Move-in ready ranch in the heart of Ames! Welcome to 415 S Walnut Avenue, a charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offering comfortable main-level living, fresh updates, and a convenient central location near S. Duff businesses, dining, and the Main Street District. With 980 square feet on the main level plus a partially finished basement, this home offers more space and flexibility than meets the eye.
Inside, you will find attractive LVP flooring, updated countertops, refreshed cabinetry, fresh interior paint, an eat-in kitchen, and included appliances for added convenience. The lower level expands the living potential with an oversized family room area, half bath, and abundant storage--perfect for hobbies, guests, movie nights, or a future personalized retreat.
Sitting on a generous 9,432-square-foot lot, the property also features an open patio, carport, concrete driveway, city water and sewer, central air, natural gas forced-air heat, and a durable asphalt shingle roof. A current City Letter of Compliance is on file, adding peace of mind for buyers and investors alike. Vacant, easy to show by appointment, and full of opportunity--this Ames ranch is ready for its next owner!
For sale
Price cut: $6K (5/28)
$239,000
415 S Walnut Ave, Ames, IA 50010
2beds
980sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1971
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$234,600 Zestimate®
$244/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Partially finished basementIncluded appliancesAbundant storageOversized family room areaHalf bathComfortable main-level livingFresh updates
- 129 days |
- 241 |
- 2 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kevin Holmes 5154501502,
Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & Clark Agency
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 69937
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: $244/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
$234,600
$223,000 - $246,000
$1,256/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/28/2026 | Price change | $239,000-2.4%$244/sqft |
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| 5/4/2026 | Price change | $245,000-2%$250/sqft |
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| 4/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,900+6.3%$255/sqft |
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| 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 |
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Neighborhood: 50010
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Kate Mitchell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 6/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 7/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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