This well-sized 5-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home offers classic mid-century charm with plenty of space and opportunity to make it your own. Some updates are needed, making this an excellent option for buyers looking for the possibility to build equity and customize finishes to their taste. Inside, you'll find a functional layout featuring a dedicated dining space as well as an eat-in kitchen. The main living areas provide a comfortable flow with generous room sizes throughout. Enjoy three-season living with a screened porch overlooking the backyard, perfect for relaxing evenings or morning coffee. The large, mostly fenced backyard offers plenty of space for pets, play, gardening, or future outdoor improvements.Located near a public golf course and an amazing city park, this home offers easy access to recreation, green space, and community amenities. Schedule your showing today!
Pending
Price cut: $13K (7/31)
$316,000
2216 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
4beds
2,956sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
0.27 Acres Lot
$307,500 Zestimate®
$107/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Dedicated dining spaceLarge mostly fenced backyardClassic mid-century charmEat-in kitchenFunctional layout
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Meese, Patricia (515)232-6175,
Friedrich Realty
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 743119
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,956
- Total interior livable area: 2,956 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 921
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0535176090
- Zoning: RL
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding, Stone
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- 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: $107/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $407,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,984
- Date on market: 6/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 71 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$307,500
Estimated sales range
$292,000 - $323,000
Rent Zestimate®
$1,934/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Pending sale | $316,000$107/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Price change | $316,000-4%$107/sqft |
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| 7/11/2026 | Price change | $329,000-2.9%$111/sqft |
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| 6/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $339,000+94.8%$115/sqft |
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| 5/18/1995 | Sold | $174,000$59/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,836 -1.8% | $407,000 +13.9% |
| 2024 | $4,926 +19.6% | $357,300 |
| 2023 | $4,120 +1.3% | $357,300 +40.8% |
| 2022 | $4,068 -4.2% | $253,800 |
| 2021 | $4,246 -2.1% | $253,800 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $4,335 -3.3% | $250,000 |
| 2019 | $4,486 +10.6% | $250,000 |
| 2018 | $4,055 +3.9% | $250,000 |
| 2017 | $3,902 +2.4% | $250,000 +11.1% |
| 2016 | $3,810 | $225,100 |
| 2015 | $3,810 +14.4% | $225,100 +7% |
| 2014 | $3,330 | $210,400 +5.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $198,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $198,700 |
| 2011 | $2,878 +2.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,806 +6.6% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,632 +3.2% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,550 -1.8% | -- |
| 2004 | $2,596 +1.6% | $183,200 |
| 2003 | $2,554 -7.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $2,757 +4.5% | $89,333 +2.4% |
| 2001 | $2,639 | $87,267 |
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Neighborhood: Meeker North
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Meeker Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 7/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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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