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Sold for $172,000
    • $172,000

    218 16th St, Ames, IA 50010

    3beds
    1,272sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1956
    5,662 Square Feet Lot
    $179,500 Zestimate®
    $135/sqft
    $1,449 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $179,500

    $160,000 - $201,000

    $1,449/mo

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    What's special

    Unfinished basementPrivate third bedroomFully fenced yardFunctional kitchen
    Opportunity Knocks on 16th Street! Bring your toolbox and your vision to this charming 3-bed, 1-bath Ames home with endless potential! The main floor features a cozy living area, functional kitchen, and two bedrooms—perfect for a first-time buyer, investor, or anyone looking to build some sweat equity. Upstairs, you'll find a private third bedroom, ideal for a guest room, office, or creative space. Need more room? The unfinished basement is ready for your ideas—home gym, workshop, or future finish. Outside, enjoy the fully fenced yard, perfect for pups, play, or backyard BBQs. Yes, it needs some TLC—think bathroom refresh, a little paint, and fresh carpet—but that just means you get to make it your own! Don't miss this affordable chance to put your stamp on a solid home in a great central Ames location.

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    Listed by:

    Jason Jennings 515-232-6175,

    Friedrich Iowa Realty

    Bought with:

    Member Non

    CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 67263MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Bedroom
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Upper
    Full bathroom
    • Level: Main
    Family room
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
    Features
    • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Hardwood
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Gas
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,272
    • Total interior livable area: 1,272 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 882

    Property

    Features
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 5,662 Square Feet
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0535376010
    • Zoning: RL
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Foundation: Block, Tile
    Condition
    • Year built: 1956

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Ames

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $135/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $183,800
    • Annual tax amount: $2,688
    • Date on market: 5/1/2025
    • Road surface type: Hard Surface

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/16/2025Sold$172,000-4.4%$135/sqft
    Source: CIBR #67263 Report a problem
    5/14/2025Pending sale$180,000$142/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #717096 Report a problem
    5/1/2025Listed for sale$180,000+36.4%$142/sqft
    Source: CIBR #67263 Report a problem
    1/16/2019Sold$132,000-8.3%$104/sqft
    Source: CIBR #50807 Report a problem
    11/21/2018Listed for sale$143,900+39%$113/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER #50807 Report a problem
    4/27/2007Sold$103,500$81/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,688 +2.3%$183,800 -6%
    2024$2,628 +34.8%$195,500
    2023$1,950 +1.2%$195,500 +56.7%
    2022$1,926 -4.3%$124,800
    2021$2,012 -5.7%$124,800 +1.5%
    2020$2,133 -3.3%$123,000
    2019$2,207 +15.3%$123,000
    2018$1,915 +0%$123,000
    2017$1,914 +2.2%$123,000 +15.7%
    2016$1,872 $106,300
    2015$1,872 +6.8%$106,300
    2014$1,752 $106,300 +6.5%
    2013-- $99,800
    2012-- $99,800
    2011$1,564 +2.4%--
    2010$1,528 +6%--
    2009$1,442 +3.1%--
    2008$1,398 +12.9%--
    2006$1,238 +4%--
    2005$1,190 +100.3%--
    2004$594 -42.8%$92,000
    2003$1,038 -13.2%--
    2002$1,196 +8.2%$40,611 +5.7%
    2001$1,106 $38,429
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    Neighborhood: 50010

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