Mike Purcell
Friedrich Realty
(515) 686-6631
83 Total Sales
3 in Historic Old Town
$300K - $468K Price Range
Set w/in Ames' historic district just blocks to Main St., this renovated home offers a rare blend of preserved character, updates, & functionality. Thoughtfully restored by its current owners, the home showcases quality craftsmanship & attention to detail throughout. Inside, you'll find 4 beds, 3 baths, refinished original hardwood floors, solid core original doors, & a timeless renovated kitchen. The main level features 1 bedroom & a remodeled 3/4 bath w/ marble finishes & brushed nickel fixtures. Upstairs includes 3 bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite w/ a walk-in tiled shower, dual vanities, soaking tub, & large walk-in closet w/ built-ins. The upper level also offers an additional full bath & dedicated office/den space. Updates include a brand-new front porch w/ composite decking, updated flooring, paint, fixtures, bathrooms, blown-in insulation added in 2022, & restored original details throughout. Marble & tile finishes, quality updates, & preserved craftsmanship create a timeless feel while honoring the home's historic character. A standout feature is the newly added 2-car garage paired w/ an eco-friendly permeable paver driveway designed for storm water drainage & added curb appeal. Located just steps from downtown Ames, coffee shops, restaurants, & parks, this home offers exceptional walkability. Finding a historic home w/ this level of renovation, a true primary suite, 3 baths, & a 2-car garage is extraordinarily rare.
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Mike Purcell
Friedrich Realty
(515) 686-6631
83 Total Sales
3 in Historic Old Town
$300K - $468K Price Range
Roger Wheeler
CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
(515) 461-6831
324 Total Sales
4 in Historic Old Town
$134K - $250K Price Range
Brett Mount
RE/MAX Concepts-Ames
(515) 305-3680
50 Total Sales
4 in Historic Old Town
$185K - $272K Price Range
Sarah Laaser-Webb
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
(515) 686-6907
138 Total Sales
5 in Historic Old Town
$178K - $365K Price Range
Paul Livingston
Hunziker & Associates, Inc.
(515) 715-4757
99 Total Sales
5 in Historic Old Town
$265K - $430K Price Range
Joseph Bennett
LPT Realty, LLC
(515) 414-8387
102 Total Sales
1 in Historic Old Town
$239,000 Price
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $135,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $104,000 | None Available |
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $83,120 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Unknown |
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/03/2026 08/03/26 | Sold | $350,000 | -6.4% | $179 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/06/2026 07/06/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/28/2026 05/28/26 | Price Changed | $374,000 | -3.9% | $192 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/11/2026 05/11/26 | For Sale | $389,000 | +188.1% | $199 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/29/2020 10/29/20 | Sold | $135,000 | +1.9% | $69 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/29/2020 10/29/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/29/2020 10/29/20 | For Sale | $132,500 | -1.9% | $68 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/18/2020 08/18/20 | Sold | $135,000 | +1.9% | $69 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/24/2020 07/24/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/17/2020 07/17/20 | For Sale | $132,500 | +27.5% | $68 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/10/2013 05/10/13 | Sold | $103,900 | -5.5% | $53 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/12/2013 03/12/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/19/2012 07/19/12 | For Sale | $109,900 | -- | $56 / Sq Ft |
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| 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 | $3,846 | $279,600 | $28,000 | $251,600 |
| 2024 | $2,898 | $273,400 | $54,300 | $219,100 |
| 2023 | $2,862 | $204,000 | $54,300 | $149,700 |
| 2022 | $2,590 | $170,100 | $54,300 | $115,800 |
| 2021 | $2,702 | $155,900 | $39,000 | $116,900 |
| 2020 | $2,664 | $153,600 | $38,400 | $115,200 |
| 2019 | $2,664 | $153,600 | $38,400 | $115,200 |
| 2018 | $2,682 | $153,600 | $38,400 | $115,200 |
| 2017 | $2,682 | $153,600 | $38,400 | $115,200 |
| 2016 | $2,208 | $125,400 | $28,200 | $97,200 |
| 2015 | $2,208 | $125,400 | $28,200 | $97,200 |
| 2014 | $2,252 | $125,400 | $28,200 | $97,200 |
Seller's Agent in 2026
Traci Jennings
RE/MAX
(515) 291-8720
4 in this area
821 Total Sales
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Tobias Brown
Hunziker & Associates, Inc.
(515) 346-1732
1 in this area
30 Total Sales
Seller's Agent in 2020
Paul Livingston
Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
(515) 291-0154
3 in this area
99 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2020
OUTSIDE AGENT
OTHER
12 in this area
5,740 Total Sales
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Bill Jennings
RE/MAX
(515) 232-4663
3 in this area
272 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2020
cia.rets.bjennings
cia.rets.RETS_OFFICE
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 739798
APN: 09-02-329-020
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