Welcome to this beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom home located right in the heart of Ames! Featuring an updated kitchen and new vinyl plank flooring in the living and dining areas, this home offers a perfect blend of modern updates and classic charm.Upstairs, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms and a large tiled bathroom, ideal for comfortable family living. The lower level includes a cozy family room, an additional bedroom, and a generous storage/laundry area.
Enjoy the covered front porch and wooden deck in the back, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Off-alley parking provides multiple spots—no need to worry about backing out onto Grand Avenue!
With a current Letter of Compliance (LOC) in place, this property is not only move-in ready but also an excellent opportunity for investors or parents looking for housing while their student attends Iowa State University.Book a tour today!
Sold for $227,000
$227,000
811 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010
5beds
1,532sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
8,093 Square Feet Lot
$232,700 Zestimate®
$148/sqft
$2,149 Estimated rent
Home value
$232,700
$209,000 - $258,000
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Listed by:
Fett, Collin (515)232-4663,
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Bought with:
Gibson, Danielle
Century 21 Signature Real Esta
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 725511
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,532
- Total interior livable area: 1,532 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 234
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Size: 8,093 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0903427060
- Zoning: UCRM
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Metal Siding
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $148/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $182,400
- Annual tax amount: $2,265
- Date on market: 9/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2025 | Sold | $227,000-3.4%$148/sqft |
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| 10/15/2025 | Pending sale | $235,000$153/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $235,000$153/sqft |
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| 9/12/2025 | Pending sale | $235,000$153/sqft |
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| 9/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $235,000+27%$153/sqft |
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| 9/25/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/2/2023 | Price change | $1,750-7.9%$1/sqft |
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| 8/11/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,900$1/sqft |
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| 7/24/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/6/2023 | Price change | $1,900-5%$1/sqft |
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| 6/3/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 5/6/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/11/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,000$1/sqft |
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| 2/1/2021 | Sold | $185,000+32.6%$121/sqft |
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| 12/29/2017 | Sold | $139,500+3.4%$91/sqft |
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| 5/8/2013 | Listing removed | $134,900$88/sqft |
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| 2/27/2013 | Listed for sale | $134,900$88/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,266 +2.2% | $182,400 +16.8% |
| 2024 | $2,218 +18.4% | $156,200 |
| 2023 | $1,874 +1.2% | $156,200 +40.2% |
| 2022 | $1,852 -4.1% | $111,400 |
| 2021 | $1,932 +1.5% | $111,400 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $1,904 -13.5% | $109,800 |
| 2019 | $2,202 +27.6% | $109,800 -10.5% |
| 2018 | $1,726 0% | $122,700 |
| 2017 | $1,726 +2.3% | $122,700 +28.1% |
| 2016 | $1,688 | $95,800 |
| 2015 | $1,688 +10.2% | $95,800 |
| 2014 | $1,532 | $95,800 +9.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $87,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $87,300 |
| 2011 | $1,368 +2.4% | -- |
| 2010 | $1,336 +5.9% | -- |
| 2009 | $1,262 +3.3% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,222 +1.2% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,208 -2.3% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,236 -1.1% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,250 +100% | -- |
| 2004 | $625 -47.7% | $84,300 |
| 2003 | $1,194 -2.9% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,229 -0.9% | $39,836 -2.9% |
| 2001 | $1,240 | $41,017 |
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Neighborhood: 50010
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Meeker Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 7/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 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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