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Ames, IA Homes for Sale under $1,500,000

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  • 2345 161st Place, Ames, IA 50014
    2345 161st Place, Ames, IA 50014
    2345 161st Place, Ames, IA 50014
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    $1,420,323

    New Construction
    • 4 Beds
    • 6 Baths
    • 2,487 Sq Ft

    2345 161st Place, Ames, IA 50014

    FALL SALE! Save $10,000 on this spec home with available promotional savings. Ask listing agent for terms & details. Offer ends 10/31/26. HCS presents your new executive ranch home! This home sits on the north side of the rural Buck Hills neighborhood, overlooking a peaceful pond. This beautiful, well-crafted, spacious home has top-of-the-line finishes that are sure to impress your family. It

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    James Horstman

    Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames

    2345 161st Place, Ames, IA 50014
  • 624 Xavier Ave, Ames, IA 50014
    624 Xavier Ave, Ames, IA 50014
    624 Xavier Ave, Ames, IA 50014
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    $1,199,000

    $51K PRICE DROP
    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,037 Sq Ft

    624 Xavier Ave, Ames, IA 50014

    Located on 3.74 acres in Buck Hill, within the Gilbert Community School District, this exceptional custom home by Integrity (built in 2024) offers more than 4,000 finished square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. It features luxury finishes, functional design, an unbeatable setting, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and an oversized 4-car garage.The main level features an open-concept

    Kyle Van Winkle RE/MAX Concepts-Ames

    624 Xavier Ave, Ames, IA 50014
  • 26107 530th Ave, Ames, IA 50010
    26107 530th Ave, Ames, IA 50010
    26107 530th Ave, Ames, IA 50010
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    $1,430,000

    • Land
    • 7.5 Acres
    • $190,667 per Acre

    26107 530th Ave, Ames, IA 50010

    Looking for PRIME development land? This land is over 7.5 acres in a highly desirable location, just minutes from Jack Trice Stadium, ISU Research Park, and Iowa State University. The possibilities are endless - from executive home development to business opportunities. Don't let this gem pass you by!

    Abby Hausmann-Virgil Keller Williams Ankeny Metro

    26107 530th Ave, Ames, IA 50010
  • 642 Xavier Place, Ames, IA 50014
    642 Xavier Place, Ames, IA 50014
    642 Xavier Place, Ames, IA 50014
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    $1,199,000

    $51K PRICE DROP
    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,037 Sq Ft

    642 Xavier Place, Ames, IA 50014

    Located on 3.74 acres in Buck Hill, within the Gilbert Community School District, this exceptional custom home by Integrity (built in 2024) offers more than 4,000 finished square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. It features luxury finishes, functional design, an unbeatable setting, 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and an oversized 4-car garage.The main level features an open-concept

    Van Winkle Real Estate Team RE/MAX Concepts-Ames

    642 Xavier Place, Ames, IA 50014
  • 2916 Forest Hills Dr, Ames, IA 50014
    2916 Forest Hills Dr, Ames, IA 50014
    2916 Forest Hills Dr, Ames, IA 50014
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    $1,275,000

    $75K PRICE DROP
    • 5 Beds
    • 4.5 Baths
    • 3,808 Sq Ft

    2916 Forest Hills Dr, Ames, IA 50014

    Architecturally stunning and extensively reimagined, this contemporary 2-story home at 2916 Forest Hills Drive offers nearly 5,000 square feet of finished living space on a breathtaking, nearly 1.5-acre in town wooded lot just west of Iowa State University. Nestled within a private enclave in the heart of Ames, this exceptional property blends privacy, modern luxury, and convenience.

    Jared Van Cleave CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames

    2916 Forest Hills Dr, Ames, IA 50014
  • 4503 Cartier Ave, Ames, IA 50014
    4503 Cartier Ave, Ames, IA 50014
    4503 Cartier Ave, Ames, IA 50014
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    $1,088,542

    New Construction
    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,875 Sq Ft

    4503 Cartier Ave, Ames, IA 50014

    FALL SALE! Save $10,000 on this spec home with available promotional savings. Ask listing agent for terms & details. Offer ends 10/31/26. Experience the best of new construction living in this beautifully designed home featuring a stunning coffered tray ceiling, white oak engineered hardwood floors, and exceptional attention to detail throughout. The lower level offers a full bar and large, fully

    Brenda Pedigo-Weigel Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames

    4503 Cartier Ave, Ames, IA 50014
  • 2400 SE 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
    2400 SE 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
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    $1,137,000

    • Land
    • 3.07 Acres
    • $370,938 per Acre

    2400 SE 16th St, Ames, IA 50010

    This prime 3.07-acre commercial lot offers exceptional visibility and accessibility, strategically positioned off US Highway 30 and just off Interstate 35. Zoned HOC (Highway-Oriented Commercial), the property is ideal for a variety of high-traffic businesses. Surrounded by hotels, convenience stores, restaurants, and other thriving commercial establishments, this location provides a built-in

    Mike Purcell Friedrich Realty

    2400 SE 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
  • 50421 Clover Ct, Ames, IA 50014
    50421 Clover Ct, Ames, IA 50014
    50421 Clover Ct, Ames, IA 50014
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    $1,150,000

    New Construction
    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,087 Sq Ft

    50421 Clover Ct, Ames, IA 50014

    Discover exceptional craftsmanship and luxury living in Prairie Valley, one of Ames' most desirable neighborhoods within the highly sought-after Gilbert Community School District. Situated on an expansive 0.67-acre walkout lot, this stunning Caliber Homes ranch offers five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and an oversized four-car garage, thoughtfully designed for both everyday comfort and effortless

    Nathan Herbers Friedrich Realty

    50421 Clover Ct, Ames, IA 50014
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Real Estate & Homes in Ames, IA under $1,500,000

Home Prices in Ames, IA

The median home sale price in Ames, IA is $321,375, up 7% year-over-year. Homes in Ames sell in 35 days on average, compared to the national average of 55 days.

Home Price Trends

Median Sale Price
$321,375
Median Single Family Sale Price
$335,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$215,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$220,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$104,000
Median Studio Sale Price
$312,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$223
Number of Homes for Sale
110
Last 12 months Home Sales
627
Months of Supply
2.10
Median List Price
$335,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%

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