NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3906 Emerald Dr Ames, IA 50010

Mitchell Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $294,000 - $327,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,178 Sq Ft
$258/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 07, 2025

Last sale price $287,000 $244 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,849/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • No HOA
  • 4-minute walk to Teagarden Park

About This Home

As of January 2025

Welcome to this charming, move-in ready home, perfectly located with quick access to Hwy 69, Hwy 30, and the ISU Research Park. Step inside to find a bright living room where natural light pours in through the large front windows highlighting the beautiful hardwood floors and cozy fireplace. The kitchen has been tastefully updated and offers the perfect space to gather together with friends and family. The master bedroom features a 3/4 bathroom and ample closet space. 2 more bedrooms on the main level as well as another updated three-quarter bathroom will provide comfort and convenience for the whole family. Laundry is currently located on the main floor, but could easily be moved back downstairs to the original hookups if you'd prefer. Speaking of downstairs, you'll love the generous family room with wood-burning fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. The ample storage area is a huge bonus and could also be transformed into an additional bedroom or rec room. Enjoy outdoor living on the large two-tiered deck that overlooks the fenced-in backyard, ideal for play and relaxation. Don't miss out on seeing this home - schedule a showing today! Updates include new roof and gutters in 2017, exterior painted in 2023, new furnace and A/C in 2015, main level flooring replaced in 2021, and kitchen update in 2021.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tony McFarland

Friedrich Iowa Realty License #S62628 Listed on: 10/24/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Brandi Nelson

CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames License #B45390

CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • 10,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned RL

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Block Foundation
  • Wood Trim
  • Passive Radon Mitigation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,178 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

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 0923252010

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Road Frontage Type: Maintained
  • Architectural Style: 1 Story
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • 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
  • Features:Main Floor Laundry2: Yes
  • Features:Sump Pump2: Yes
  • Exterior:Brick: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Features:Deck-Wood: Yes
  • Features:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Exterior Features Fence: Yes
  • Features:Radon Mitigation System - Passive: Yes
  • Terrain:Level: Yes
  • Floor:Hardwood: Yes
  • Foundation:Concrete Block: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Full, Sump Pump
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 297.0
  • Flooring: 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:Two: Yes
  • Fireplace:Wood10: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck-Wood
  • Features:Window Treatment(s): Yes

Garage/Parking

  • General Information:Garage Type2: Attached
  • General Information:Garage Capacity: 2 Car

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

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • General Information:Homeowners Association (HOA): No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ames

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10000.0
  • Parcel #: 0923252010
  • Zoning: RL
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Green Features

  • Green Indoor Air Qlty: Radon Mitigation System - Passive

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 24, 2024
Closed on
Dec 12, 2024
Sold by
Carl And Carol Spencer Revocable Trust and Spencer Carol J
Bought by
Mcsparin Susan and Mcsparin Glenn
Seller's Agent
Tony McFarland
Friedrich Iowa Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brandi Nelson
CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
List Price
$289,900
Sold Price
$287,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-1%
Views
36
Current Estimated Value
$304,168

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,168
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.98%
Original Mortgage
$277,421
Outstanding Balance
$275,248
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$28,920

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 28, 2017
Closed on
Nov 2, 2017
Sold by
Graham Janice J
Bought by
Carl Spencer Revocable Trust and The Carol Spencer Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Nancy Marion
RE/MAX Concepts-Ames
Buyer's Agent
Jon Engelman
Friedrich Iowa Realty/Somerset
List Price
$195,000
Sold Price
$192,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,500
-1.28%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.72%
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
Mcsparin Susan $287,000 None Listed On Document
Carl Spencer Revocable Trust $192,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mcsparin Susan $277,421
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/07/2025 01/07/25 Sold $287,000 -1.0% $244 / Sq Ft
11/07/2024 11/07/24 Pending -- -- --
10/24/2024 10/24/24 For Sale $289,900 +50.6% $246 / Sq Ft
11/06/2017 11/06/17 Sold $192,500 -1.3% $163 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/30/2017 10/30/17 Pending -- -- --
09/28/2017 09/28/17 For Sale $195,000 -- $166 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $3,126 $282,300 $65,000 $217,300
2024 $3,056 $225,700 $41,800 $183,900
2023 $2,664 $225,700 $41,800 $183,900
2022 $2,630 $167,200 $41,800 $125,400
2021 $2,746 $167,200 $41,800 $125,400
2020 $2,704 $164,700 $41,200 $123,500
2019 $2,704 $164,700 $41,200 $123,500
2018 $2,724 $164,700 $41,200 $123,500
2017 $2,724 $164,700 $41,200 $123,500
2016 $2,442 $147,400 $31,700 $115,700
2015 $2,442 $147,400 $31,700 $115,700
2014 $2,366 $140,400 $30,200 $110,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tony McFarland

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Tony McFarland

    Friedrich Iowa Realty

    (712) 333-4516

    8 in this area

    290 Total Sales

    Tony McFarland
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  • Brandi Nelson

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Brandi Nelson

    CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames

    (515) 291-0914

    5 in this area

    75 Total Sales

    Brandi Nelson
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  • Nancy Marion

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Nancy Marion

    RE/MAX

    (515) 291-6359

    4 in this area

    148 Total Sales

    Nancy Marion
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Jon Engelman

    Friedrich Iowa Realty/Somerset

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Map

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 65933

APN: 09-23-252-010

Iowa Story County Ames 50010 Mitchell

3906 Emerald Dr, Ames, IA

Not Listed for Sale

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