NOT LISTED FOR SALE

230 Abraham Dr Ames, IA 50014

Edwards Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $263,000 - $279,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,671 Sq Ft
$161/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 2, 2025

Last sale price $265,000 $159 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,720 / mo

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Living Room
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • 4-minute walk to Christopher Gartner Park

About This Home

As of May 2025

Charming 1.5-Story Home with 4 bedroom 2-bathroom offers timeless character with modern convenience. Situated in a prime location, it features a fenced yard for privacy, is close to shopping and schools, and provides easy access to Highway 30 for a smooth commute.
The spacious 2-car tandem garage with a workshop is ideal for hobbyists or extra storage. With tons of potential, this home is ready for your personal touch. Don't miss out—schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Karlai Thornburg

Friedrich Realty License #S37384 Listed on: 03/09/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Brett Mount

RE/MAX Concepts-Ames License #S72151

RE/MAX Concepts-Ames

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

Lot Details

  • 8,308 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Tandem Garage

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Wood Trim

Interior Spaces

  • 1,671 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Storage Shed

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 09-08-103-040

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

8,308 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Road Surface Type: Hard Surface
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 830.0
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Year Built: 1939
  • 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
  • Washers: Yes
  • Floor:Vinyl2: Yes
  • Features:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features Fence: Yes
  • Terrain:Level: Yes
  • Features:Storage Shed4: Yes
  • Floor:Hardwood: Yes
  • Foundation:Concrete Block: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Full, Sump Pump
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Basement:Full2: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Interior Trim:Wood11: Yes
  • Features:Main Floor Bedroom: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Construction Type: Steel Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed Porch
  • Features:Window Treatment(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes
  • Heating:Electric: 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: 8308.0
  • Parcel #: 09-08-103-040
  • Zoning: Residential

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 9, 2025
Closed on
Apr 22, 2025
Sold by
Zheng Wen Yi and Li Yu Xue
Bought by
Lyons Karah
Seller's Agent
Karlai Thornburg
Friedrich Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brett Mount
RE/MAX Concepts-Ames
List Price
$269,900
Sold Price
$265,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.82%
Views
35
Current Estimated Value
$269,566

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,566
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.81%
Original Mortgage
$257,050
Outstanding Balance
$255,913
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$13,653

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 17, 2018
Closed on
Jul 18, 2018
Sold by
Steven K Vogelzang
Bought by
Zheng Wen and Li Yu
Seller's Agent
Linda Fisher
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Buyer's Agent
Beth Skluzacek
CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS
List Price
$209,900
Sold Price
$200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-4.72%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.23%
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
4.53%
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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lyons Karah $265,000 None Listed On Document
Zheng Wen -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lyons Karah $257,050
Previous Owner Zheng Wen $160,000
Previous Owner Zheng Wen --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/02/2025 05/02/25 Sold $265,000 -1.8% $159 / Sq Ft
03/22/2025 03/22/25 Pending -- -- --
03/09/2025 03/09/25 For Sale $269,900 +35.0% $162 / Sq Ft
07/16/2018 07/16/18 Sold $200,000 -4.7% $112 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/07/2018 06/07/18 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2018 05/17/18 For Sale $209,900 -- $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 $3,366 $264,600 $41,500 $223,100
2024 $3,292 $242,300 $48,300 $194,000
2023 $3,102 $242,300 $48,300 $194,000
2022 $3,062 $193,200 $48,300 $144,900
2021 $3,196 $193,200 $48,300 $144,900
2020 $3,148 $190,300 $47,600 $142,700
2019 $3,148 $190,300 $47,600 $142,700
2018 $2,866 $172,800 $43,200 $129,600
2017 $2,866 $172,800 $43,200 $129,600
2016 $2,726 $163,500 $33,900 $129,600
2015 $2,726 $163,500 $33,900 $129,600
2014 $2,564 $151,400 $31,400 $120,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • K

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Karlai Thornburg

    Friedrich Realty

    (515) 956-1500

    5 in this area

    30 Total Sales

    Karlai Thornburg
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  • Brett Mount

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Brett Mount

    RE/MAX

    (515) 689-8292

    3 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Brett Mount
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  • L

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Linda Fisher

    RE/MAX

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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Beth Skluzacek

    CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS

    (515) 296-4680

    34 in this area

    3,436 Total Sales

    Beth Skluzacek
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Map

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 66738

APN: 09-08-103-040

Iowa Story County Ames 50014 Edwards

230 Abraham Dr, Ames, IA

Not Listed for Sale

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