Charming, well-maintained 2-bed ranch tucked into a quiet, established North Ames neighborhood. Affectionately called “The Nest” by its longtime owners, this home has been thoughtfully updated and cared for, with comfortable living spaces and beautiful features that just say "welcome home" upon entry.
The main level offers a bright living room, functional kitchen and 2 bedrooms, including primary with direct access to the back patio. The finished basement provides a large 2nd living space with plenty of room for movie/game nights, a home office or homeschool setup, or room to convert to an additional non-conforming bedroom. You'll also find a beautifully updated and spacious laundry area, (including a laundry chute) and ample dedicated storage.
Mature trees and established landscaping, professionally designed, give the home a tucked-away, private feel, while the enclosed backyard and patio offer a private space for pets, gardening or relaxing. The extended garage/storage area is an added bonus for anyone needing space for hobbies, woodworking, outdoor equipment or recreational gear.
Located away from campus-centric Ames but convenient access to groceries, fitness, medical care & amenities, this place is perfect for anyone looking to establish or plant deeper roots. Its quiet, community-centric neighborhood also offers easy access to Ada Hayden, McFarland Park, Peterson Park and the Skunk River Greenbelt to enjoy the beautiful green space the town has to offer.
For sale
$255,000
3214 Nixon Ave, Ames, IA 50010
2beds
1,180sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
7,339 Square Feet Lot
$249,900 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Tucked-away private feelLaundry chuteAmple dedicated storageComfortable living spacesFunctional kitchen
- 23 days
- 1,475
- 70
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marquel Stuedemann 563-321-0431,
CHASE Collective,
Liz Keller 515-423-5607,
CHASE Collective
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 747193
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,180
- Total interior livable area: 1,180 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 322
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Patio
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 7,339 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0527404150
- Zoning: RL
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $216/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $214,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,955
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 23 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$249,900
$237,000 - $262,000
$1,343/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $255,000+77.7%$216/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/6/2016 | Sold | $143,500+1.1%$122/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 2/29/2016 | Pending sale | $141,900$120/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER #44079 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2016 | Listed for sale | $141,900+22%$120/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER #44079 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2012 | Sold | $116,300-1.4%$99/sqft |
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| 4/10/2012 | Listed for sale | $117,900+7.2%$100/sqft |
Source: Friedrich Iowa Realty #35203 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2007 | Sold | $110,000$93/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,692 +2.1% | $214,900 +15.8% |
| 2024 | $2,636 +10.1% | $185,600 |
| 2023 | $2,394 +1.3% | $185,600 +30.4% |
| 2022 | $2,364 -4.1% | $142,300 |
| 2021 | $2,466 +1.4% | $142,300 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $2,431 -3.3% | $140,200 |
| 2019 | $2,515 +10.8% | $140,200 |
| 2018 | $2,270 0% | $140,200 |
| 2017 | $2,270 +9.9% | $140,200 +11.3% |
| 2016 | $2,066 | $126,000 |
| 2015 | $2,066 +15% | $126,000 +7% |
| 2014 | $1,796 | $117,800 +5.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $111,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $111,300 |
| 2011 | $1,744 +2.3% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,704 +7.6% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,584 +3.1% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,536 +7.6% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,428 -1.9% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,456 +3.3% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,410 +0.1% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,408 +10.2% | $103,000 |
| 2003 | $1,278 -11.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,443 +1.9% | $46,759 -0.1% |
| 2001 | $1,415 | $46,813 |
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Neighborhood: 50010
Nearby schools
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.






