$425,000
$50K PRICE DROP

Estimated payment $2,722/month

Total Views 45,126
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,009 Sq Ft
$212 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Ames High School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Sun or Florida Room

About This Home

Nestled on a serene half-acre wooded lot in the heart of Ames, this incredible solid historic two-story home has been thoughtfully and thoroughly updated while maintaining its timeless charm. Surrounded by mature trees and abundant wildlife, the setting offers a peaceful retreat within walking distance to parks, shops, and Iowa State University. The home's renovations include a remodeled main floor featuring a new kitchen with quartz countertops, appliances, cabinetry, and tiled flooring. All new insulation and drywall were added throughout the main level, ensuring energy efficiency and modern comfort. Enjoy evenings in the cozy den with huge windows overlooking the backyard or unwind on the spacious screened-in back porch. A lovely living room with built in bookshelves and a gas fireplace is a perfect spot to entertain. A spacious room on the main floor was historically an office but can be a second primary bedroom, to accompany the updated bathroom nearby. The second floor has 3 spacious bedrooms with wood floors, big closets and built-in shelves along with an updated full bathroom.The dry unfinished basement has storage, access to the garage and walk out to the back yard. Other updates include a new electrical panel, newer windows, garage doors, exterior siding and paint, new sidewalks, back fencing, and professionally installed drain tile for peace of mind. This home offers a rare blend of historic character, quality updates, and an ideal central location in one of Ames.

Listing Agent

Gina McAndrews

Century 21 Signature Real Esta Listed on: 05/16/2025

Century 21 Signature Real Esta

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,868

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 0.46 Acre Lot
  • Property is zoned RL

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,009 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Screened Porch
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms | 1 Primary Bedroom on Main

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0905427010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,868

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 211.55
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Termite: Call Listing Agent
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Gas Log, Wood
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • First Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Sq Ft Bsmt: 1251
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: Sun Room
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 2009
  • Total Sq Ft: 2009

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Screened Porch
  • Fence Type: Other
  • Foundation: Concrete Block, Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Central
  • Heat: Gas Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Schools

  • School District: Ames

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.4576
  • Lot S F: 19950
  • Lot Shape: Regular
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0905427010
  • Zoning: RL

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 4868.46
  • Net Taxes: 4720.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Ames

Map

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
2024 $4,720 $342,800 $60,900 $281,900
2023 $3,950 $342,800 $60,900 $281,900
2022 $3,900 $243,600 $60,900 $182,700
2021 $4,070 $243,600 $60,900 $182,700
2020 $4,010 $240,000 $60,000 $180,000
2019 $4,010 $240,000 $60,000 $180,000
2018 $4,040 $240,000 $60,000 $180,000
2017 $4,040 $240,000 $60,000 $180,000
2016 $4,614 $270,700 $75,400 $195,300
2015 $4,614 $270,700 $75,400 $195,300
2014 $4,346 $250,600 $69,800 $180,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/05/2025 08/05/25 Price Changed $425,000 -8.6% $212 / Sq Ft
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Price Changed $465,000 -2.1% $231 / Sq Ft
05/16/2025 05/16/25 For Sale $475,000 -- $236 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 718174

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 09-05-427-010