$249,500

Estimated payment $1,581/month

Total Views 17,226
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,448 Sq Ft
$172 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • No HOA
  • Fellows Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

Charming Ranch Home in Ames - Great Location Near Schools & Shopping! Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch in the heart of Ames, offering 1,448 sq. ft. of comfortable living space with plenty of potential to grow. Whether you're looking for a place to call home or an excellent rental property investment, this one checks all the boxes Spacious open layout with natural light throughout
3 comfortable bedrooms & 1.5 bathrooms
Unfinished basement with endless possibilities - perfect for creating a game room, theater, or extra living space
Attached 2 car garage for convenience and storage
Low-maintenance ranch style, appealing to both homeowners and tenants Walking distance to Fellows Elementary School and Ames High School
Steps from North Grand Mall & Walmart
Close to restaurants, parks, and commuter routes This home offers both comfort and convenience—ideal for families, students, or anyone seeking to enjoy all that Ames has to offer.
Don't miss out—schedule your showing today!

Listing Agent

Karlai Thornburg

Friedrich Iowa Realty License #S37384 Listed on: 08/28/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned RL

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Block Foundation
  • Wood Trim

Interior Spaces

  • 1,448 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer

Unfinished Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 05-34-278-090

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.29
  • Road Surface Type: Hard Surface
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1448.0
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Water Heater:Gas: Yes
  • Floor:Carpet: Yes
  • Features:Sump Pump2: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Floor:Vinyl2: Yes
  • Features:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Terrain:Level: Yes
  • Floor:Hardwood: Yes
  • Foundation:Concrete Block: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Partial, Unfinished, Sump Pump
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished2: Yes
  • Interior Trim:Wood11: Yes
  • Features:Main Floor Bedroom: Yes
  • Basement:Partial2: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Wood Deck, Patio
  • Features:Window Treatment(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • General Information:Garage Type2: Attached

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

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • General Information:Homeowners Association (HOA): No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ames

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12527.0
  • Parcel #: 05-34-278-090
  • Zoning: RL

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Source: Public Records

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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
2025 $3,234 $273,700 $68,900 $204,800
2024 $3,200 $222,900 $44,500 $178,400
2023 $2,992 $225,300 $44,500 $180,800
2022 $2,954 $177,800 $44,500 $133,300
2021 $3,082 $177,800 $44,500 $133,300
2020 $3,038 $175,200 $43,800 $131,400
2019 $3,038 $175,200 $43,800 $131,400
2018 $3,060 $175,200 $43,800 $131,400
2017 $3,060 $175,200 $43,800 $131,400
2016 $2,542 $153,100 $43,200 $109,900
2015 $2,542 $153,100 $43,200 $109,900
2014 $2,412 $143,000 $40,300 $102,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/28/2025 08/28/25 For Sale $249,500 +113.2% $172 / Sq Ft
10/26/2016 10/26/16 Sold $117,000 -19.3% $81 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/27/2016 09/27/16 Pending -- -- --
09/07/2016 09/07/16 For Sale $145,000 -- $100 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $60,000 No Value Available
Closed -- No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 68321

APN: 05-34-278-090