Off market

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$272,800

234 S Franklin Ave, Ames, IA 50014

5beds

2,074sqft

Single Family Residence

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$272,800 Zestimate^®

$132/sqft

$2,251 Estimated rent

Home value

$272,800

$248,000 - $295,000

$2,251/mo

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What's special

This charming 5 bed, 3 bath home offers a blend of comfort and ease. The home's layout includes two bedrooms and a bathroom on each floor, promoting privacy and ease of living. A finished attic provides additional space for storage or a cozy retreat! Situated just 1.8 miles from Iowa State University, the location is perfect for those affiliated with the campus. The neighborhood offers easy access to public transportation, shopping centers like Ames Plaza, and recreational spots such as Reiman Gardens. Tenant Responsibilities: Electric, Gas, Water, Garbage, Internet/TV, Lawn Care, Snow Removal Tenant Responsibilities: Electric, Gas, Water, Garbage, Internet/TV, Lawn Care, Snow Removal

This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry: In Unit

Features

Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 2,074 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: Detached
Details: Contact manager

Features

Exterior features: Heating system: Forced Air

Details

Parcel number: 0908275130

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Community & neighborhood

Location

Region: Ames

HOA & financial

Other fees

Deposit fee: $2,000
Application fee: $30

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/21/2025	Listing removed	$2,000$1/sqft
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5/15/2025	Listed for rent	$2,000$1/sqft
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3/26/2024	Listing removed	--
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3/12/2024	Listed for rent	$2,000+17.6%$1/sqft
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7/17/2023	Listing removed	--
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6/17/2023	Listed for rent	$1,700-15%$1/sqft
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10/25/2021	Listing removed	--
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10/16/2021	Listed for rent	$2,000+5.3%$1/sqft
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10/8/2021	Listing removed	--
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9/15/2021	Listed for sale	$225,000+72.4%$108/sqft
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2/27/2021	Listing removed	--
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10/14/2020	Listing removed	$1,900$1/sqft
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10/7/2020	Listed for rent	$1,900+5.6%$1/sqft
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11/9/2019	Listing removed	$1,800$1/sqft
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10/15/2019	Listed for rent	$1,800$1/sqft
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11/12/2018	Listing removed	$1,800$1/sqft
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11/5/2018	Listed for rent	$1,800$1/sqft
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12/7/2017	Listing removed	$1,800$1/sqft
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11/21/2017	Listed for rent	$1,800+2.9%$1/sqft
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3/4/2017	Listing removed	$1,750$1/sqft
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2/23/2017	Listed for rent	$1,750$1/sqft
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6/4/2008	Sold	$130,500+4.9%$63/sqft
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8/18/2006	Sold	$124,400$60/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,008 +2.2%	$212,900 +2.7%
2024	$2,944 +9.1%	$207,300
2023	$2,698 +1.2%	$207,300 +29.2%
2022	$2,666 -4.1%	$160,400
2021	$2,780 +1.5%	$160,400 +1.5%
2020	$2,740 -3.3%	$158,000
2019	$2,835 +9.3%	$158,000
2018	$2,594 0%	$158,000
2017	$2,594 +2.3%	$158,000 +9.7%
2016	$2,536	$144,000
2015	$2,536 +12.5%	$144,000 +8.1%
2014	$2,254	$133,200 +3.7%
2013	--	$128,500 +7.2%
2012	--	$119,900
2011	$1,780 +2.7%	--
2010	$1,734 +11.2%	--
2009	$1,560 -2.3%	--
2008	$1,596 +118.3%	--
2004	$731 -42.4%	$98,600
2003	$1,270 -11.5%	--
2002	$1,435 +5.6%	$46,501 +3.4%
2001	$1,359	$44,956