Serving Ames & Iowa State University

Quality Equipment That Works for Your Budget

Save up to 70% on certified surplus equipment, furniture, and supplies. From lab instruments to office essentials—we've got what you need at prices that make sense.

Browse Inventory (515) 232-2285
500+ Items Available
70% Avg. Savings
20+ Years Serving Ames
ISU Surplus warehouse with equipment and supplies
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Certified Quality All items inspected
Who We Are

Your Trusted Source for Surplus Equipment in Ames

Iowa State University campus

ISU Surplus has been serving the Ames community and Iowa State University for over two decades. We specialize in providing high-quality surplus equipment, furniture, and supplies at prices that stretch your budget further.

Whether you're a student looking for affordable desk furniture, a researcher needing lab equipment, or a business owner seeking office supplies, we have the inventory to meet your needs.

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Unbeatable Prices

Save up to 70% on quality surplus items

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Quality Guaranteed

Every item is inspected and certified

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Local & Accessible

Conveniently located in Ames, IA

What We Offer

Browse Our Product Categories

Laboratory equipment and instruments
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Lab Equipment

Microscopes, centrifuges, and scientific instruments

Office furniture and desks
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Office Furniture

Desks, chairs, filing cabinets, and storage solutions

Computer hardware and electronics
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Computer Hardware

Monitors, towers, peripherals, and networking equipment

Industrial tools and machinery
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Industrial Tools

Power tools, hand tools, and workshop equipment

Student supplies and dorm essentials
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Student Supplies

Affordable essentials for college students

Miscellaneous surplus equipment
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Miscellaneous

Household items, sporting goods, and more

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Why Choose Us

The ISU Surplus Advantage

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Curated Inventory

Every item in our warehouse is carefully selected and inspected to ensure quality and functionality.

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Community Focused

As a local Ames business, we're invested in serving students, faculty, and residents with affordable solutions.

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Expert Staff

Our knowledgeable team helps you find exactly what you need with personalized recommendations.

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Competitive Pricing

We offer the best prices on surplus equipment in the Ames area, with regular sales and specials.

Testimonials

What Our Customers Say

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Found everything I needed for my home office at a fraction of the retail price. The staff was helpful and the quality was excellent. Highly recommend!

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Sarah M. Ames Resident
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As a graduate student, I needed affordable lab equipment for my research. ISU Surplus had exactly what I needed at prices that fit my budget.

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Michael T. ISU Graduate Student
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We've been sourcing office furniture from ISU Surplus for years. Consistent quality, fair prices, and great customer service every time.

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Jennifer L. Local Business Owner
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Come see our inventory in person or give us a call. We're here to help you find exactly what you need.

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Address

1102 Southern Hills Dr Ste 105
Ames, IA 50010

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