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Pending
    • Price cut: $11K (10/13)
    $389,000

    19516 515th Ave, Ames, IA 50014

    3beds
    1,066sqft
    : 
    $2,875/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1987
    1.33 Acres Lot
    $379,100 Zestimate®
    $365/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Opportunities like this don’t come along often! Tucked among mature trees on 1.33 acres in North Ames and located in the Gilbert School District, this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath walkout home offers privacy, space and turn-key living just minutes from everything Ames has to offer. Meticulously maintained and extensively updated, this home is ready for you to move in and enjoy! Loads of natural light fill the interior. The remodeled kitchen features new cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a large island perfect for prep, storage and gathering. Both bathrooms have been beautifully renovated, with fresh paint, new flooring, lighting, doors and hardware throughout. The fully finished walkout lower level features a cozy gas fireplace and plenty of space for a family room or entertaining. Major improvements include a new roof and windows (2023), sliding glass doors (2023), front and garage doors (2024), exterior paint and new asphalt driveway (2026). The HVAC has been extensively serviced and upgraded with 3 comfort zones and smart thermostats. The insulated, sheet-rocked 2-car garage is heated with a new furnace. Outside, enjoy over an acre with mature trees, garden space, storage shed, grape arbor and a deck perfect for taking in the birds and wildlife. Beautifully updated, privately situated and ready to be loved by its next owners!
    22 days
    167
    2

    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Sherry Hosteng (515)232-4663,

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 749377MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      Features
      • Dining Area
      • Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,066
      • Total interior livable area: 1,066 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 700

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Heated Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Patio
      • Exterior features: Deck, Patio, Storage
      Lot
      • Size: 1.33 Acres
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage
      • Parcel number: 0520325180

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Resale
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1987

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Ames

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $365/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $279,900
      • Annual tax amount: $3,450
      • Date on market: 9/17/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 53 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Gravel

        Estimated market value

        $379,100

        $360,000 - $398,000

        $1,744/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/19/2026Pending sale$389,000$365/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #749377 Report a problem
        10/13/2026Price change$389,000-2.8%$365/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #749377 Report a problem
        9/17/2026Listed for sale$400,000+45.5%$375/sqft
        Source: CIBR #71317 Report a problem
        3/11/2022Sold$275,000+25%$258/sqft
        Source: CIBR #59186 Report a problem
        1/10/2022Pending sale$220,000$206/sqft
        Source: CIBR #59186 Report a problem
        1/6/2022Listed for sale$220,000$206/sqft
        Source: CIBR #59186 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,532 +6.1%$279,900 +2%
        2024$3,330 +25%$274,400
        2023$2,664 +8%$274,400 +52.4%
        2022$2,466 -7%$180,100
        2021$2,652 -6.1%$180,100
        2020$2,825 -4.3%$180,100
        2019$2,951 +0.5%$180,100 +2.5%
        2018$2,936 +5.2%$175,700
        2017$2,792 +2.6%$175,700 -0.5%
        2016$2,722 $176,500
        2015$2,722 +16.7%$176,500
        2014$2,332 $176,500 +9.3%
        2013-- $161,500 -1.7%
        2012-- $164,300
        2011$2,572 +3%$164,300 -9.8%
        2010$2,496 +3.8%$182,200
        2009$2,404 +4.6%$182,200 +0.1%
        2008$2,298 +0.8%$182,100
        2007$2,280 -1.6%--
        2006$2,316 -3.8%--
        2005$2,408 +4.3%--
        2004$2,308 -1.8%$173,400
        2003$2,350 -5.9%--
        2002$2,498 +0.6%$87,995 -1.4%
        2001$2,485 $89,236
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50014

        Getting around

        2 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        27 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Gilbert

        Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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