If you've been dreaming of walkable downtown living--this is it! This adorable, move-in ready bungalow blends classic charm with modern updates, including a stylish kitchen, updated bath with tile shower, and warm wood floors throughout. Sip your morning coffee in the 3 season front porch, then stroll to downtown Ames for dining, shopping, and entertainment. With updated windows, plumbing, and electrical, plus a detached garage and spacious yard, this home is the perfect mix of comfort and convenience. Ideal for first-time buyers or anyone looking to simplify without sacrificing location!
Sold for $207,000
$207,000
1009 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010
2beds
976sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1928
6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
$207,100 Zestimate®
$212/sqft
$1,138 Estimated rent
Home value
$207,100
$197,000 - $217,000
$1,138/mo
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Detached garageStylish kitchenWarm wood floors throughoutUpdated windowsSpacious yard
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Listed by:
Jason Jennings 515-232-6175,
Friedrich Realty
Bought with:
Patty Meese, S61772
Friedrich Realty
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 70073
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Sunroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 976
- Total interior livable area: 976 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 976
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Lot
- Size: 6,098 sqft
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0903234120
- Zoning: UCRM
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Tile, Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ames
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Sold | $207,000-3.7%$212/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #70073 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $215,000$220/sqft |
Source: CIBR #70073 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,204 +9.7% | $171,600 +12.9% |
| 2024 | $2,010 +3.7% | $152,000 |
| 2023 | $1,938 +1.3% | $152,000 +22.5% |
| 2022 | $1,914 -4.3% | $124,100 |
| 2021 | $2,000 -5.7% | $124,100 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $2,121 -3.3% | $122,300 |
| 2019 | $2,194 +21.1% | $122,300 |
| 2018 | $1,812 +9.3% | $122,300 |
| 2017 | $1,658 +2.5% | $122,300 +21.6% |
| 2016 | $1,618 | $100,600 |
| 2015 | $1,618 +11.3% | $100,600 |
| 2014 | $1,454 | $100,600 +9.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $91,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $91,800 |
| 2011 | $1,340 +2.8% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,304 +7.4% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,214 +3.4% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,174 +1.2% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,160 -1.9% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,182 +7.1% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,104 +0.2% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,102 +4% | $82,400 |
| 2003 | $1,060 -13% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,218 +6.9% | $39,474 +4.7% |
| 2001 | $1,140 | $37,698 |
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Neighborhood: 50010
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Meeker Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 6/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 8/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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