This charming 3-bedroom ranch offers comfortable living in a convenient Ames location. Original hardwood floors bring warmth and character to the bright living room, hallway, and bedrooms. The functional kitchen provides generous cabinet and counter space, an informal dining area, and sliding glass doors overlooking the fenced backyard, offering the opportunity to create a deck or patio tailored to your style. A built-in desk nook provides a convenient space for working from home, studying, or staying organized. The full basement offers laundry, storage, and plenty of usable space. The attached garage features a rear overhead door, allowing convenient drive-through access to the backyard--ideal for lawn equipment, trailers, or outdoor projects. Recent improvements include a new refrigerator, washer, dryer, gutters, lighting, and updated faucet fixtures. Situated between historic Downtown Ames and North Ames, this home offers easy access to shopping, dining, parks, a public golf course, and an elementary school just half a block away. Come see the possibilities at 2008 Douglas Avenue!
For sale
$250,000
2008 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA 50010
3beds
968sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1957
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$244,200 Zestimate®
$258/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Informal dining areaOriginal hardwood floorsFenced backyardFunctional kitchenBuilt-in desk nook
- 33 days
- 558
- 15
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Livingston 515-291-0922,
Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames,
Stephanie Livingston 515-233-4450,
Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 70828
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Full bathroom
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Rec room
- Level: Basement
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Deep Freeze, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Concrete
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump
Interior area
- Total structure area: 968
- Total interior livable area: 968 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 968
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 70 x 119
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0535181100
- Zoning: RL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $258/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $211,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,574
- Date on market: 7/27/2026
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
Estimated market value
$244,200
$232,000 - $256,000
$1,447/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000+43.7%$258/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #70828 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2002 | Sold | $174,000$180/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,574 +2.1% | $211,000 +18.9% |
| 2024 | $2,520 +5.1% | $177,400 |
| 2023 | $2,398 +1.3% | $177,400 +24.5% |
| 2022 | $2,368 -4.1% | $142,500 |
| 2021 | $2,470 +1.4% | $142,500 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $2,435 -3.3% | $140,400 |
| 2019 | $2,519 +6.4% | $140,400 |
| 2018 | $2,369 +0% | $140,400 |
| 2017 | $2,368 +2.2% | $140,400 +6.8% |
| 2016 | $2,316 | $131,500 |
| 2015 | $2,316 +13.6% | $131,500 +6.9% |
| 2014 | $2,038 | $123,000 +5.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $116,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $116,100 +6.9% |
| 2004 | $1,610 +7.8% | $108,600 |
| 2003 | $1,494 -2.9% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,539 +4.9% | $49,860 +2.8% |
| 2001 | $1,466 | $48,501 |
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Neighborhood: Meeker North
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