Seller's Agent in 2025
Nate Nerem
Nerem & Assoc.
(515) 314-3099
1 in this area
139 Total Sales
1105 Oklahoma Dr Ames, IA 50014
Sawyer West Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,384
Sq Ft
0.49
Acres
Highlights
- 0.49 Acre Lot
- No HOA
- Family Room Downstairs
- Wood Flooring
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Dining Area
About This Home
As of July 2025Rare Opportunity in Ames – Home + Adjacent Lot!
Welcome to 1105 & 1101 Oklahoma Drive – a unique chance to own not just a charming home, but the spacious, wooded lot next door as well! This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is filled with potential and ready for your personal touch. The solid bones offer a strong foundation for renovation, while the large living room—featuring a stunning wall of windows—floods the space with natural light and scenic views of the surrounding greenery.
Enjoy your morning coffee or evening relaxation in the cozy screened-in porch, perfectly situated for privacy and peace. With the included neighboring lot, you’ll love the extra space and wooded buffer from nearby homes—ideal for entertaining or simply soaking in the quiet.
Recent professional attention has resolved a minor leak in the water softener, leaving the lower level a blank canvas for you to reimagine—whether that’s a rec room, home office, or guest suite.
Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own two properties for one great price in one of Ames’ most sought-after neighborhoods. Call today to schedule your private showing!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,831
Year Built
- Built in 1984
Lot Details
- 0.49 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 172 x 127
- Property is zoned RL
Home Design
- Split Level Home
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,384 Sq Ft Home
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room Downstairs
- Dining Area
- Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 09-06-201-140
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 24, 2025
Closed on
Jul 10, 2025
Sold by
Trust Of Harriet A Arklie and Arklie Anne Elizabeth
Bought by
Ewing Rilee
Seller's Agent
Nate Nerem
Nerem & Assoc.
Buyer's Agent
Melanie Mapes
Century 21 Signature
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-14.29%
Views
50
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$24,343
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.26%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $300,000 | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2025 07/11/25 | Sold | $300,000 | -14.3% | $217 / Sq Ft |
| 06/23/2025 06/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | 0.0% | $253 / Sq Ft |
| 05/04/2025 05/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | -- | $253 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,176 | $328,700 | $76,600 | $252,100 |
| 2024 | $4,084 | $306,600 | $58,600 | $248,000 |
| 2023 | $3,738 | $306,600 | $58,600 | $248,000 |
| 2022 | $3,692 | $234,500 | $58,600 | $175,900 |
| 2021 | $3,854 | $234,500 | $58,600 | $175,900 |
| 2020 | $3,794 | $231,000 | $57,800 | $173,200 |
| 2019 | $3,794 | $231,000 | $57,800 | $173,200 |
| 2018 | $3,824 | $231,000 | $57,800 | $173,200 |
| 2017 | $3,824 | $231,000 | $57,800 | $173,200 |
| 2016 | $3,778 | $226,600 | $48,100 | $178,500 |
| 2015 | $3,778 | $226,600 | $48,100 | $178,500 |
| 2014 | $3,662 | $215,800 | $45,800 | $170,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Nate Nerem
-
Melanie Mapes
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Melanie Mapes
Century 21 Signature
(641) 651-0383
1 in this area
111 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 716498
APN: 09-06-201-140
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