Welcome home to this charming bungalow in the heart of Ames! This 3 bedroom, 1 bath home offers 1,178 square feet with character and thoughtful updates. Step inside to a spacious living room featuring tall ceilings and beautiful hardwood floors, flowing seamlessly into a formal dining room, perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The updated kitchen showcases stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, tile flooring, and great functionality.
Two main level bedrooms feature hardwood flooring and share a full bathroom with tile flooring and a conveniently located washer and dryer. The finished upper level provides a generously sized third bedroom with windows on all sides, a walk-in closet, and additional space ideal for a home office or sitting area. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard with garden beds, plus an oversized one car garage with a covered patio area, perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. Recent updates include a new garage roof and new basement windows. This adorable Ames bungalow is full of charm and move in ready!
Sold for $197,000
$197,000
809 Wilson Ave, Ames, IA 50010
3beds
1,178sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
9,143.24 Square Feet Lot
$197,700 Zestimate®
$167/sqft
$1,535 Estimated rent
Home value
$197,700
$188,000 - $208,000
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Formal dining roomFinished upper levelNew basement windowsGenerously sized third bedroomTwo main level bedroomsWalk-in closetTall ceilings
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Listed by:
Ethan Hokel (865)801-1887,
Century 21 Signature,
Ro Smith 309-635-8004,
Century 21 Signature
Bought with:
Laaser-Webb, Sarah
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 731844
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,178
- Total interior livable area: 1,178 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Exterior features: Fence
- Fencing: Wood,Partial
Lot
- Size: 9,143 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0902300120
- Zoning: RM
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- See Remarks
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ames
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2026 | Sold | $197,000-10%$167/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #731844 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2026 | Pending sale | $219,000$186/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #731844 Report a problem | ||
| 1/19/2026 | Price change | $219,000-4.4%$186/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #731844 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $229,000+60.1%$194/sqft |
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| 6/25/2020 | Sold | $143,000-1.4%$121/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #54468 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2020 | Pending sale | $145,000$123/sqft |
Source: Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames #54468 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2020 | Price change | $145,000-6.5%$123/sqft |
Source: Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames #54468 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2020 | Listed for sale | $155,000-6.1%$132/sqft |
Source: Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames #54468 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2019 | Listing removed | $165,000$140/sqft |
Source: Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames #52787 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $165,000+288.2%$140/sqft |
Source: Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames #52787 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2015 | Sold | $42,500-14.8%$36/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2015 | Price change | $49,900-9.1%$42/sqft |
Source: TOM RANDALL REAL ESTATE TEAM, L.L.C. #41277 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2015 | Price change | $54,900-8.3%$47/sqft |
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| 11/26/2014 | Price change | $59,900-11.3%$51/sqft |
Source: TOM RANDALL REAL ESTATE TEAM, L.L.C. #41277 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2014 | Listed for sale | $67,500$57/sqft |
Source: TOM RANDALL REAL ESTATE TEAM, L.L.C. #41277 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,000 +2.4% | $180,900 +22.1% |
| 2024 | $1,954 -6.7% | $148,100 |
| 2023 | $2,094 +1.4% | $148,100 +11.1% |
| 2022 | $2,066 -10.6% | $133,300 |
| 2021 | $2,310 +1.5% | $133,300 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $2,277 -3.3% | $131,300 |
| 2019 | $2,356 +40.8% | $131,300 |
| 2018 | $1,673 0% | $131,300 |
| 2017 | $1,674 +2.3% | $131,300 +41.3% |
| 2016 | $1,636 | $92,900 |
| 2015 | $1,636 +10.1% | $92,900 |
| 2014 | $1,486 | $92,900 +9.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $84,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $84,700 |
| 2011 | $328 -58.9% | -- |
| 2010 | $798 +10.2% | -- |
| 2009 | $724 +5.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $686 +0.9% | -- |
| 2007 | $680 -7.1% | -- |
| 2006 | $732 -2.9% | -- |
| 2005 | $754 | -- |
| 2004 | $754 -20.1% | $84,600 |
| 2003 | $944 -24.7% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,253 +3.5% | $40,610 +1.4% |
| 2001 | $1,211 | $40,061 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50010
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Meeker Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 6/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 8/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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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