Welcome—this home offers an ideal blend of location, convenience, and comfortable living in Ames. Situated in the Fellows Elementary School district near Ames High, it’s minutes from amenities, including CyRide bus stops at Stange and 24th. Enjoy a walkable, bike- and kid-friendly neighborhood in a quiet setting. This well-maintained, extensively updated 2-story home features 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and 1,744 sq ft above grade, plus a finished basement—offering ample space to live, work, and entertain. The main level includes a comfortable living area, functional kitchen with premium Bosch and LG appliances, and informal dining. Updates include durable, waterproof CoreLuxe flooring, updated trim, and a sliding door for added light and function. Upstairs are three generously sized bedrooms, including a primary suite with a ¾ bath. The finished lower level adds valuable space—ideal for a family room, rec area, or home office—plus an additional bathroom. Improvements for comfort and efficiency include a high-performance HRV system, new HVAC and A/C, and a 2025 water heater. The roof was replaced in 2023, offering added peace of mind and potential insurance savings. Step outside to a fully fenced yard and wood deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Additional features include a 2-car attached garage, central air, forced air heating, central vacuum, and ceiling fans.
Move-in ready ranch in the heart of Ames! Welcome to 415 S Walnut Avenue, a charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offering comfortable main-level living, fresh updates, and a convenient central location near S. Duff businesses, dining, and the Main Street District. With 980 square feet on the main level plus a partially finished basement, this home offers more space and flexibility than meets the eye. Inside, you will find attractive LVP flooring, updated countertops, refreshed cabinetry, fresh interior paint, an eat-in kitchen, and included appliances for added convenience. The lower level expands the living potential with an oversized family room area, half bath, and abundant storage—perfect for hobbies, guests, movie nights, or a future personalized retreat. Sitting on a generous 9,432-square-foot lot, the property also features an open patio, carport, concrete driveway, city water and sewer, central air, natural gas forced-air heat, and a durable asphalt shingle roof. A current City Letter of Compliance is on file, adding peace of mind for buyers and investors alike. Vacant, easy to show by appointment, and full of opportunity—this Ames ranch is ready for its next owner!
Great 4-bedroom, 4-bath, with 3 car garage, 2 story home in the Gilbert school District. This home has an open family room with fireplace to the kitchen with Granite countertops and sliders to covered deck and back yard. Upper level has large Primary bedroom with trayed ceiling and Primary bath. Upper-level laundry. Check out the added bedroom and finished space in the lower level make for over 3,000 finished sq. ft. of living space. This is a must to see home!
Proposed new 4-bedroom, 3-bath home where natural light from southern exposure warms your day through expansive picture windows, showcasing high-quality finishes throughout. A large front entry welcomes guests, and the open front porch invites connection with the quiet neighborhood. The bright, airy interior features engineered wood flooring, quartz countertops in the kitchen and baths, and a gourmet kitchen with a 5-burner gas stove, vented hood fan, walk-in pantry and large kitchen island. The spacious master suite includes transom windows for added light and privacy, a walk-in tiled shower, and soaking tub for ultimate relaxation. Direct access to the covered deck from the dining area?perfect for peaceful mornings or evening wind-downs. The daylight basement expands your living space with 2 bedrooms, spacious family room and multiple daylight windows. The wet bar adds a great dimension for hosting friends. The oversized 828 SF finished 3-car garage offers ample storage and complete with a keypad for easy access. Additional conveniences include pre-plumbing for radon mitigation and a walkable location just steps from Ada Hayden. Located in the award-winning Gilbert school district! This home blends elegance, functionality, and location, your ideal next chapter starts here.
Located on Beautiful Ashmore drive, 2110 Ashmore welcomes you! Vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, rich hardwood floors, and a striking floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace that anchors the living space with warmth and character, are just some of the classic mid-century features this home offers. Large picture windows and sliding glass doors invite the outside in, showcasing a beautifully designed, meticulously maintained landscape filled with mature evergreens, perennial gardens, and natural, organic styling that's both peaceful and unique. Inside, thoughtful features elevate daily living: Main-level laundry and a convenient half bath off the garage, primary suite retreat with vaulted ceiling, spacious walk-in closet, and private en-suite bath, a third spacious main-floor room perfect for an office, workout space, or creative studio with large sliding doors to the backyard. In 2012-13, the main level was completely renovated, including a full kitchen and baths remodel, oak flooring, all new windows, roof, gutters and new carpet. Additional updates include; Exterior paint and gutter system (2017), Furnace and heat pump (2010), fenced yard.
