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$255,000
2 Beds 1 Baths 749086 MLS
Tucked away on Nixon Avenue is a home that feels like it was pulled from the pages of a storybook. Bright, airy, and lovingly cared for, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends thoughtful updates with the cozy character of an English cottage. Step inside to find laminate flooring flowing throughout the home, abundant natural light, and spaces that feel warm, inviting, and beautifully put together. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and a clean, cheerful design perfect for everything from quiet morning coffee to Sunday baking. Downstairs, the finished basement adds valuable living space and plenty of room to relax, work, play, or entertain. Outside may be where the magic really happens. A fenced backyard creates your own private little escape, highlighted by a beautiful paver patio that feels made for summer dinners, string lights, garden parties, and evenings under the stars. A detached 2-car garage adds practicality to all the charm. Carefully updated, wonderfully maintained, and full of personality, 3214 Nixon Ave is the kind of home that proves you don't need a castle to live happily ever after.

3214 Nixon Avenue, Ames

$248,500
4 Beds 2 Baths 748937 MLS
Location is a standout here; approximately a 10 minute walk to Iowa State University, 6 minute walk to West Hy-Vee and just down the street from a CyRide stop at Lincoln Way & Franklin. Whether you're looking for your first home, an Ames investment property or a place for your student while attending ISU, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers plenty of flexibility. Previously rented for $2,450/month with a current City of Ames Letter of Compliance, the property has an established rental history. Inside, you'll find new LVP flooring, fresh paint and new carpet throughout. The main level features a spacious living and dining area with newly-painted built-ins, kitchen, laundry hookups, two bedrooms and a full bath. Upstairs offers an additional bedroom space, while the finished basement includes another bedroom, laundry room, living space and a 3/4 bath with tiled shower. A covered front porch, private backyard and one-car detached garage round out a property that's equally appealing as a home or investment.

124 N Franklin Avenue, Ames

$695,000
5 Beds 4 Baths 748929 MLS
Prepare to be impressed! This extraordinary 4,200+ SF home delivers modern luxury with airy and expansive, 10' cathedral ceiling-ed great room and generous open spaces: an exceptional sense of light and buoyancy while beautiful custom craftsmanship adds warmth and character. A gas fireplace surrounded by floor-to-ceiling built-ins, wainscotting and lit alcoves create a stunning focal point without sacrificing the home?s open, light-filled feel. NE screened porch and deck are the perfect space to enjoy your coffee with the sunrise. Do you like to gather in the kitchen? Custom cabinetry, 5-burner gas range, center island and walk-in pantry all flow effortlessly into the sitting room, screened porch and deck which overlooks the beautifully landscaped, fenced yard and makes entertaining a breeze. The west wing offers three spacious bedrooms, including a showstopping primary suite with soaking tub, separate shower, dual vanities and his-and-hers closets. The newly re-created lower level adds two bedrooms, bath, library, play and entertainment space, plus a large unfinished storage area. A 1,000 SF finished garage, very large mudroom, abundant storage closets, irrigation and dual-zone HVAC are just a few of the extras. Major updates include roof, gutters, HVAC, electrical panel, water heater, sump pump, HRV and interior/exterior paint, LVP in basement. Recent updates and meticulous maintenance make this a truly exceptional home.

3017 Weston Drive, Ames

$345,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 748895 MLS
Welcome home to this spacious two-story featuring 4 bedrooms, a finished basement, and plenty of room to spread out! With 1,481 sq. ft. above grade plus an additional 602 finished sq. ft. in the lower level, this home offers over 2,000 sq. ft. of finished living space. The main level features a lovely open floor plan along with a formal dining room, perfect for entertaining or everyday living. Upstairs you'll find four bedrooms, while the finished lower level provides even more flexible living space for a family room, home office, workout area, or playroom. Step outside and enjoy the fenced-in backyard featuring a nice-sized deck and fire pit—an ideal spot for summer evenings, entertaining friends, or simply relaxing outdoors. A two-stall garage completes this wonderful home. With generous living space inside and out, this home has so much to offer. Schedule your showing today!

