$256,000
SOLD MAR 13, 2026

826 Duff Ave Ames, IA 50010

Brandshell Neighborhood
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,969 Sq Ft
10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 13, 2026

$130 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

75 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Mud Room
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Great Room
  • No HOA
  • 1-minute walk to Old Towne Park

About This Home

As of March 2026

Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home near Old Town Ames. Situated on a spacious corner lot just blocks from historic downtown, this classic residence blends character with some thoughtful updates. Inside, you'll find a modern kitchen, hardwood floors, and built-ins that add both warmth and functionality. The main-floor primary suite provides convenience and privacy, while the covered front porch invites you to relax and enjoy the neighborhood. A detached two-car garage is the perfect complement to this well-maintained property — offering charm, character and proximity to downtown shopping, dining, and the heart of Ames.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joel Sullivan

Friedrich Realty License #S695410 Listed on: 11/18/2025

Co-Listed By

Jason Jennings

Friedrich Realty License #S65309

Last Buyer's Agent

Beth Skluzacek

CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 9,880 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Stone Foundation
  • Wood Trim
  • Masonite

Interior Spaces

  • 1,969 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Great Room
  • Dining Room
  • Utility Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

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 09-02-400-220

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

9,880 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Road Surface Type: Hard Surface
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 318000008
  • Co List Office Phone: 515-232-6175
  • Directions: Located at the SE corner of Duff and 9th St. Use GPS. Park on north side of the house on 9th St.
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Appliances Microwave: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Water Heater:Gas: Yes
  • Floor:Tile2: Yes
  • Floor:Vinyl2: Yes
  • Features:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Terrain:Level: Yes
  • Foundation:Brick2: Yes
  • Foundation:Stone2: Yes
  • Floor:Hardwood: Yes
  • Exterior:Aluminum: Yes
  • Exterior:Masonite: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range
  • Has Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Basement:Full2: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished2: Yes
  • Interior Trim:Wood11: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding, Masonite
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar, Stone, Tile
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • General Information:Garage Type2: Detached

Utilities

  • 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: 9880.0
  • Parcel #: 09-02-400-220
  • Zoning: Res

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/13/2026 03/13/26 Sold $256,000 -4.5% $130 / Sq Ft
02/01/2026 02/01/26 Pending -- -- --
12/18/2025 12/18/25 Price Changed $268,000 -3.6% $136 / Sq Ft
11/18/2025 11/18/25 For Sale $278,000 +47.1% $141 / Sq Ft
03/23/2018 03/23/18 Sold $189,000 0.0% $96 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/22/2018 02/22/18 Pending -- -- --
01/16/2018 01/16/18 For Sale $189,000 -- $96 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

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 -- $245,500 $49,400 $196,100
2024 -- $163,900 $0 $0
2023 -- $163,900 $0 $0
2022 $0 $163,900 $0 $0
2021 $2,898 $163,900 $0 $0
2020 $0 $161,500 $0 $0
2019 $2,898 $161,500 $40,400 $121,100
2018 $2,820 $161,500 $40,400 $121,100
2017 $2,820 $161,500 $40,400 $121,100
2016 $2,120 $120,400 $33,300 $87,100
2015 $2,120 $120,400 $33,300 $87,100
2014 $2,164 $120,400 $33,300 $87,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joel Sullivan

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Joel Sullivan

    Friedrich Realty

    (515) 290-8385

    1 in this area

    30 Total Sales

    Joel Sullivan
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  • Jason Jennings

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026

    Jason Jennings

    Friedrich Realty

    (515) 450-4404

    1 in this area

    137 Total Sales

    Jason Jennings
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    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Beth Skluzacek

    CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS

    (515) 296-4680

    3 in this area

    3,434 Total Sales

    Beth Skluzacek
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  • Steve Bock

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Steve Bock

    RE/MAX

    (515) 231-1899

    220 Total Sales

    Steve Bock
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  • Roger Wheeler

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Roger Wheeler

    CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames

    (515) 249-0107

    329 Total Sales

    Roger Wheeler
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Map

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 68950

APN: 09-02-400-220

Iowa Story County Ames 50010 Brandshell

826 Duff Ave, Ames, IA

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