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  • Price cut: $15K (5/29)
    $374,000

    721 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA 50010

    4beds
    1,952sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1912
    5,601 Square Feet Lot
    $359,900 Zestimate®
    $192/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Set w/in Ames' historic district just blocks to Main St., this renovated home offers a rare blend of preserved character, updates, & functionality. Thoughtfully restored by its current owners, the home showcases quality craftsmanship & attention to detail throughout. Inside, you'll find 4 beds, 3 baths, refinished original hardwood floors, solid core original doors, & a timeless renovated kitchen. The main level features 1 bedroom & a remodeled 3/4 bath w/ marble finishes & brushed nickel fixtures. Upstairs includes 3 bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite w/ a walk-in tiled shower, dual vanities, soaking tub, & large walk-in closet w/ built-ins. The upper level also offers an additional full bath & dedicated office/den space. Updates include a brand-new front porch w/ composite decking, updated flooring, paint, fixtures, bathrooms, blown-in insulation added in 2022, & restored original details throughout. Marble & tile finishes, quality updates, & preserved craftsmanship create a timeless feel while honoring the home's historic character. A standout feature is the newly added 2-car garage paired w/ an eco-friendly permeable paver driveway designed for storm water drainage & added curb appeal. Located just steps from downtown Ames, coffee shops, restaurants, & parks, this home offers exceptional walkability. Finding a historic home w/ this level of renovation, a true primary suite, 3 baths, & a 2-car garage is extraordinarily rare.
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    Listed by:

    Jennings, Traci (515)232-4663,

    RE/MAX Real Estate Center

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 739798MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
      • Laundry: Upper Level
      Features
      • Dining Area, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
      • Basement: Unfinished
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,952
      • Total interior livable area: 1,952 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
      • Exterior features: Deck, Patio
      Lot
      • Size: 5,601 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 40 x 140
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0902329020
      • Zoning: Res

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Two Story
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1912

      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: $192/sqft
      • Annual tax amount: $3,965
      • Date on market: 5/13/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 48 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        $359,900

        $342,000 - $378,000

        $2,101/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/6/2026Pending sale$374,000$192/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #739798 Report a problem
        5/29/2026Price change$374,000-3.9%$192/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #739798 Report a problem
        5/13/2026Listed for sale$389,000+188.1%$199/sqft
        Source: CIBR #70164 Report a problem
        10/29/2020Sold$135,000$69/sqft
        Source: DMMLS #617017 Report a problem
        8/18/2020Sold$135,000+1.9%$69/sqft
        Source: CIBR #55438 Report a problem
        7/25/2020Pending sale$132,500$68/sqft
        Source: Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames #55438 Report a problem
        7/17/2020Listed for sale$132,500+15.2%$68/sqft
        Source: Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames #55438 Report a problem
        3/19/2011Listing removed$115,000$59/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER #31013 Report a problem
        7/11/2010Listed for sale$115,000$59/sqft
        Source: The Steve Bock Team, RE/MAX Real Estate Center Ames, IA #31013 Report a problem

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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Historic Old Town

        Getting around

        83 / 100
        Very Walkable
        84 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        • District: Ames

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