historic Charm & Layout: A fully modernized 1853 rail-worker flat featuring a queen bedroom with a 49" TV, a dedicated office with a desk and 40" TV, a large walk-in closet, and a bathroom with a walk-in shower.


Hosting-Ready Space: Features a fully equipped kitchen and a spacious dining room specifically furnished to comfortably seat up to 6 people for dinner or game nights.


Prime Healthcare Commutes: Perfectly positioned for traveling medical professionals, located just 15 minutes from Boone County Hospital and 30 minutes from Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames.


Unbeatable Walkability: Essential amenities are steps away, including a Fareway grocery store right across the street, a laundromat 80 feet door-to-door, and the award-winning Lucky Pig Pub & Grill a 2-minute walk away.


On-Site Management & Perks: Maintained by an on-site property manager living in the front unit, offering a secure, well-kept environment alongside optional, on-demand "purr time" with socialized cats.

Nine reasons why

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Mid-Term Booking

Staying at this historic flat while contracting at Boone County Hospital was an absolute game-changer for my three-month rotation. Having a dedicated office space made it incredibly easy to handle my paperwork, while the full dining room allowed me to comfortably host five other travel nurses for a game night. Between the Fareway grocery store right across the street, the laundromat just 80 feet away, and the fantastic "cat therapy" perk from the on-site manager, I had everything I needed within arm's reach.

Peter, 28 

This historic flat was the perfect setup for my remote work trip, especially having a dedicated office space alongside a spacious dining room that comfortably fit six of us for an evening meeting. The convenience of having a Fareway grocery store right across the street and a laundromat nearby made my stay incredibly efficient.

David, 32

This modernized flat was the perfect retreat during my contract at Mary Greeley Medical Center, offering a smooth 30-minute commute and a dedicated private office that made unwinding after long shifts incredibly easy. The dining room setup was fantastic for hosting a weekend game night with five of my fellow nurses, and having the Fareway grocery store directly across the street meant I never had to worry about errands after a long day.

Laura, 21