$127,500
SOLD NOV 10, 2016

1517 Little Bluestem Ct Unit 12 Ames, IA 50014

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,116 Sq Ft
$130/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$114 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

89 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Ames High School Rated A-
  • Patio
  • 5-minute walk to Gateway Hills Park

About This Home

As of November 2016

This 2 bed 1.5 bath home is move in ready. New flooring throughout and all new appliances. Walking distance to ISU Campus and just off HWY 30. This is a must see!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Steve Bensema

Keller Williams Ames License #S60160 Listed on: 07/01/2016

Last Buyer's Agent

Collin Fett

RE/MAX REC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,612

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

HOA Fees

  • $130 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Masonite

Interior Spaces

  • 1,116 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0909454120

Community Details

Overview

  • Maintained Community

Recreation

  • Snow Removal

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,612

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$130 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 558.0
  • Architectural Style: 2 Story
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Water Heater:Gas: Yes
  • Floor:Carpet: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Floor:Vinyl2: Yes
  • Features:Deck-Wood: Yes
  • Features:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Foundation:Concrete Block: Yes
  • Exterior:Masonite: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 288.0
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Basement:Full2: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Gas9: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Masonite
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck-Wood, Patio
  • Features:Patio3: 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

  • Amenities: Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal
  • Association Fee: 130.0
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • General Information:Association Fee: 130.0
  • General Information:Association Fee Per: Monthly
  • Amenities:Lawn Care: Yes
  • Amenities:Snow Removal: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ames

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6252.0
  • Parcel #: 0909454120
  • Zoning: F-PRD
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 31, 2011
Closed on
Jun 27, 2012
Sold by
Wade Michelle L
Bought by
Lenane Karen S and Lenane Courtney L
Seller's Agent
Nancy Miller
Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & Clark Agency
Buyer's Agent
Steve Bensema
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
List Price
$116,000
Sold Price
$104,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,000
-10.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.63%
Original Mortgage
$83,200
Outstanding Balance
$59,975
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$127,824

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 7, 2006
Sold by
Miller Samuel J
Bought by
Wade Michelle L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$97,600
Interest Rate
6.68%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $104,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $122,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $83,200 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $93,976 New Conventional
Previous Owner $97,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/13/2025 06/13/25 Price Changed $174,000 -2.8% $124 / Sq Ft
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Price Changed $179,000 -3.2% $127 / Sq Ft
04/28/2025 04/28/25 Price Changed $185,000 -2.6% $132 / Sq Ft
04/04/2025 04/04/25 For Sale $190,000 +49.0% $135 / Sq Ft
11/10/2016 11/10/16 Sold $127,500 -12.0% $114 / Sq Ft
09/29/2016 09/29/16 Pending -- -- --
07/01/2016 07/01/16 For Sale $144,900 +39.3% $130 / Sq Ft
06/29/2012 06/29/12 Sold $104,000 -10.3% $93 / Sq Ft
05/27/2012 05/27/12 Pending -- -- --
10/31/2011 10/31/11 For Sale $116,000 -- $104 / 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
2024 $2,612 $183,900 $37,800 $146,100
2023 $2,542 $183,900 $37,800 $146,100
2022 $2,512 $151,100 $37,800 $113,300
2021 $2,632 $151,100 $37,800 $113,300
2020 $2,594 $149,600 $37,400 $112,200
2019 $2,594 $149,600 $37,400 $112,200
2018 $2,614 $149,600 $37,400 $112,200
2017 $2,614 $149,600 $37,400 $112,200
2016 $2,292 $130,200 $30,300 $99,900
2015 $2,292 $130,200 $30,300 $99,900
2014 $2,340 $130,200 $30,300 $99,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Collin Fett

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Collin Fett

    RE/MAX

    (515) 329-4011

    139 Total Sales

    Collin Fett
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  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Steve Bensema

    Keller Williams Ames

  • N

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Nancy Miller

    Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & Clark Agency

  • J

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2012

    Julie Clark

    Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & Clark Agency

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Map

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 45131

APN: 09-09-454-120

Iowa Story County Ames 50014

1517 Little Bluestem Ct Unit 12, Ames, IA

This home is located at 1517 Little Bluestem Ct Unit 12, Ames, IA 50014 and is currently priced at $127,500, approximately $114 per square foot. This property was built in 1988. 1517 Little Bluestem Ct Unit 12 is a home located in Story County with nearby schools including Edwards Elementary School, Ames Middle School, and Ames High School.

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