Seller's Agent in 2025
Heather Helland
RE/MAX
(515) 669-1763
2 in this area
131 Total Sales
535 Forest Glen St Ames, IA 50014
Oak-Wood-Forest Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,475
Sq Ft
0.49
Acres
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Tudor Architecture
- Sun or Florida Room
- Ames High School Rated A-
- 2 Fireplaces
- No HOA
About This Home
As of August 2025Don't miss this historic English Tudor home that offers Old World charm paired with modern updates. Built in 1927, the home has 4 bedrooms, 3 updated bathrooms, a four-season sunroom, updated spacious white kitchen, formal dining room, formal living room with fireplace and a library/family room with a second fireplace and built-in bookshelves. The home, with 3144 sq ft finished, has been meticulously maintained and its original features well-preserved. Maple and hardwood floors throughout home. Second floor has 3/4 inch oak flooring under carpet. The recently updated bathrooms have heated floors. The lower level has a laundry room, huge cedar closet, a fifth non-conforming bedroom, utilities and ample storage. The park-like exterior is private and well-landscaped with flowering perennials, mature trees, fenced backyard, irrigation, covered deck and open brick patio. The home, 3-car garage, as well as the drive were built with pavers from the Old Lincoln Highway. Nestled on a half acre lot in one of Ames' most coveted neighborhoods and yet a short walk to the Iowa State campus. Low utilities and a new roof in 2023. Don't miss this one.
All information obtained from seller and public records.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,642
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 0.49 Acre Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Irrigation
Home Design
- Tudor Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2,475 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Shades
- Drapes & Rods
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Library
- Sun or Florida Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
- Finished Basement
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Covered Deck
- Patio
Utilities
- Central Air
- Hot Water Heating System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0905427080
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 5, 2025
Closed on
Jul 30, 2025
Sold by
Achilles And Dilys Avraamides Revocable and Avraamides Achilles C
Bought by
Miguez Fernando and Toth Amy
Seller's Agent
Heather Helland
RE/MAX Precision
Buyer's Agent
Ben Engelman
Friedrich Iowa Realty
List Price
$599,500
Sold Price
$585,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,500
-2.42%
Views
98
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.95%
Original Mortgage
$468,000
Outstanding Balance
$466,385
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$114,327
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 1999
Sold by
Avraamides Achilles C and Morris Dilys E
Bought by
Achilles And Dilys Avraamides Revocable Trust and Avraamides
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $585,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $468,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $90,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/01/2025 08/01/25 | Sold | $585,000 | -2.4% | $236 / Sq Ft |
| 07/15/2025 07/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | For Sale | $599,500 | 0.0% | $242 / Sq Ft |
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2025 06/18/25 | Price Changed | $599,500 | -7.8% | $242 / Sq Ft |
| 06/05/2025 06/05/25 | For Sale | $650,000 | -- | $263 / Sq Ft |
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $5,682 | $417,500 | $83,900 | $333,600 |
| 2023 | $5,494 | $417,500 | $83,900 | $333,600 |
| 2022 | $5,424 | $335,400 | $83,900 | $251,500 |
| 2021 | $5,662 | $335,400 | $83,900 | $251,500 |
| 2020 | $5,576 | $330,400 | $82,600 | $247,800 |
| 2019 | $5,576 | $330,400 | $82,600 | $247,800 |
| 2018 | $5,618 | $330,400 | $82,600 | $247,800 |
| 2017 | $5,618 | $330,400 | $82,600 | $247,800 |
| 2016 | $6,842 | $397,200 | $78,100 | $319,100 |
| 2015 | $6,842 | $397,200 | $78,100 | $319,100 |
| 2014 | $6,450 | $367,700 | $72,300 | $295,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Heather Helland
-
Ben Engelman
B
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ben Engelman
Friedrich Iowa Realty
(303) 408-1422
1 in this area
51 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 719612
APN: 09-05-427-080
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