NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1526 Harding Ave Ames, IA 50010

Grand-Summit Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $247,000 - $257,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,268 Sq Ft
$199/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 18, 2025

Last sale price $255,000 $201 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,612 / mo

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Porch
  • Fellows Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to this classic 1954 ranch-style gem offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,268 square feet of comfortable living space. Located in an established neighborhood, this single-story home blends character with practical updates.

Step inside to find a bright, inviting living area with large windows that fill the space with natural light. Original hardwood floors and vintage details add warmth and charm throughout. The kitchen retains its cozy, retro feel while offering ample cabinetry and workspace. Adjacent to the kitchen is a dining area perfect for family meals or casual gatherings.

Outside, the backyard provides plenty of room for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying the outdoors.

This home is ideal for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking to enjoy the timeless appeal of ranch-style living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alyssa Loots

CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Story City License #S44361 Listed on: 06/09/2025

CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Story City

Last Buyer's Agent

Lisa Nielsen

LPT Realty, LLC License #S63062000

LPT Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 7,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned RL

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Wood Trim

Interior Spaces

  • 1,268 Sq Ft Home
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage
  • Storage Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0534479320

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

7,800 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Road Frontage Type: Maintained
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1268.0
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Water Heater:Gas: Yes
  • Floor:Carpet: Yes
  • Floor:Laminate: Yes
  • Floor:Tile2: Yes
  • Features:Sump Pump2: Yes
  • Exterior:Brick: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Features:Storage Shed4: Yes
  • Floor:Hardwood: Yes
  • Foundation:Concrete Block: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Full, Sump Pump
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 590.0
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood, Carpet
  • Basement:Full2: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Interior Trim:Wood11: Yes
  • Features:Main Floor Bedroom: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Block, Tile
  • Other Structures: Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Open
  • Features:Porch - Open: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • General Information:Garage Type2: Attached
  • General Information:Garage Capacity: 1 Car

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • General Information:Homeowners Association (HOA): No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ames

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7800.0
  • Parcel #: 0534479320
  • Zoning: RL

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 9, 2025
Closed on
Jul 15, 2025
Sold by
Chariton Rachel and Chariton Jesse
Bought by
Laake Kathleen L and Laake James H
Seller's Agent
Alyssa Loots
CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Story City
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Nielsen
LPT Realty, LLC
List Price
$255,000
Sold Price
$255,000
Views
14
Current Estimated Value
$251,850

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,150
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.56%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2019
Closed on
Jul 1, 2019
Sold by
Carter William H and Gennett Adrienne V
Bought by
Chariton Rachel and Chariton Jesse
Seller's Agent
Jared Van Cleave
CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
Buyer's Agent
Alyssa Loots
CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Story City
List Price
$188,500
Sold Price
$182,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-3.18%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.68%
Original Mortgage
$173,375
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 25, 2014
Closed on
Feb 16, 2015
Sold by
Geirsson Heimir and Hallgrimsdottir Lara Birna
Bought by
Carter William H and Gennett Adrienne
Seller's Agent
Lara Hallgrimsdottir
Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
Buyer's Agent
Jared Van Cleave
JDR Group
List Price
$169,900
Sold Price
$168,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$1,900
-1.12%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.93%
Original Mortgage
$1,377,560
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 29, 2010
Sold by
Marsden Jean Marie and Marsden Jean Marie M
Bought by
Pingel Amanda J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$129,609
Interest Rate
4.96%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Laake Kathleen L $255,000 None Listed On Document
Chariton Rachel $182,500 --
Carter William H $168,000 None Available
Pingel Amanda J $131,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Chariton Rachel $173,375
Previous Owner Carter William H $1,377,560
Previous Owner Pingel Amanda J $129,609
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Sold $255,000 0.0% $201 / Sq Ft
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Pending -- -- --
06/09/2025 06/09/25 For Sale $255,000 +39.7% $201 / Sq Ft
07/02/2019 07/02/19 Sold $182,500 -3.2% $144 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/28/2019 05/28/19 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2019 05/23/19 For Sale $188,500 +12.2% $149 / Sq Ft
03/06/2015 03/06/15 Sold $168,000 -1.1% $132 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/23/2015 01/23/15 Pending -- -- --
11/25/2014 11/25/14 For Sale $169,900 +13.3% $134 / Sq Ft
07/29/2014 07/29/14 Sold $150,000 0.0% $118 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/21/2014 07/21/14 Pending -- -- --
04/09/2014 04/09/14 For Sale $150,000 -- $118 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

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 $3,318 $245,700 $42,900 $202,800
2024 $3,248 $228,700 $46,100 $182,600
2023 $3,100 $228,700 $46,100 $182,600
2022 $3,062 $184,200 $46,100 $138,100
2021 $3,192 $184,200 $46,100 $138,100
2020 $3,148 $181,500 $45,400 $136,100
2019 $3,148 $181,500 $45,400 $136,100
2018 $2,706 $163,600 $40,900 $122,700
2017 $2,706 $163,600 $40,900 $122,700
2016 $2,460 $148,400 $36,700 $111,700
2015 $2,460 $148,400 $36,700 $111,700
2014 $2,492 $138,700 $34,200 $104,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Alyssa Loots

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Alyssa Loots

    CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Story City

    (515) 290-9899

    1 in this area

    39 Total Sales

    Alyssa Loots
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  • Lisa Nielsen

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Lisa Nielsen

    LPT Realty, LLC

    (515) 979-0054

    1 in this area

    99 Total Sales

    Lisa Nielsen
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  • Jared Van Cleave

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Jared Van Cleave

    CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames

    (515) 460-7777

    4 in this area

    165 Total Sales

    Jared Van Cleave
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  • Lara Hallgrimsdottir

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Lara Hallgrimsdottir

    Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames

    (515) 291-1799

    143 Total Sales

    Lara Hallgrimsdottir
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Map

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 67663

APN: 05-34-479-320

Iowa Story County Ames 50010 Grand-Summit

1526 Harding Ave, Ames, IA

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