This home is currently listed as a delayed showing. Under no circumstances will any showings be allowed until 10/07 at 9am. The Sellers will not review or accept any proposed offers until the conclusion of the first showing date.
Opportunity awaits with this affordably priced Ames home ready for its next chapter! Whether you're an investor seeking your next flip or a buyer looking to build sweat equity, this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home offers plenty of potential. The main level boasts hardwood floors in the dining room and both bedrooms just waiting to be brought back to life, while the lower level offers an exciting opportunity to create even more living space. A charming brick bar area provides a great starting point for a future family room, recreation space, or entertaining retreat, while the existing third bedroom and half bath are ready for some finishing touches to revitalize them with a little vision and effort. Outside, enjoy a spacious and fenced backyard with a storage shed and covered patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Being sold as-is, this property offers an excellent opportunity to purchase at an attractive price point, make it your own, and capitalize on your time and diligence. Affordable opportunities in Ames are hard to come by, so bring your ideas and discover the potential waiting for you! Schedule your tour today, showings are easy!
For sale
$195,000
1323 Alabama Ln, Ames, IA 50014
3beds
864sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1967
0.25 Acres Lot
$190,400 Zestimate®
$226/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming brick bar areaStorage shedSpacious and fenced backyard
- 14 days
- 917
- 63
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
The Engelman Team 515-232-6175,
Friedrich Realty,
Tony McFarland 515-232-6175,
Friedrich Realty
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 71448
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: Basement
Full bathroom
- Level: Main
Half bathroom
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Basement
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Sump Pump
Interior area
- Total structure area: 864
- Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 864
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0532377070
- Zoning: RL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Block
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: $226/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $223,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,770
- Date on market: 10/2/2026
Estimated market value
$190,400
$181,000 - $200,000
$1,523/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $195,000$226/sqft |
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| 9/8/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/11/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
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| 7/22/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/14/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
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| 7/6/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/4/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,770 +2.1% | $223,900 +17.3% |
| 2024 | $2,712 +2% | $190,900 |
| 2023 | $2,660 +1.2% | $190,900 +20.7% |
| 2022 | $2,628 -4.1% | $158,100 |
| 2021 | $2,740 +1.4% | $158,100 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $2,702 -3.3% | $155,800 |
| 2019 | $2,795 +10.9% | $155,800 |
| 2018 | $2,522 0% | $155,800 |
| 2017 | $2,522 +2.3% | $155,800 +11.3% |
| 2016 | $2,466 | $140,000 |
| 2015 | $2,466 +13.3% | $140,000 +9% |
| 2014 | $2,176 | $128,400 +3.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $124,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $124,000 +12% |
| 2004 | $1,642 +3.1% | $110,700 |
| 2003 | $1,592 -2.9% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,639 +6% | $53,114 +3.8% |
| 2001 | $1,546 | $51,145 |
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