Nestled atop a hill on a 4-acre private, wooded lot, 4882 Copperstone Drive offers over 6,000 square feet of meticulously crafted living space. This stately red brick residence blends timeless elegance with modern luxury, showcasing custom cherry woodwork and soaring ceilings. The chef’s kitchen is a showpiece—equipped with Wolf appliances, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, granite countertops, dual sinks, a walk-in pantry, and a spacious island ideal for entertaining. The open-concept living area features coffered ceilings, large windows framing wooded views, and a stone fireplace. The main-level primary suite offers tray ceilings, private patio access, dual walk-in closets, and a spa-style bath with dual vanities and soaking tub. Upstairs, two spacious bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bath, along with a home office and an open balcony that adds architectural flair. The finished walk-out lower level includes a full kitchenette (oven, range, microwave, full-size fridge), exercise room, and seamless backyard access. Step outside to your entertainer’s paradise—featuring an outdoor kitchen with built-in Lynx grill, mini fridge, and a serene, wooded backdrop. With three furnaces (including garage heat), two AC units, refreshed landscaping, and quality at every turn, this is a rare chance to own one of Ames’ most distinguished homes.
Townhome with 1,800+ finished sq ft in Bloomington Heights, north Ames, and Gilbert School District. Open north-facing views with direct access to Ada Hayden trails. Main level: open layout, vaulted ceilings, LVP floors, kitchen with pantry and peninsula, half bath, 2-car attached garage. Upstairs: large primary with walk-in closet, dual-access bath with double sinks, second bedroom, laundry. Finished basement: third bedroom, ¾ bath, additional living space. New roof (2024), and A/C. All appliances included.
Located at Ames, Iowa, 209 S. Kellogg Avenue offers a spacious layout with 4 bedrooms plus a 5th nonconforming bedroom, providing flexible space for guests, an office, or hobbies. The home includes an accessible bathroom and an accessible entrance from the garage. The alley access garage is newly built and paired with a new driveway. There is an additional concrete parking pad that fits two more vehicles at the rear entrance. The property offers plenty of interior space and a practical layout, and the location is close to downtown and easily walkable to nearby shops, restaurants, and services.
This beautifully crafted home, custom built by renowned local builder, Tasteful Homes, offers quality you can feel the moment you walk in. Experience efficient, year round comfort with geothermal HVAC and rest easy knowing the roof and siding were newly installed in 2023. This home features 4BR's, 3.5 bathrooms, 10' main floor ceilings, and a finished lower level with theater system and a full bar. Upon entering the home you will notice the grand two-story foyer with beautiful crystal chandelier and 8' Therma-Tru front door with sidelights. Immediately to the left is a formal dining room with trayed ceilings, trim details and formal style light fixtures on ceiling and wall. From there you'll walk into the impressive kitchen with floor to ceiling cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, expansive kitchen island and eat up breakfast bar area. With an informal dining and adjacent coffee/wine bar. You'll marvel at the living room that is flanked with large southern exposure windows, gas fireplace and built-in cabinetry on both sides. Hardwood floors in the foyer, kitchen, informal dining and living room! Also on the main level is a formal living room, 1/2 bath and laundry room. The upper level boasts three bedrooms. The primary suite is the perfect homeowner's suite with ample space for large furniture, in-room seating and/or table/desk area. Assessed value does not include the finished basement.
1916 character meets thoughtful modern updates in this beautifully renovated historic home. Set on a generous 1/3-acre lot, the property features a full privacy fence, two-car garage with brand-new doors, and additional off-alley parking pad - amenities rarely found together in homes of this era. Extensive updates include a new roof, exterior/interior paint, new flooring throughout, and fully updated electrical system w/ new wiring, outlets, and switches. The home also boasts new interior doors, completely remodeled kitchen, and new full bathroom, making this residence truly move-in ready. Sunlight fills the home through windows on every side, offering bright living spaces and peaceful views of the expansive yard. All windows are outfitted w/ new easy-glide roller shades, while the home's gorgeous original woodwork and trim preserve its historic charm. Enjoy added living space in the inviting fireplace room, where the fireplace has already been inspected and is ready to warm winter evenings. A brand-new deck extends your entertaining options, and the screened porch on the southeast corner of the home provides a protected, three-season retreat overlooking the yard. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms equipped with blackout blinds, including the largest bedroom featuring a sleeping porch and bonus area. A walk-up attic offers convenient additional storage. This rare combination of historic character, modern updates, ample parking, and outdoor space truly sets this home apart.
