Why Live in Northeast Ames
Northeast Ames is a well-established neighborhood characterized by midcentury ranch-style homes with brick or wooden exteriors, shaded by mature trees. The area is known for its stability, with little change over the years. Inis Grove Park, located on the neighborhood's border, features basketball and tennis courts, picnic pavilions, grills, and a playground. The park connects to the 33-mile Skunk River Trail, which links several parks in the area. Nearby, the Homewood Municipal Golf Course is open to the public, and Bandshell Park, less than 2 miles away, hosts weekly outdoor summer concerts. North Grand Mall on the west side of the neighborhood includes big-box retailers like Walmart and Kohl’s, dining options such as Starbucks and Pho & Tea, and a movie theater. Iowa State sporting events at Jack Trice Stadium and Hilton Coliseum are major attractions, drawing large crowds for football and basketball games. Duff Avenue provides easy access to downtown, 2 miles south, and CyRide buses operate along Duff and Grand avenues. Interstate 35 offers a direct route to Des Moines, 36 miles south, where the nearest international airport is located. Ames High School, less than 2 miles southwest, is highly rated, contributing to the neighborhood's appeal for families. The area is safer than the national average, and flooding is not a concern for most homes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northeast Ames a good place to live?
Northeast Ames is a good place to live. Northeast Ames is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable. Northeast Ames is a suburban neighborhood. Northeast Ames has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 44. The average household income is $95,818 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 60.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Northeast Ames are home owners, with 48.4% of residents renting and 51.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Northeast Ames can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Northeast Ames neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Northeast Ames?
The median home price in Northeast Ames is $325,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $65,100 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,620 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $69K a year to afford the median home price in Northeast Ames. The average household income in Northeast Ames is $96K.
What are the best public schools in Northeast Ames?
The best public schools that serve Northeast Ames are:
- Ames High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Ames Middle School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 3.2.
- Meeker Elementary School has a B Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 12:1.
What are the best private schools in Northeast Ames?
The best private schools that serve Northeast Ames are:
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Home Trends in Northeast Ames, IA
On average, homes in Northeast Ames, Ames sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Northeast Ames, Ames over the last 12 months is $326,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$326,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$313,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$167
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$325,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%