For sale

Price cut: $14K (9/2)

$225,000

415 S Walnut Ave, Ames, IA 50010

2beds

980sqft

$1,755/mo

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Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1971

9,583 Square Feet Lot

$220,900 Zestimate^®

$230/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Full dry basementFresh paintNewer flooringPlenty of usable spaceNew countertopsLarge lot

DRASTIC PRICE REDUCTION!!! An excellent opportunity for college students, families, or investors looking for a smart alternative to rising rent and dorm costs. This home is in a standout location near downtown and just two houses from the CyRide stop, making campus, shopping, dining, and daily errands easy to reach. Inside, you'll find meaningful updates that add comfort and value, including newer flooring, fresh paint, new countertops, a spacious living room, plenty of usable space, and a full dry basement with potential for additional bedrooms with egress window installation. So close to campus, a quick walk to the football stadium, Hilton Collosium, the new aquatic center, and shopping. A large lot and carport add even more everyday convenience. Build equity, enjoy more independence, and make this home your own.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Bedroom

Level: Main

Bedroom

Level: Main

Full bathroom

Level: Main

Half bathroom

Level: Basement

Kitchen

Level: Main

Laundry

Level: Basement

Living room

Level: Main

Utility room

Level: Basement

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Range, Refrigerator

Features

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
Windows: Window Treatments
Basement: Full,Partial

Interior area

Total structure area: 980
Total interior livable area: 980 sqft
Finished area above ground: 980
Finished area below ground: 452

Property

Features

Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

Size: 9,583 Square Feet
Dimensions: 60 x 157.2

Details

Parcel number: 0911150060
Zoning: RES
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Foundation: Block

Condition

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: $230/sqft
Tax assessed value: $213,800
Annual tax amount: $2,580
Date on market: 4/18/2026
Road surface type: Hard Surface

Estimated market value

$220,900

$210,000 - $232,000

$1,152/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/2/2026	Price change	$225,000-5.9%$230/sqft
Source: CIBR #69937 Report a problem
5/28/2026	Price change	$239,000-2.4%$244/sqft
Source: CIBR #69937 Report a problem
5/4/2026	Price change	$245,000-2%$250/sqft
Source: CIBR #69937 Report a problem
4/18/2026	Listed for sale	$249,900+6.3%$255/sqft
Source: CIBR #69937 Report a problem
9/10/2024	Listing removed	$235,000$240/sqft
Source: CIBR #64787 Report a problem
7/5/2024	Price change	$235,000-6%$240/sqft
Source: DMMLS #696488 Report a problem
5/24/2024	Listed for sale	$250,000-59.3%$255/sqft
Source: CIBR #64787 Report a problem
6/10/2013	Sold	$615,000$628/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,580 +2.1%	$213,800 +20.2%
2024	$2,526 +2.4%	$177,900
2023	$2,466 +1.2%	$177,900 +21.4%
2022	$2,436 -4.1%	$146,600
2021	$2,540 +1.4%	$146,600 +1.5%
2020	$2,504 -3.3%	$144,400
2019	$2,591 +15.6%	$144,400
2018	$2,241 +0%	$144,400
2017	$2,240 +2.3%	$144,400 +16.1%
2016	$2,190	$124,400
2015	$2,190 +9.8%	$124,400 +5%
2014	$1,994	$118,500 +4.3%
2013	--	$113,600
2012	--	$113,600 +9.8%
2004	$768 +19.4%	$103,500
2003	$643 -51.4%	--
2002	$1,323 -8.7%	$42,885 -10.5%
2001	$1,449	$47,938