Welcome home to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch located in a quiet, established neighborhood in West Ames. Built in 1967, this home has been lovingly cared for and features a newer roof, a new water heater, and replacement windows installed approximately 10 years ago. The functional floor plan offers comfortable living spaces, along with the convenience of a 2-car attached garage. Step outside to a beautifully landscaped backyard that provides exceptional privacy, where mature trees and thoughtful landscaping create a peaceful outdoor setting that's hard to find. The spacious deck with a pergola is the perfect place to relax, entertain friends, or enjoy your morning coffee. Conveniently located just minutes from Iowa State University, West Ames shopping, restaurants, parks, and other amenities, with easy access to Highway 30 for an easy commute. This move-in ready home offers the perfect combination of comfort, privacy, and location while providing an excellent opportunity for a buyer to add their own personal style and touches over time.
For sale
$272,000
1019 Arkansas Ave, Ames, IA 50014
3beds
1,195sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,937/mo
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1967
10,018 Square Feet Lot
$266,200 Zestimate®
$228/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Functional floor planExceptional privacyReplacement windowsMature treesNewer roofBeautifully landscaped backyardThoughtful landscaping
- 10 days |
- 1,360 |
- 65 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mike Purcell 515-232-6175,
Friedrich Realty
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 70733
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Half bathroom
- Level: Main
Full bathroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Basement
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Deep Freeze, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,195
- Total interior livable area: 1,195 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,195
- Finished area below ground: 563
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0905106030
- Zoning: RL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $228/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $280,100
- Annual tax amount: $3,298
- Date on market: 7/15/2026
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
Estimated market value
$266,200
$253,000 - $280,000
$1,708/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $272,000$228/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #70733 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,298 -0.7% | $280,100 +11.5% |
| 2024 | $3,320 +15% | $251,300 |
| 2023 | $2,886 +1.3% | $251,300 +39.3% |
| 2022 | $2,850 -4.2% | $180,400 |
| 2021 | $2,974 -3.5% | $180,400 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $3,082 -3.3% | $177,700 |
| 2019 | $3,188 +9.3% | $177,700 |
| 2018 | $2,918 +5.6% | $177,700 |
| 2017 | $2,764 +2.4% | $177,700 +9.7% |
| 2016 | $2,700 | $162,000 |
| 2015 | $2,700 +14.1% | $162,000 +9% |
| 2014 | $2,366 | $148,600 +3.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $143,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $143,800 |
| 2011 | $2,156 +2.7% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,100 +6.8% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,966 +3.3% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,904 +2.5% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,858 -2% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,896 +5.9% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,790 +100.2% | -- |
| 2004 | $894 -50.7% | $128,700 |
| 2003 | $1,812 -9.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,993 +5.1% | $64,584 +2.9% |
| 2001 | $1,897 | $62,735 |
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Neighborhood: 50014
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Abbie Sawyer Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
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