$350,000
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,952 Sq Ft
5,600 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 3, 2026

$179 Per Sq Ft

10% Below List Price

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Den
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • No HOA
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • 2-minute walk to Old Towne Park

About This Home

As of August 2026

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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Traci Jennings

RE/MAX Real Estate Center Listed on: 05/13/2026

RE/MAX Real Estate Center

Last Buyer's Agent

Tobias Brown

Hunziker & Associates, Inc.

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,966

Year Built

  • Built in 1912

Lot Details

  • 5,600 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 40x140

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,952 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area
  • Den
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0902329020

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,966

Year Built

Built in 1912

Lot Details

5,600 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Two Story
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 191.60
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Sp Amt Sq Ft: 179.30
  • Termite: Follow Showing Instructions
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: 2nd Flr Laundry, Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Smoke Detector, Tile Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Second Floor Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Dining Areas, Eat In Kitchen
  • Family Room: 1st Floor
  • Other Rooms: Den, Pantry, See Remarks
  • Included Items: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1952
  • Total Sq Ft: 1952

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Covered Deck, Covered Patio
  • Foundation: Brick, Concrete Block, Tile
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Asphalt
  • Trim: Paint

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 2 Detached
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 2

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1286
  • Lot S F: 5600
  • Lot Size: 40X140
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0902329020
  • Zoning: Res

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: 3965.87
  • Net Taxes: 3966.00

MLS Schools

  • School District: Ames

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 13, 2026
Closed on
Jul 30, 2026
Sold by
Karly Hermanson and Jacob Marti
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Traci Jennings
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Buyer's Agent
Tobias Brown
Hunziker & Associates, Inc.
List Price
$389,000
Sold Price
$350,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$39,000
-10.03%
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
43.62%
Original Mortgage
$255,000
Outstanding Balance
$254,768
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$110,772

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 17, 2020
Closed on
Aug 14, 2020
Sold by
Snider Douglas B
Bought by
Hermanson Karly
Seller's Agent
Paul Livingston
Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
Buyer's Agent
Bill Jennings
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
List Price
$132,500
Sold Price
$135,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,500
1.89%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.33%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 19, 2012
Closed on
May 8, 2013
Sold by
C & C Builders Lc
Bought by
Snider Douglas B
Seller's Agent
Kelli Excell
NextHome Journey
Buyer's Agent
Rebecca Langas
Friedrich Iowa Realty/Somerset
List Price
$109,900
Sold Price
$103,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-5.46%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.66%
Original Mortgage
$83,120
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $135,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $104,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $83,120 New Conventional
Previous Owner $100,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

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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
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 739798

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 09-02-329-020

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