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    • Price cut: $10K (7/18)
    $488,500

    909 Idaho Ave, Ames, IA 50014

    5beds
    2,150sqft
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    $3,420/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1989
    0.28 Acres Lot
    $479,200 Zestimate®
    $227/sqft
    $5/mo HOA

    What's special

    Updated fixturesTree lined settingNew luxury vinyl flooringFresh paintEntry features a skylight
    Tucked into a tree lined setting in West Ames, this beautifully maintained 5 bedroom, 4 bath split level home offers space, comfort, and character across five distinct levels. The kitchen and dining area sit at an elevated vantage point overlooking the entrance and living room. The entry features a skylight, new luxury vinyl flooring, and a new storm door. Fresh paint, updated fixtures, and new appliances including a refrigerator, induction range, and microwave, make this home move-in ready. The main floor family room features a new Mendota gas fireplace that provides heat. A wet bar makes this area ideal for entertaining and everyday living. Upstairs the primary bedroom enjoys a peaceful, forest-like backdrop of mature trees. A two level deck overlooks a fenced, wooded backyard that feels like a private escape. Brand new windows, sliding doors, and blinds on the main floor and upper level promise energy efficiency for years to come. The finished lower level adds two bedrooms, a rec room, and a den which is perfect for guests or a home office. The three car garage with new garage door openers completes the house. Located in Spring Valley with a minimal HOA fee and just minutes from an elementary school. The assessor lists this as a two story home, but it is a unique 5 level split design. Square footage is according to city assessor and sellers do not warrant.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Kathy Thompson 515-290-8383,

    Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 70365MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Basement
      Bedroom 5
      • Level: Basement
      Primary bathroom
      • Level: Upper
      Half bathroom
      • Level: Main
      Full bathroom
      • Level: Upper
      Other
      • Level: Basement
      Den
      • Level: Basement
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Family room
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Rec room
      • Level: Main
      Utility room
      • Level: Basement
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s)
      • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Hardwood, Carpet
      • Windows: Window Treatments, Skylight(s)
      • Basement: Sump Pump
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,150
      • Total interior livable area: 2,150 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,508
      • Finished area below ground: 1,126

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Has garage: Yes
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Fencing: Fenced
      Lot
      • Size: 0.28 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0906403130
      • Zoning: Residential
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Fiber Cement Board
      • Foundation: Block, Tile
      Condition
      • Year built: 1989

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      Green energy
      • Indoor air quality: Radon Mitigation System - Active

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA fee: $55 yearly
      • HOA name: Spring Valley HOA-Patty Cotter
      • HOA phone: 515-708-0212
      Location
      • Region: Ames

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $227/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $434,700
      • Annual tax amount: $5,364
      • Date on market: 6/3/2026
      • Road surface type: Hard Surface

        Estimated market value

        $479,200

        $455,000 - $503,000

        $2,682/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/18/2026Price change$488,500-2%$227/sqft
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        6/15/2026Price change$498,500-2.2%$232/sqft
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        6/3/2026Listed for sale$509,500+19.9%$237/sqft
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        6/12/2023Sold$425,000-4.5%$198/sqft
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        3/14/2023Pending sale$445,000$207/sqft
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        2/16/2023Listed for sale$445,000+2.3%$207/sqft
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        11/4/2022Listing removed--
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        10/26/2022Price change$435,000-1.1%$202/sqft
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        10/10/2022Price change$440,000-2.2%$205/sqft
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        8/25/2022Listed for sale$450,000$209/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,364 +2.1%$434,700 +17.6%
        2024$5,252 +2.8%$369,800
        2023$5,108 +1.3%$369,800 +18.3%
        2022$5,044 -4.2%$312,500
        2021$5,266 -1.4%$312,500 +1.5%
        2020$5,339 -3.3%$307,900
        2019$5,524 +7.1%$307,900
        2018$5,161 +3%$307,900
        2017$5,008 +2.4%$307,900 +7.5%
        2016$4,892 $286,500
        2015$4,892 +11.4%$286,500 +5%
        2014$4,390 $272,900 +5.3%
        2013-- $259,100
        2012-- $259,100
        2011$3,962 +2.5%--
        2010$3,864 +6.4%--
        2009$3,630 +3.2%--
        2008$3,518 -0.1%--
        2007$3,520 -2.1%--
        2006$3,596 +2.7%--
        2005$3,502 +0.1%--
        2004$3,500 -2.8%$244,100
        2003$3,602 -6.1%--
        2002$3,835 -0.1%$124,261 -2.1%
        2001$3,838 $126,935
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50014

        Getting around

        19 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        31 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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