Charming ranch home located directly across from Meeker Elementary and close to shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 894 sq. ft. on the main level plus an additional 606 finished sq. ft. in the basement in 2020, including a non-conforming bedroom that could easily be converted to a 4th bedroom with the addition of a closet. Main-floor laundry adds convenience, while basement hookups remain available. Enjoy the detached screened-in porch overlooking a large, fenced backyard with plenty of privacy. New roof and gutters installed in 2020. Complete with a 1-car detached garage, this home offers great value, flexible living space, and a desirable location.
Sold for $247,000
$247,000
231 20th St, Ames, IA 50010
3beds
894sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1957
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$247,200 Zestimate®
$276/sqft
$1,426 Estimated rent
Home value
$247,200
$235,000 - $260,000
$1,426/mo
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Main-floor laundryDetached screened-in porch
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Listed by:
Jessie Borkowski 515-233-2623,
CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
Bought with:
Jason Jennings, S65309
Friedrich Realty
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 70539
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Basement
Family room
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
- Basement: Sump Pump
Interior area
- Total structure area: 894
- Total interior livable area: 894 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 894
- Finished area below ground: 606
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 139
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0535180140
- Zoning: RL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Other
- 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: $276/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $199,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,444
- Date on market: 6/23/2026
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Sold | $247,000$276/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #70539 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $247,000$276/sqft |
Source: CIBR #70539 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,444 +4.3% | $199,900 +18.6% |
| 2024 | $2,344 +6.4% | $168,500 +2.1% |
| 2023 | $2,202 +1.2% | $165,000 +26.1% |
| 2022 | $2,176 -4.1% | $130,900 |
| 2021 | $2,270 +1.5% | $130,900 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $2,237 -3.3% | $129,000 |
| 2019 | $2,315 +10.2% | $129,000 |
| 2018 | $2,101 +7.9% | $129,000 |
| 2017 | $1,948 +2.5% | $129,000 +7.6% |
| 2016 | $1,900 | $119,900 |
| 2015 | $1,900 +15.7% | $119,900 +7% |
| 2014 | $1,642 | $112,100 +5.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $105,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $105,900 |
| 2011 | $1,502 +2.9% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,460 +7.5% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,358 +3.3% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,314 -0.3% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,318 -1.9% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,344 -0.9% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,356 +0.1% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,354 +4.6% | $103,200 |
| 2003 | $1,294 -11.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,461 +8.3% | $49,188 +5.8% |
| 2001 | $1,349 | $46,475 |
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Neighborhood: Meeker North
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Meeker Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 7/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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- Iowa
- Story County
- Ames
- 50010
- Meeker North
- 231 20th St
