Located in one of Ames' historic districts, this spacious two-story home offers original charm alongside thoughtful modern updates. Conveniently situated between Main Street's shops and dining, Iowa State University campus, and nearby parks, the location is as convenient as it gets.
Inside, wide wood baseboards, detailed trim work, and hardwood floors bring warmth and character throughout.
The main floor offers a wonderful flow, featuring a four seasons porch, a living room with built-ins, a formal dining room, an updated kitchen, and a brand new half bath. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The fully finished basement features an updated full bathroom and flexible space perfect for a family room, home office, or guest suite — with plenty of storage throughout.
Outside, a fully fenced backyard with mature shade trees and recently updated landscaping offers a peaceful retreat. Alley access adds privacy, and the two-car garage includes attic storage.
Move-in ready and full of character — a rare find in Ames.
Pending
$287,000
611 Ridgewood Ave, Ames, IA 50010
4beds
1,385sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1920
8,850 Square Feet Lot
$319,500 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Formal dining roomFully finished basementDetailed trim workFour seasons porchAlley access adds privacySpacious two-story homeUpdated kitchen
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Listed by:
Property Owner (515) 494-3380
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,385 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage - Detached
Features
- Exterior features: Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,850 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0903401070
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $207/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $267,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,330
- Date on market: 4/10/2026
Estimated market value
$319,500
$304,000 - $335,000
$2,438/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/4/2026 | Sold | $319,000+11.1%$230/sqft |
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| 4/15/2026 | Pending sale | $287,000$207/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $287,000+12.5%$207/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2022 | Sold | $255,000+11.4%$184/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #59339 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2022 | Pending sale | $229,000$165/sqft |
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| 2/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $229,000$165/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,330 +19% | $267,300 +16.4% |
| 2024 | $2,798 -11.3% | $229,600 +16.5% |
| 2023 | $3,156 +6.3% | $197,000 +5% |
| 2022 | $2,968 -4.3% | $187,600 |
| 2021 | $3,100 -3.3% | $187,600 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $3,205 -3.3% | $184,800 |
| 2019 | $3,316 +7.5% | $184,800 |
| 2018 | $3,084 +5.2% | $184,800 |
| 2017 | $2,930 +2.4% | $184,800 +7.9% |
| 2016 | $2,862 | $171,200 |
| 2015 | $2,862 +15.8% | $171,200 +8% |
| 2014 | $2,472 | $158,500 +5.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $149,800 |
| 2012 | -- | $149,800 |
| 2011 | $2,250 +2.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,192 +1.3% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,164 +3.1% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,098 +3.3% | -- |
| 2006 | $2,030 +2.8% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,974 +0.2% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,970 -0.9% | $141,000 |
| 2003 | $1,988 -2.9% | -- |
| 2002 | $2,047 +5.6% | $66,341 +3.4% |
| 2001 | $1,939 | $64,143 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Brookside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Meeker Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 8/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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- Iowa
- Story County
- Ames
- 50010
- Brookside
- 611 Ridgewood Ave
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