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  • $309,900

    1221 Scott Ave, Ames, IA 50014

    3beds
    1,809sqft
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    $2,312/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1938
    0.29 Acres Lot
    $303,300 Zestimate®
    $171/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Nice front sitting roomTwo main-floor bedroomsNewer pella windowsLarge front deckConvenient kitchenImpressive sidewalk
    NOW GET 5.50 % Special Interest Rate, 5.57% APR! Come see this spacious, well-maintained story-and-a-half home on nearly 1/3 of an acre on the northwest side of Ames, just northwe st of the Iowa State campus, off Ontario Road, and close to Emma McCarthy Lee Park. This home features two main-floor bedrooms, a nice front sitting room, a large living room, a full bath, a convenient kitchen, and an informal dining room with sliders to a large front deck. The original oak flooring runs through most of the main floor. Upstairs, you'll find a nice landing, currently used as an office. The large primary bedroom has his-and-hers closets and features an updated full bath. The lower level features a good-sized family room; the laundry and utility room has an updated tankless water heater; the furnace has the Aprilaire air system, and there is a utility sink. There is a huge storage room. This home has newer Pella windows, a newer roof, siding, fascia, soffit, and gutters. The front yard has some landscaping with several perennials and a magnolia tree that provides wonderful shade for the deck, yard, and house. There is also an impressive sidewalk. Also, just off the front deck is a nice two-car detached garage. The private backyard is fenced in. The home has lots of square footage and strong bones. Truly a convenient setting. Schedule your tour today. This Special 5.5% Interest Rate, 5.57%APR is through BankersTrust here is Ames. See Listing agent for complete details.
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    Listed by:

    Jim Horstman 515-720-7859,

    Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 71466MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      Primary bathroom
      • Level: Upper
      Full bathroom
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Family room
      • Level: Main
      Family room
      • Level: Basement
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Level: Basement
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Office
      • Level: Upper
      Utility room
      • Level: Basement
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Deep Freeze, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Carpet
      • Windows: Window Treatments
      • Basement: Full
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,809
      • Total interior livable area: 1,809 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,162
      • Finished area below ground: 468

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Has garage: Yes
      Lot
      • Size: 0.29 Acres
      • Dimensions: 122 x 104
      • Features: Level
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0905226020
      • Zoning: R
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Foundation: Tile, Block
      Condition
      • Year built: 1938

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Ames

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $171/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $283,300
      • Annual tax amount: $3,604
      • Date on market: 10/7/2026
      • Road surface type: Hard Surface

        Estimated market value

        $303,300

        $288,000 - $318,000

        $2,107/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/7/2026Listed for sale$309,900+19.7%$171/sqft
        Source: CIBR #71466 Report a problem
        6/14/2024Sold$259,000-0.4%$143/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #693477 Report a problem
        6/11/2024Pending sale$260,000$144/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #693477 Report a problem
        5/2/2024Price change$260,000-3.7%$144/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #693477 Report a problem
        4/17/2024Listed for sale$270,000+130.8%$149/sqft
        Source: CIBR #64484 Report a problem
        1/7/2005Sold$117,000$65/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,604 +9.9%$283,300 +14%
        2024$3,280 +19.4%$248,400
        2023$2,746 +1.3%$248,400 +44.3%
        2022$2,712 -4.2%$172,100
        2021$2,832 -3.7%$172,100 +1.5%
        2020$2,941 -3.3%$169,600
        2019$3,043 +3.6%$169,600
        2018$2,938 +5.5%$169,600
        2017$2,784 +2.4%$169,600 +4%
        2016$2,718 $163,100
        2015$2,718 +16.7%$163,100 +9%
        2014$2,330 $149,600 +5.6%
        2013-- $141,700
        2012-- $141,700
        2011$2,122 +2.6%--
        2010$2,068 +6.9%--
        2009$1,934 +3.2%--
        2008$1,874 +1.1%--
        2004$1,854 -3%$137,000
        2003$1,912 -8.8%--
        2002$2,095 +5.7%$69,752 +3.5%
        2001$1,982 $67,406
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50014

        Getting around

        9 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        55 / 100
        Bikeable

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