$253,000
SOLD JUL 15, 2020

118 Wilder Ln Ames, IA 50014

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,023 Sq Ft
4,617 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$247 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

257 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Dining Area
  • Ames High School Rated A-
  • Family Room
  • Gas Fireplace

About This Home

As of June 2025

Home is complete! Destiny Homes presents their Rowan plan at Sunset Ridge in west Ames. This raised ranch, row home features 3 BR, 2.5 BA, and 1558SF of finished space. The open concept main level hosts a large dining, kitchen, living room, half bath, and master suite. The kitchen features quartz countertops, large buffet, eat-in kitchen, and stainless steel appliances. Kitchen opens to the large living room with abundant natural light and an electric fireplace. Master suite is located in the front of the home with a walk-in closet, linen closet and large shower. Lower level features two additional bedrooms, full bath, laundry, and plenty of storage. There is a long list of standard features not often found at this price point, including: quartz countertops, Hardie Plank siding, electric fireplace and more.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

A.j. Spiker

Hunziker & Associates, Inc. Listed on: 11/01/2019

Last Buyer's Agent

OUTSIDE AGENT

OTHER

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,006

Year Built

  • Built in 2019

Lot Details

  • 4,617 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 43x94

HOA Fees

  • $50 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Stone Siding
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 1,023 Sq Ft Home
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Basement Window Egress

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • Somerset Clubhouse Association, Phone Number (515) 292-0183
  • Built by Destiny Homes

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,006

Year Built

Built in 2019

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$50 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Homebuilder: Destiny Homes
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 252.20
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 247.31
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 2019
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Direct Vent Gas
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Egress Windows, Partial Finished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1023
  • Sq Ft Fin Bsmt: 535
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1023
  • Total Sq Ft: 1023

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cement Board, Stone
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 50.0000
  • Association Fee Term: Month
  • Association Fee: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • HOA Name: Wilder Point Owners Associatio
  • Management Firm: Somerset Clubhouse
  • Management Firm Phone: 515-292-0183

Schools

  • School District: Ames

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.0900
  • Lot S F: 4617
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Lot Size: 43x94
  • Zoning: Res

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

MLS Schools

  • School District: Ames

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 16, 2025
Closed on
May 29, 2025
Sold by
Mcgraw Steven L and Mcgraw Jan E
Bought by
Porter Jozlynn
Seller's Agent
Joel Sullivan
Friedrich Iowa Realty
Buyer's Agent
Renee Klaus
Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
List Price
$320,000
Sold Price
$312,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-2.5%
Views
91

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.27%
Original Mortgage
$277,370
Outstanding Balance
$277,132
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$40,084

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 1, 2019
Closed on
Jul 13, 2020
Sold by
Genesis Homes Inc
Bought by
Mcgraw Steven L and Mcgraw Jan E
Seller's Agent
A.j. Spiker
Hunziker & Associates, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
List Price
$245,800
Sold Price
$253,000
Premium/Discount to List
$7,200
2.93%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.35%
Original Mortgage
$240,350
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $312,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $253,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $277,370 FHA
Previous Owner $240,350 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Sold $312,000 -2.5% $295 / Sq Ft
05/05/2025 05/05/25 Pending -- -- --
04/16/2025 04/16/25 For Sale $320,000 +26.5% $302 / Sq Ft
07/15/2020 07/15/20 Sold $253,000 +2.9% $247 / Sq Ft
06/15/2020 06/15/20 Pending -- -- --
11/01/2019 11/01/19 For Sale $245,800 -- $240 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association 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
2024 $4,006 $282,100 $57,600 $224,500
2023 $3,874 $282,100 $57,600 $224,500
2022 $3,828 $230,300 $57,600 $172,700
2021 $1,228 $230,300 $57,600 $172,700
2020 $1,228 $69,800 $34,500 $35,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 594227

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 09-06-388-110