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Sold for $235,500
    • $235,500

    420 26th St, Ames, IA 50010

    3beds
    1,375sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1962
    9,147 Square Feet Lot
    $238,000 Zestimate®
    $171/sqft
    $1,805 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $238,000

    $214,000 - $264,000

    $1,805/mo

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    What's special

    Hardwood floorsSpacious footprintUpdated gutters downspoutsCovered patioSingle-level homeFunctional layout
    Here is your chance to make this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom ranch your own! This single-level home offers a functional layout & plenty of natural light throughout. While the property does require updates & repairs, it presents an excellent chance for buyers looking to build sweat equity & customize a home to their personal style. With a spacious footprint, this home is full of potential for renovation & improvement. Whether you're an investor or a homeowner ready to take on a rewarding project, this property offers a valuable opportunity to create something special. It sits on a spacious 9,100 sq ft lot in North Ames. Additional features include hardwood floors, a covered patio, sunroom, bomb shelter, 2-car attached garage, a new furnace & AC in 2019 plus updated gutters, downspouts. Seller will respond to offers after 3 pm on Tuesday, March 24th.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Gale & Ryan Gehling 515-233-9100,

    Keller Williams Ames

    Bought with:

    Kyle Thomas, S68078000

    Friedrich Realty

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 69673MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Main
    Half bathroom
    • Level: Main
    Full bathroom
    • Level: Main
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Family room
    • Level: Basement
    Other
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Laundry
    • Level: Basement
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Rec room
    • Level: Basement
    Sunroom
    • Level: Main
    Utility room
    • Level: Basement
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Features
    • Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
    • Basement: Full,Sump Pump
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Gas
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,375
    • Total interior livable area: 1,375 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,375
    • Finished area below ground: 889

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage
    • Has garage: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 9,147 Square Feet
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0535105070
    • Zoning: Residential
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Block, Tile
    Condition
    • Year built: 1962

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Ames

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $171/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $281,600
    • Annual tax amount: $3,478
    • Date on market: 3/20/2026
    • Road surface type: Hard Surface

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    4/20/2026Sold$235,500+7%$171/sqft
    Source: CIBR #69673 Report a problem
    3/20/2026Listed for sale$220,000$160/sqft
    Source: CIBR #69673 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$3,478 -4%$281,600 +12.6%
    2024$3,624 +16.5%$250,000 -5.9%
    2023$3,112 +1.2%$265,600 +37%
    2022$3,074 -4.2%$193,900
    2021$3,208 -3.1%$193,900 +1.5%
    2020$3,312 -3.3%$191,000
    2019$3,427 +10.5%$191,000
    2018$3,102 +5.2%$191,000
    2017$2,948 +2.4%$191,000 +10.9%
    2016$2,878 $172,200
    2015$2,878 +14.6%$172,200 +7%
    2014$2,512 $161,000 +5.9%
    2013-- $152,100
    2012-- $152,100
    2011$2,286 +2.7%--
    2010$2,226 +6.7%--
    2009$2,086 +3.3%--
    2008$2,020 -0.1%--
    2007$2,022 -1.9%--
    2006$2,062 -0.3%--
    2005$2,068 +0.1%--
    2004$2,066 +2.2%$147,400
    2003$2,022 -8.5%--
    2002$2,210 +4.2%$71,612 +2.1%
    2001$2,121 $70,163
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    Neighborhood: 50010

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