NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $272,000 - $298,060

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,040 Sq Ft
$138/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 20, 2025

Last sale price $272,000 $133 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,815/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • 1-minute walk to Old Towne Park

About This Home

As of May 2025

Charming 1939 Brick Colonial in Historic Downtown Ames -- Full of character and great natural light, this classic two-story brick home offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Ames history. Located in the heart of historic downtown, you'll love the walkable access to the neighborhood park, farmers market, restaurants, and local shops. Inside, original hardwood floors and wood trim reflect the home's timeless charm. The spacious living room features a wood-burning fireplace, and the sunny three-season room is ideal for reading or working from home. The formal dining room is perfect for holiday gatherings or casual game nights with friends. The eat-in kitchen features a built-in breakfast table, ample cabinet space, and a pantry. A convenient half bath rounds out the main floor. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms and a full bath. The primary bedroom includes two closets and access to a private rooftop balcony—a unique bonus space to enjoy the outdoors. The basement offers potential for a future family room and has been updated with a perimeter drainage system. This is a special home in one of Ames' most beloved neighborhoods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Misty Metschke

Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames License #S633700 Listed on: 03/27/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Brett Mount

CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames License #S72151

CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

Lot Details

  • 6,750

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Brick Foundation
  • Wood Trim

Interior Spaces

  • 2,040 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Utility Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Porch
  • 6,750 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 09-02-136-090

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1104.0
  • Architectural Style: 2 Story
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Water Heater:Gas: Yes
  • Floor:Tile2: Yes
  • Exterior:Brick: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Features:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Foundation:Brick2: Yes
  • Floor:Hardwood: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 312.0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood, Gas, Two
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Basement:Full2: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Interior Trim:Wood11: Yes
  • Fireplace:Two: Yes
  • Fireplace:Wood10: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Tile, Brick/Mortar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Open
  • Features:Porch - Open: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • General Information:Garage Type2: Detached
  • General Information:Garage Capacity: 1 Car

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • General Information:Homeowners Association (HOA): No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ames

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6750.0
  • Parcel #: 09-02-136-090
  • Zoning: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 27, 2025
Closed on
May 13, 2025
Sold by
Sisco Barbara Anderson and Sisco Julius John
Bought by
Smalley Alex and Smalley Leah
Seller's Agent
Misty Metschke
Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
Buyer's Agent
Brett Mount
CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
List Price
$272,000
Sold Price
$272,000
Views
61
Current Estimated Value
$280,765

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,765
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.85%
Original Mortgage
$267,073
Outstanding Balance
$266,122
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$14,643

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 28, 2020
Closed on
Jul 28, 2020
Sold by
Thogmartin Janis Gilbert
Bought by
Sisco Barbara Anderson and Sisco Julius John
Seller's Agent
James Horstman
Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
Buyer's Agent
James Horstman
Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
List Price
$206,000
Sold Price
$199,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-3.4%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.73%
Original Mortgage
$206,164
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
VA
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Smalley Alex $272,000 None Listed On Document
Sisco Barbara Anderson $199,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Smalley Alex $267,073
Previous Owner Sisco Barbara Anderson $206,164
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Sold $272,000 0.0% $133 / Sq Ft
04/04/2025 04/04/25 Pending -- -- --
03/27/2025 03/27/25 For Sale $272,000 +36.7% $133 / Sq Ft
08/03/2020 08/03/20 Sold $199,000 0.0% $98 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/03/2020 08/03/20 Sold $199,000 -3.4% $98 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/16/2020 03/16/20 Pending -- -- --
02/28/2020 02/28/20 Pending -- -- --
02/28/2020 02/28/20 For Sale $206,000 0.0% $101 / Sq Ft
01/17/2020 01/17/20 For Sale $206,000 -- $101 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,282 $311,500 $33,800 $277,700
2024 $4,284 $319,100 $50,500 $268,600
2023 $3,250 $319,100 $50,500 $268,600
2022 $3,208 $202,000 $50,500 $151,500
2021 $2,926 $202,000 $50,500 $151,500
2020 $2,880 $174,900 $43,700 $131,200
2019 $2,880 $174,900 $43,700 $131,200
2018 $2,902 $174,900 $43,700 $131,200
2017 $2,902 $174,900 $43,700 $131,200
2016 $2,938 $175,600 $28,700 $146,900
2015 $2,938 $175,600 $28,700 $146,900
2014 $2,998 $175,600 $28,700 $146,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 66889

APN: 09-02-136-090