Just a 10-minute walk to Hilton Coliseum and Jack Trice Stadium, and only 8 minutes to the upcoming indoor aquatic center (opening early 2026), this home is ideally located for investors, tailgaters, or anyone looking to enjoy the best of Ames living.
With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, this home blends classic character with modern updates. Architectural highlights include crown molding, arched openings, and original wood floors.
Upstairs features a beautifully updated full bath with tiled shower, while the lower level offers a fully remodeled 3/4 bath with fresh tile throughout. Additional updates include; new shingles to be installed prior to closing, a new water heater (2020), new stove (2020), updated kitchen flooring, and modern light fixtures.
Enjoy a spacious backyard in a well-established, tree-lined neighborhood, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Basement finish per assessor.
Sold for $262,500
$262,500
117 S Russell Ave, Ames, IA 50010
3beds
1,248sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1940
6,969.6 Square Feet Lot
$270,700 Zestimate®
$210/sqft
$2,013 Estimated rent
Home value
$270,700
$244,000 - $300,000
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Classic characterOriginal wood floorsModern updatesModern light fixturesCrown moldingSpacious backyardWell-established tree-lined neighborhood
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Listed by:
Flanders Team 515-450-9890,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Bought with:
Member Non
CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 68168
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Full bathroom
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,248
- Total interior livable area: 1,248 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 624
- Finished area below ground: 299
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,969 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 0910200070
- Zoning: UCRM
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Block, Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ames
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2025 | Sold | $262,500+5.4%$210/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #68168 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $249,000+84.4%$200/sqft |
Source: CIBR #68168 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2013 | Sold | $135,000-3.5%$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2013 | Listed for sale | $139,900$112/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER #37598 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,728 +2.1% | $221,900 +18% |
| 2024 | $2,672 -0.8% | $188,100 |
| 2023 | $2,694 +1.3% | $188,100 +17.5% |
| 2022 | $2,660 -4.1% | $160,100 |
| 2021 | $2,774 +1.4% | $160,100 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $2,735 -3.3% | $157,700 |
| 2019 | $2,829 +11.2% | $157,700 |
| 2018 | $2,545 0% | $157,700 |
| 2017 | $2,546 +2.3% | $157,700 +11.6% |
| 2016 | $2,488 | $141,300 |
| 2015 | $2,488 +11.8% | $141,300 +5.1% |
| 2014 | $2,226 | $134,500 +6% |
| 2013 | -- | $126,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $126,900 |
| 2011 | $1,990 +2.5% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,942 +5.9% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,834 +3.1% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,778 | -- |
| 2007 | $1,778 -2.2% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,818 +4.6% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,738 -0.1% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,740 +15.8% | $117,300 |
| 2003 | $1,502 -10.3% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,674 +4.8% | $54,251 +2.7% |
| 2001 | $1,597 | $52,832 |
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Neighborhood: Oak-Riverside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Edwards Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 3 mi
- 6/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.3 mi
- 8/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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