Perfect for buyers looking to keep more money in their pocket without giving up the convenience of living in Ames, this ranch offers an outstanding opportunity to own rather than rent. Whether you're attending Iowa State University, working in Ames, or simply looking for a place that combines affordability with functionality, this home delivers exceptional value.
Inside, you'll find a comfortable layout with natural light, a spacious kitchen, and inviting living areas designed for everyday living. The finished lower level provides valuable bonus space that can easily serve as a home office, workout room, guest suite, recreation area, or study space.
Outside, the large fenced backyard offers room for pets, play, gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home. A deck and storage shed add even more flexibility for outdoor living.
Located within Ames city limits and just minutes from Iowa State University, shopping, dining, parks, and major commuter routes, this home offers the lifestyle many buyers want at a monthly payment that may compare favorably to renting. For first-time buyers, ISU faculty, staff, students, downsizers, or anyone seeking a smart move in today's market, this is a property worth seeing in person before it's gone.
Pending
Price cut: $8K (6/4)
$247,000
636 Garden Rd, Ames, IA 50010
3beds
816sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1983
0.27 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$303/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large fenced backyardStorage shedSpacious kitchen
- 5 hours |
- 51 |
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Listed by:
MARTHA T. LEBRON DYKEMAN,
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 741464
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
- Basement: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 816
- Total interior livable area: 816 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 596
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Play Structure, Storage
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 71.54 x 162.5
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 0923276180
- Zoning: RL
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1983
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: $303/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $262,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,901
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 19 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Pending sale | $247,000$303/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Price change | $247,000-3.1%$303/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $255,000+15.9%$313/sqft |
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| 5/11/2022 | Sold | $220,000+10.1%$270/sqft |
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| 4/4/2022 | Pending sale | $199,900$245/sqft |
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| 3/31/2022 | Listed for sale | $199,900+44.3%$245/sqft |
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| 7/1/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/16/2021 | Price change | $1,395-6.7%$2/sqft |
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| 5/18/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,495$2/sqft |
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| 2/20/2014 | Sold | $138,500-1%$170/sqft |
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| 5/22/2013 | Listing removed | $139,900$171/sqft |
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| 2/1/2013 | Listed for sale | $139,900$171/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,752 +2.2% | $262,600 +31.3% |
| 2024 | $2,692 +1.6% | $200,000 |
| 2023 | $2,650 +1.3% | $200,000 +20.2% |
| 2022 | $2,616 -4.2% | $166,400 |
| 2021 | $2,732 -3.9% | $166,400 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $2,842 -3.3% | $163,900 |
| 2019 | $2,941 +13.2% | $163,900 |
| 2018 | $2,597 +6.3% | $163,900 |
| 2017 | $2,444 +2.4% | $163,900 +13.7% |
| 2016 | $2,386 | $144,200 |
| 2015 | $2,386 +11.3% | $144,200 +4.9% |
| 2014 | $2,144 | $137,400 +4.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $131,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $131,100 |
| 2011 | $1,956 +2.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,906 +7% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,782 +3.4% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,724 +9.9% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,568 -2% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,600 +4.7% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,528 +0.3% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,524 -8.9% | $110,900 |
| 2003 | $1,672 -2.9% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,722 +13.6% | $55,801 +11.3% |
| 2001 | $1,516 | $50,133 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Kate Mitchell
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Kate Mitchell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.9 mi
- 8/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
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.
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- Iowa
- Story County
- Ames
- 50010
- Kate Mitchell
- 636 Garden Rd





