$20,500
SOLD DEC 19, 2025

1201 Orchard Dr Ames, IA 50010

Ames Area
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,170 Sq Ft
4,450 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: December 19, 2025

$18 Per Sq Ft

90% Below List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Shades
  • Attic Fan
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of December 2025

Do not miss this rare opportunity to live in the highly desirable area of Orchard Drive! This 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath, well-built, well-maintained home has the character and charm from 1928 but also has many updated features. The living room and dining area are spacious, full of natural light, and is complete with a beautiful, wood-burning fireplace. The main floor bedroom with built in drawers and two closets is conveniently located next to the full bath. Upstairs, you'll find the other two bedrooms, another built-in, and plenty of storage in the accessible attic. The full basement is a blank canvas for your imagination and has several built-in shelves, a half bath, and the laundry area. There is very little grass to mow as most of the yard is intentionally planted with a large variety of unique perennials. The charming backyard is mostly fenced and features a timeless brick patio. Call for your personal tour today! All information obtained from seller and public records. The seller will review any/all proposed purchase agreements/offers Sunday, October 19, at 7:00 p.m.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Randy Ewing

Weichert, Miller & Clark Listed on: 10/16/2025

Weichert, Miller & Clark

Last Buyer's Agent

Patty Meese

Friedrich Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 4,450 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Pie Shaped Lot
  • Property is zoned RL

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,170 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Screen For Fireplace
  • Shades
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Dining Area
  • Attic Fan
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 09-03-201-110

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

4,450 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: 1.5 Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 175.21
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 17.52
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Wood
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Drapes/Curtains, Fireplace Screen, Laminate Floors, Shades/Shutters, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas
  • Other Rooms: Pantry
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1170
  • Total Sq Ft: 1170

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: See Remarks, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Open Patio, Partially Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Chain Link
  • Foundation: Concrete Block
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt, Public Sidewalk
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Sq Ft: 189
  • Garage: 1 Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Attic Fan
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1000
  • Lot S F: 4450
  • Lot Shape: Pie
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 09-03-201-110
  • Zoning: RL

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

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2841.11
  • Net Taxes: 2692.00
  • Tax Year: 2026

MLS Schools

  • School District: Ames

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 16, 2025
Closed on
Dec 12, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Randy Ewing
Weichert, Miller & Clark
Buyer's Agent
Patty Meese
Friedrich Realty
List Price
$205,000
Sold Price
$20,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$184,500
-90%
Views
39
Current Estimated Value
$208,322

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$187,822
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4108.85%
Original Mortgage
$184,950
Interest Rate
0.0622%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Fiduciary Deed $205,500 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $184,950 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/19/2025 12/19/25 Sold $20,500 -90.0% $18 / Sq Ft
10/21/2025 10/21/25 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2025 10/16/25 For Sale $205,000 -- $175 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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 $2,692 $176,900 $28,900 $148,000
2024 $2,726 $218,000 $44,600 $173,400
2023 $2,792 $218,000 $44,600 $173,400
2022 $2,756 $178,200 $44,600 $133,600
2021 $2,880 $178,200 $44,600 $133,600
2020 $2,834 $175,600 $43,900 $131,700
2019 $2,834 $175,600 $43,900 $131,700
2018 $2,856 $175,600 $43,900 $131,700
2017 $2,856 $175,600 $43,900 $131,700
2016 $2,472 $152,400 $33,300 $119,100
2015 $2,472 $152,400 $33,300 $119,100
2014 $2,320 $141,200 $30,900 $110,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 728349

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 09-03-201-110

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