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  • $359,000

    2944 Monroe Dr, Ames, IA 50010

    4beds
    2,482sqft
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    $2,582/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1971
    0.28 Acres Lot
    $352,000 Zestimate®
    $145/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Welcome to this impeccably maintained ranch home in North Ames, where extensive updates provide peace of mind and make it truly move-in ready. Offering 4 bedrooms--3 on the main level and 1 in the finished walkup lower level--this home provides plenty of space for family, guests, or a home office. The primary suite features a private ¾ bath, while the formal dining room, bright family room, and inviting living room with a fireplace offer warm, comfortable spaces for everyday living and entertaining. The beautiful knotty-pine, three-season sunroom overlooks the professionally landscaped backyard, creating the perfect place to enjoy Iowa's changing seasons.The galley kitchen is ideally situated between the dining area and the outdoor deck, making indoor and outdoor entertaining effortless. Recent interior updates include luxury vinyl flooring and trim throughout the main level, a sliding glass door to the deck, a front door, and water heater in 2023. The exterior has been updated as well providing low maintenance living for years to come. The finished walkup lower level adds valuable living space with a large family room, a fourth bedroom, and flexible space ideal for recreation, hobbies, or home office. An active radon mitigation system in in place. The walkup basement offers access to the backyard, another standout feature seamlessly connecting the indoor and outdoor living spaces.This home is within the Fellows Elementary School District. Schedule your private showing today!
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    Listed by:

    Tibben, Kristen (515)232-6175,

    Friedrich Realty

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 745819MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Heating
      • Gas, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      Features
      • Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
      • Flooring: Carpet
      • Basement: Daylight,Walk-Out Access
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,482
      • Total interior livable area: 2,482 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 998

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Deck
      • Fencing: Chain Link
      Lot
      • Size: 0.28 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0527358060
      • Zoning: RL

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Resale
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1971

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Ames

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $145/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $332,500
      • Annual tax amount: $4,630
      • Date on market: 7/24/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 42 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

        $352,000

        $334,000 - $370,000

        $2,095/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/15/2026Pending sale$359,000$145/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #745819 Report a problem
        7/24/2026Listed for sale$359,000+120.2%$145/sqft
        Source: CIBR #70813 Report a problem
        10/14/2013Sold$163,000-6.9%$66/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        2/23/2007Sold$175,000$71/sqft
        Source: CIBR #22680 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,630 +2.1%$332,500 +4.2%
        2024$4,534 +9.3%$319,200
        2023$4,148 +1.3%$319,200 +29.5%
        2022$4,096 -4.2%$246,500
        2021$4,274 +1.5%$246,500 +1.5%
        2020$4,212 -3.3%$242,900
        2019$4,358 +20.6%$242,900
        2018$3,613 0%$242,900
        2017$3,614 +2.3%$242,900 +21.1%
        2016$3,532 $200,600
        2015$3,532 +10.7%$200,600 +2%
        2014$3,192 $196,700 +8.1%
        2013-- $181,900
        2012-- $181,900
        2011$2,752 +2.5%--
        2010$2,684 +2.1%--
        2009$2,628 +3.1%--
        2008$2,548 +2.3%--
        2006$2,490 +0.7%--
        2005$2,472 +0.1%--
        2004$2,470 -0.4%$174,700
        2003$2,480 -7.5%--
        2002$2,680 +5.1%$86,853 +3%
        2001$2,550 $84,341
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50010

        Getting around

        10 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        61 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • 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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