Well cared for 3 bedroom ranch in NE Ames. From the moment you walk in you’ll love the layout of the home. This home features over 1,400 square feet of finished space. On the main level you’ll find a spacious living room with gorgeous hardwood floors. Galley kitchen features ample cabinet space, tile backsplash and farmhouse sink where you can look out the window into your backyard. As you walk down the hall you’ll find 3 spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom. The lower level is finished, providing a second living space with new carpet and laundry area. Don’t miss the outdoor amenities including; a patio, fenced yard, 1 car garage and pizza oven - this is the perfect place to spend your summer nights! Centrally located in Ames, close to schools and shopping.
Sold for $248,000
$248,000
2018 Melrose Ave, Ames, IA 50010
3beds
864sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
8,786 Square Feet Lot
$264,000 Zestimate®
$287/sqft
$1,338 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Ethan Hokel (865)801-1887,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Ro Smith
Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 696287
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 864
- Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 553
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
- Fencing: Chain Link,Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,786 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0534276260
- Zoning: RL
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $287/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $219,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,567
- Date on market: 5/30/2024
- Cumulative days on market: 8 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2024 | Sold | $248,000+0.2%$287/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #696287 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2024 | Pending sale | $247,500$286/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #696287 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $247,500+50.9%$286/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #696287 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,300$2/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2018 | Sold | $164,000-3%$190/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2018 | Pending sale | $169,000$196/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2018 | Listed for sale | $169,000+25.7%$196/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2013 | Sold | $134,500+1.5%$156/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #37306 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2013 | Listed for sale | $132,500+21.6%$153/sqft |
Source: Hunziker & Associates, Realtors #37306 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2005 | Sold | $109,000$126/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,538 +2.3% | $219,600 +18.6% |
| 2024 | $2,482 +2.6% | $185,200 |
| 2023 | $2,418 +1.3% | $185,200 +21.4% |
| 2022 | $2,388 -4.2% | $152,600 |
| 2021 | $2,492 -4.4% | $152,600 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $2,606 +2.6% | $150,300 |
| 2019 | $2,541 +5.5% | $150,300 +6.1% |
| 2018 | $2,408 +6.8% | $141,600 |
| 2017 | $2,254 +2.5% | $141,600 +5.9% |
| 2016 | $2,200 | $133,700 |
| 2015 | $2,200 +14.8% | $133,700 +7% |
| 2014 | $1,916 | $125,000 +5.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $118,100 +18.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $99,900 |
| 2011 | $1,468 +2.8% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,428 +7.4% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,330 +3.3% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,288 -0.2% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,290 -2% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,316 +4.3% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,262 -8.6% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,380 +6% | $93,000 |
| 2003 | $1,302 -2.8% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,339 +3.9% | $43,401 +1.8% |
| 2001 | $1,290 | $42,649 |
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Neighborhood: 50010
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Fellows Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 7/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Ames
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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