NOT LISTED FOR SALE

121 Cherry Ave Ames, IA 50010

South Ames Business Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $89,000 - $109,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
528 Sq Ft
$190/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 27, 2025

Last sale price $99,000 $188 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $637 / mo

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Fire Pit
  • Wood Flooring
  • Screened Porch
  • Outdoor Storage

About This Home

As of October 2025

Discover the charm of country living in this beautifully refreshed 1-bedroom, 1-bath home. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, seeking a peaceful retreat, or looking for a smart investment, this cozy haven is move-in ready and full of character. Recent improvements bring comfort and peace of mind, including a brand-new roof, updated plumbing and gas line from street to home and inside, new electrical, and a new AC and furnace system for year-round efficiency. Fresh interior paint, three new windows, and a new storm door create a clean, welcoming feel while adding country charm. Downstairs, a reinforced basement wall and new window wells offer secure storage or hobby space. Outside, mature fruit trees and a perfectly sized yard on a quiet dead-end street make this home a true country retreat with easy maintenance. Complete with modern SMART home technology, this property combines simple living, thoughtful updates, and natural beauty—ready for you to move in and feel at home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amanda Simpson

EXP Realty, LLC Listed on: 09/15/2025

EXP Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Maria Rocha

LPT Realty, LLC

LPT Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,150

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 8,520 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned HOC

Parking

  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 528 Sq Ft Home
  • Screened Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Fire Pit
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0911225120

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,150

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

8,520 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 189.39
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 187.50
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 528
  • Total Sq Ft: 528

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Exterior Storage Shed, Fire Pit, Screened Porch
  • Foundation: Brick, Tile
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Gravel

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Gravel

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1956
  • Lot S F: 8520
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0911225120
  • Zoning: HOC

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: 1150.00
  • Net Taxes: 1150.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Ames

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 15, 2025
Closed on
Oct 15, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Amanda Simpson
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Maria Rocha
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$99,999
Sold Price
$99,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$999
-1%
Views
61
Current Estimated Value
$100,473

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,473
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.53%
Original Mortgage
$4,950
Outstanding Balance
$4,950
Interest Rate
6.35%
Estimated Equity
$95,523

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 2025
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 19, 2024
Closed on
Sep 5, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Briseida Carrillo Ceniceros
EXP Realty, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Briseida Carrillo Ceniceros
EXP Realty, LLC
List Price
$56,000
Sold Price
$49,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-12.5%
Views
26

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
51.45%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2023
Closed on
Oct 24, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Steve Bock
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Buyer's Agent
Beth Skluzacek
CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS
List Price
$30,000
Sold Price
$30,000
Views
13

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
75.76%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$99,000 None Listed On Document
-- None Listed On Document
$49,000 None Listed On Document
$30,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $4,950
Open $96,703
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/27/2025 10/27/25 Sold $99,000 -1.0% $188 / Sq Ft
09/27/2025 09/27/25 Pending -- -- --
09/15/2025 09/15/25 For Sale $99,999 +104.1% $189 / Sq Ft
09/04/2024 09/04/24 Sold $49,000 -12.5% $93 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/22/2024 08/22/24 Pending -- -- --
08/19/2024 08/19/24 For Sale $56,000 +86.7% $106 / Sq Ft
10/24/2023 10/24/23 Sold $30,000 0.0% $57 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/09/2023 10/09/23 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2023 10/09/23 For Sale $30,000 -- $57 / 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 $1,150 $101,900 $55,400 $46,500
2024 $1,126 $79,300 $21,700 $57,600
2023 $1,460 $79,300 $21,700 $57,600
2022 $1,442 $86,800 $21,700 $65,100
2021 $1,504 $86,800 $21,700 $65,100
2020 $1,482 $85,500 $21,400 $64,100
2019 $1,482 $85,500 $21,400 $64,100
2018 $1,494 $85,500 $21,400 $64,100
2017 $1,494 $85,500 $21,400 $64,100
2016 $1,236 $70,200 $24,800 $45,400
2015 $1,236 $70,200 $24,800 $45,400
2014 $1,202 $66,900 $23,600 $43,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Amanda Simpson

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Amanda Simpson

    EXP Realty, LLC

    (515) 664-1788

    1 in this area

    96 Total Sales

    Amanda Simpson
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  • Maria Rocha

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Maria Rocha

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 423-4463

    1 in this area

    113 Total Sales

    Maria Rocha
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  • Steve Bock

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Steve Bock

    RE/MAX

    (515) 231-1899

    3 in this area

    209 Total Sales

    Steve Bock
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Beth Skluzacek

    CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS

    (515) 296-4680

    8 in this area

    3,513 Total Sales

    Beth Skluzacek
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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 726233

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 09-11-225-120

Iowa Story County Ames 50010 South Ames Business

121 Cherry Ave, Ames, IA

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