Welcome to your new fully renovated home! This beautifully updated home blends classic character with modern comfort. This move in ready 2 story features numerous renovations throughout, including paint, flooring, electric, plumbing and more offering both style and peace of mind. Major mechanicals have been thoughtfully updated, including a newer furnace and A/C, ensuring year round comfort. Step inside to discover bright living spaces, fresh finishes, and an inviting layout perfect for entertaining or everyday living. The updated kitchen offers plenty of storage and prep space plus new appliances to be installed soon, while the bathrooms have been remodeled with modern fixtures and amenities. Outside, enjoy a spacious yard ideal for gardening, play, or relaxing evenings on the patio. And the oversized 2+ car garage offers tons of space, insulated for year round use and it’s own separate electrical panel. Located just minutes from Iowa State University, downtown Ames, shopping, entertainment and local parks, this home offers unbeatable convenience and timeless charm. Call to see today!
Plan (Fremont). Introducing the beautifully designed Fremont ranch plan by Destiny Homes in Sunset Ridge community in west Ames-- now available with a finished basement for added space and versatility. This thoughtfully crafted home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms on the main level, with 1321 square feet of open-concept living. The spacious kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring quartz countertops, a center island perfect for gathering, and a convenient corner pantry. The adjoining living room is filled with natural light from two oversized windows and anchored by a cozy electric fireplace. The main-level primary suite provides a private retreat, complete with a walk-in closet, dual vanity, and shower. Downstairs, the finished lower level expands your living space by an additional 727 square feet, including a fourth bedroom, full bath, generous family room, and ample storage space -- ideal for guests, hobbies, or entertaining. Additional highlights include: 2-year builder warranty for added peace of mind. Up to $2,000 in closing cost assistance from a preferred lender. Valuable Ames Tax Abatement savings. Home is complete. Stylish, functional, and move-in ready -- this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and value.
Plan (Eastham). Welcome home to the beautifully crafted Eastham plan by Destiny Homes, located in Sunset Ridge in west Ames. This brand-new two-story home offers 1,578 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space that perfectly blends comfort, style, and functionality. With 3 spacious bedrooms and 2.5 baths, the open-concept main level is ideal for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The expansive living area flows seamlessly into a bright, bumped-out dining space and a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring quartz countertops, a large center island, and sleek modern cabinetry. Sliding glass doors extend your living space outdoors, creating the perfect setting for gatherings or relaxing evenings at home. Upstairs, the primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a generous walk-in closet and an elegant ensuite bath showcasing a double vanity. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath provide ample space for family, guests, or a home office. Additional highlights include: $2,000 in closing cost assistance when using the preferred lender. Valuable Ames Tax Abatement benefits. Home is complete and move-in ready. This is your opportunity to own a beautifully finished new construction home. Schedule your showing today!
Step into unmatched luxury at 4408 Cochrane Parkway in Ames, an extraordinary estate offering over 12,000 finished sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space on a 1.5-acre private lot. This one-of-a-kind ranch-style home with an upper loft blends elegance, comfort, and function in every detail. Soaring high ceilings and expansive rooms welcome you in, while massive bedrooms provide private retreats throughout. The home features two full kitchens, including an entertainer's kitchen with top-tier appliances and abundant prep space, plus a formal dining room perfect for gatherings. The upper loft makes an ideal home office, library, or quiet study with views over the main living space. Unwind or entertain in true resort fashion with an indoor pool and hot tub, a home theater, and a wet bar on the lower level. Wellness is built in with a fully outfitted home gym, while outdoor living is elevated with a covered patio and exterior kitchen, all surrounded by mature trees offering serene privacy. This rare offering is a private retreat and entertainer's dream luxurious, expansive, and set in one of Ames most desirable neighborhoods. All information obtained from seller and public records.
Ames is located in Iowa. Ames, Iowa has a population of 65,522. Ames is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 31.21% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 33.61%.
The median household income in Ames, Iowa is $54,339. The median household income for the surrounding county is $62,578 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Ames is 23.4 years.
The average high temperature in July is 84.1 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 10.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 35.7 inches per year, with 29.6 inches of snow per year.
