Investment opportunity in a convenient central Ames location! This home is an established rental property offering 4 bedrooms, multiple bathrooms, approximately 1,344 square feet of living space, fenced yard, front sunroom, and a functional layout with bedrooms and bath space on both the main and upper levels. Upstairs also offers a secondary kitchenette, adding extra flexibility to the layout. The home features two living areas, a large fenced backyard, storage shed, and parking available from the alley in addition to street parking. Currently tenant occupied with leases in place from now through August 2027, this property offers an attractive opportunity for an investor looking to add an income-producing property to their portfolio. Located within walking distance of Iowa State University, grocery stores, Ames Main Street, and many other nearby amenities. Property is being sold AS IS.
For sale
$190,000
1017 N 2nd St, Ames, IA 50010
4beds
1,344sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1915
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$189,100 Zestimate®
$141/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced yardLarge fenced backyardStorage shedMultiple bathroomsFront sunroom
- 5 days
- 993
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Real Estate Team, Jennings 515-291-8720,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER,
Abigail Jennings-Brant 515-291-1222,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 71474
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Full bathroom
- Level: Main
Full bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,344
- Total interior livable area: 1,344 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 536
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 038324
- Zoning: Res
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $141/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $200,700
- Annual tax amount: $1,828
- Date on market: 10/7/2026
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
Estimated market value
$189,100
$180,000 - $199,000
$1,683/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $190,000+4.4%$141/sqft |
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| 3/3/2026 | Listing removed | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 2/17/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 2/3/2026 | Listing removed | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 1/19/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 12/26/2025 | Listing removed | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 12/12/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,000+33.3%$1/sqft |
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| 3/23/2023 | Sold | $182,000+54.2%$135/sqft |
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| 2/16/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/10/2023 | Price change | $1,500-6.3%$1/sqft |
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| 10/30/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,600+11.1%$1/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2020 | Listing removed | $1,440$1/sqft |
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| 11/7/2019 | Listed for rent | $1,440$1/sqft |
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| 12/11/2018 | Listing removed | $1,440$1/sqft |
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| 11/7/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,440$1/sqft |
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| 6/12/2015 | Sold | $118,000+43.2%$88/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #42349 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2008 | Sold | $82,375$61/sqft |
Source: CIBR #25507 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,828 +2.1% | $200,700 +59.3% |
| 2024 | $1,790 -14.7% | $126,000 |
| 2023 | $2,098 +1.3% | $126,000 +1% |
| 2022 | $2,072 -3.7% | $124,700 |
| 2021 | $2,152 +1.5% | $124,700 +2% |
| 2020 | $2,121 -3.3% | $122,300 |
| 2019 | $2,194 +30.9% | $122,300 |
| 2018 | $1,677 +0.1% | $122,300 |
| 2017 | $1,676 +2.2% | $122,300 +31.4% |
| 2016 | $1,640 | $93,100 |
| 2015 | $1,640 +22.2% | $93,100 +5.1% |
| 2014 | $1,342 | $88,600 +3.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $85,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $85,400 |
| 2010 | $1,206 +7.5% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,122 -6.2% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,196 +0.8% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,186 +15.8% | $79,900 |
| 2003 | $1,024 -2.8% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,054 +2.7% | $34,152 +0.7% |
| 2001 | $1,026 | $33,928 |
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