Seller's Agent in 2025
Shawn Brekke
Agency Iowa
(515) 291-5304
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
821 Duff Ave Ames, IA 50010
Historic Old Town Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,641
Sq Ft
5,284
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- No HOA
- Tandem Parking
- Handicap Shower
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Accessible Doors
- 1-minute walk to Old Towne Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Perfect investment opportunity in a prime Ames location! Built in 2015, this unit is rife with rental possibilities and renovation opportunities. This Habitat-built home is completely ADA retrofitted, and is ideal for a buyer with specific handicapped accessible needs, including a walk-in oversized shower, automatic handicap doors, and spacious hallways. Beautiful new LVP flooring has been installed throughout the main level. Parking is located in the back of the home with access to the quiet laneway on the west side; there are 3 designated parking spaces. A beautiful neighborhood park is located 100 yards away, and the hospital and clinic are within walking distance.
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,100
Year Built
- Built in 2014
Parking
- Tandem Parking
Home Design
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,641 Sq Ft Home
- Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Stove
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Accessible Home Design
- Handicap Shower
- Grab Bars
- Low Kitchen Cabinetry
- Accessible Doors
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Fire Pit
Additional Features
- 5,284 Sq Ft Lot
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0902327500
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 4, 2025
Closed on
Jun 11, 2025
Sold by
Cantonwine Jason
Bought by
Kuntala Rashmi and Kondala Chaitanya Kumar
Seller's Agent
Shawn Brekke
Agency Iowa
Buyer's Agent
Brett Mount
Century 21 Signature Real Esta
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$185,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-17.78%
Views
195
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$31,657
Avg. Annual Appreciation
31.93%
Original Mortgage
$175,000
Outstanding Balance
$174,546
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$42,111
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 24, 2014
Sold by
Habitat For Humanity Of Centeral Iowa In
Bought by
Jaspering Shelley
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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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 | $185,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $141,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $138,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $175,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $108,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $106,500 | Stand Alone Second |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/12/2025 06/12/25 | Sold | $185,000 | -8.4% | $113 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/16/2025 04/16/25 | Price Changed | $202,000 | -6.0% | $123 / Sq Ft |
| 03/21/2025 03/21/25 | Price Changed | $214,900 | -4.5% | $131 / Sq Ft |
| 03/04/2025 03/04/25 | For Sale | $225,000 | -- | $137 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,020 | $206,000 | $25,800 | $180,200 |
| 2024 | $2,952 | $226,900 | $25,800 | $201,100 |
| 2023 | $2,690 | $226,900 | $25,800 | $201,100 |
| 2022 | $2,654 | $172,100 | $25,800 | $146,300 |
| 2021 | $2,518 | $172,100 | $25,800 | $146,300 |
| 2020 | $2,476 | $155,000 | $25,000 | $130,000 |
| 2019 | $2,476 | $155,000 | $25,000 | $130,000 |
| 2018 | $2,496 | $155,000 | $25,000 | $130,000 |
| 2017 | $2,496 | $155,000 | $25,000 | $130,000 |
| 2016 | $2,518 | $155,000 | $25,000 | $130,000 |
| 2015 | $2,518 | $155,000 | $25,000 | $130,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Shawn Brekke
-
Brett Mount
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Brett Mount
Century 21 Signature Real Esta
(515) 233-2623
3 in this area
39 Total Sales
Map
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 712837
APN: 09-02-327-500
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