$342,900
$32K PRICE DROP

2870 Torrey Pines Rd Ames, IA 50010

Estimated payment $2,651/month

Total Views 60,510
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,863 Sq Ft
$184 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Den
  • Fellows Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Inis Grove Park

About This Home

Welcome to this spacious and stylish contemporary townhome in desirable North Central Ames, just steps from Veenker Golf Course!

Built in 1978, this 4-bed, 3-bath gem offers nearly 3,000 sq ft of finished space and a rare combination of privacy, character, and modern updates. The expansive main level features new hardwood floors, a huge living room with fireplace, built-in bookshelves, and sliding door to the deck—perfect for relaxing or entertaining with views of the common greens spaces. The large kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, a breakfast nook, views of the front paver patio, and convenient 2 car garage access. A main level primary bedroom with its own fireplace and new carpet includes a beautifully updated primary. Laundry is also conveniently located on the main floor.

Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms with new carpet, a Jack-and-Jill full bath, and added mini-split HVAC for year-round comfort.

The walk-out lower level offers even more living space, including a cozy family room with fireplace and charming brick archways, an office/den or workout space with built-ins, a large 4th bedroom with dual closets, another updated full bath, and a large finished storage closet, plus mechanical room with a second laundry hookup.

Enjoy maintenance-free living with HOA benefits and a 1-year AHS home warranty. HOA fees are $425/mo covering lawn care, snow removal, and exterior maintenance. The sellers are also offering a $5,000 credit for buyer closing costs, upgrades to the home or mechanicals, or even season passes to Veenker Golf Course!

Listing Agent

Jared Van Cleave

CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames License #S57980 Listed on: 05/16/2025

CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,890

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 3,840 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

  • $425 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Wood Trim

Interior Spaces

  • 1,863 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Home warranty included in the sale of the property
  • Assessor Parcel Number 05-33-253-170

Community Details

Overview

  • David Tapper Elite Pm Association, Phone Number (515) 460-5106
  • Built by Buck
  • Maintained Community

Recreation

  • Snow Removal

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,890

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$425 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1226.0
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Water Heater:Gas: Yes
  • Floor:Carpet: Yes
  • Floor:Tile2: Yes
  • Features:Main Floor Laundry2: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Floor:Vinyl2: Yes
  • Features:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Floor:Hardwood: Yes
  • Foundation:Concrete Block: Yes
  • Basement Walkout: Yes
  • Features:Home Warranty: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Walk-Out Access, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1088.0
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Three or More
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Basement:Full2: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Fireplace:Gas9: Yes
  • Interior Trim:Wood11: Yes
  • Features:Main Floor Bedroom: Yes
  • Fireplace:Three or More: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Builder Name: Buck
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block, Tile
  • Patio And Porch Features: Wood Deck, Patio
  • Features:Window Treatment(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • 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: Lawn Care, Exterior Maintenance, Snow Removal
  • Association Fee: 425.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: David Tapper - Elite PM
  • Phone: 515-460-5106
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • General Information:Homeowners Association (HOA): Yes
  • General Information:Association Fee: 425.0
  • General Information:Association Fee Per: Monthly
  • Amenities:Exterior Maintenance: Yes
  • Amenities:Lawn Care: Yes
  • Amenities:Snow Removal: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ames

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3840.0
  • Parcel #: 05-33-253-170
  • Zoning: F-PRD

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Range of Values:

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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 $4,890 $449,500 $51,800 $397,700
2024 $4,784 $347,300 $58,200 $289,100
2023 $3,768 $347,300 $58,200 $289,100
2022 $3,720 $232,800 $58,200 $174,600
2021 $4,056 $232,800 $58,200 $174,600
2020 $3,998 $230,500 $57,600 $172,900
2019 $3,998 $230,500 $57,600 $172,900
2018 $4,026 $230,500 $57,600 $172,900
2017 $4,026 $230,500 $57,600 $172,900
2016 $3,864 $228,100 $32,100 $196,000
2015 $3,864 $228,100 $32,100 $196,000
2014 $3,942 $228,100 $32,100 $196,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/12/2025 09/12/25 Price Changed $342,900 -2.0% $184 / Sq Ft
08/12/2025 08/12/25 Price Changed $349,900 -2.8% $188 / Sq Ft
06/25/2025 06/25/25 Price Changed $359,900 -2.7% $193 / Sq Ft
06/06/2025 06/06/25 Price Changed $369,900 -1.3% $199 / Sq Ft
05/16/2025 05/16/25 For Sale $374,900 +107.1% $201 / Sq Ft
08/25/2016 08/25/16 Sold $181,000 -3.5% $97 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/13/2016 07/13/16 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2016 06/03/16 For Sale $187,500 -- $101 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $181,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $154,285 New Conventional
Closed $171,950 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 67446

APN: 05-33-253-170