3814 Brookdale Avenue, Ames

$620,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 748658 MLS
Rare opportunity to own a fully remodeled and restored mid-century modern ranch on more than .78 acres! Originally built in 1963, this home was taken down to the studs and thoughtfully rebuilt, preserving its timeless character while adding new siding, roof, windows, plumbing, electrical, drywall, flooring, cabinetry, countertops, paint, doors, and more. Offering 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a 3-car garage with new concrete, and generous finished living space, the home sits on a beautiful corner lot with mature trees along a quiet dead-end road. The bright, open main level features wide-plank LVP flooring, a custom fireplace, and a spacious kitchen with stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry and prep space, timeless backsplash, custom shelving, and an impressive walk-in pantry. A sunroom opens to the covered deck overlooking the expansive backyard. The main-floor primary suite includes a customizable walk-in closet and private bath with dual vanities, tiled walk-in shower, custom glass door, and built-in bench. Downstairs, a huge family room, built-in cabinetry, lockable dual-zone refrigerators, spacious bedrooms, full bath, storage, and dedicated laundry area create a complete second living space. Walk out to the covered patio and backyard. A reimagined two-level outbuilding offers endless possibilities for a workshop, hobbies, play space, or storage. Established character, modern peace of mind, and an exceptional setting—schedule your showing today!

3414 Opal Drive, Ames

$600,000
748604 MLS
Great investment opportunity near Iowa State University! This well-maintained Ames quadplex offers an excellent location with convenient access to campus, shopping, dining, and other area amenities. The property has recently undergone extensive updates, helping reduce near-term maintenance needs while improving tenant appeal. Recent improvements include new carpet, toilets, lighting, window blinds, refrigerators, gutters with leaf guards, duct cleaning, a new water heater, 22 new windows, and new front steps completed in 2024. The main sewer line and A/C system have also been inspected. With four rental units, a desirable location near Iowa State, and numerous recent capital improvements already completed, 2304 Knapp St is a strong opportunity for investors looking to add a multifamily property to their Ames portfolio.

2304 Knapp Street, Ames

$279,900
4 Beds 2 Baths 748424 MLS
Spacious and full of possibility, this elegantly positioned split-level home offers ample square footage. Warm natural light and a layout designed for flexible living. Located near Meeker Elementary, the home offers added convenience for families, plus two distinct gathering spaces that easily accommodate entertaining, working from home, or creating a dedicated playroom or media retreat. The inviting eat-in kitchen features a cozy breakfast nook perfect for casual meals and morning coffee, while a lower-level storage area provides valuable space for seasonal items and household essentials. Outdoors, the fenced and beautifully shaded backyard feels like a private sanctuary, framed by mature trees and enriched with spaces for gardening, play, and relaxation. The sun lit raised deck off the kitchen is ideal for outdoor dining or quiet afternoons with a book, and the brick patio with a fire pit expands your options for evening gatherings. A playset with a sandbox adds charm and functionality for families. Conveniently located near Miracle Park, Homewood Golf Course, North Grand Mall, Hospital, and Interstate 35. With ample room to grow, a versatile floor plan, and a serene outdoor backdrop, this home invites buyers to bring their vision and create something truly special.

1821 Maxwell Avenue, Ames

$569,500
4 Beds 3 Baths 747799 MLS
Welcome to this beautifully crafted, nearly new home in Quarry Estates in Ames. Completed in 2025, this home offers thoughtfully designed living space. Located in the Gilbert district and within Ada Hayden Heritage Park. This home combines modern construction, beautiful finishes, and an exceptional location. The home features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, with three bedrooms upstairs, including the spacious primary suite, and a fourth bedroom in the finished lower level. The private primary suite includes a beautiful bathroom and walk-in closet. The inviting main living area features beautiful modern finishes and a stunning stone gas fireplace, providing a warm focal point for relaxing and entertaining. Pella windows fill the home with natural light, while the high efficiency furnace provides year round comfort. The finished basement offers a valuable additional living space with flexibility for recreation, entertaining, hobbies, guests, or a home office, including a wet bar. An additional bedroom could be easily added. Enjoy outdoor living from the covered deck. The oversized two-car garage provides generous space for vehicles and storage. Enjoy the benefits of new construction without the wait, along with a floor plan, features, beautiful finishes. There is a 5-year tax abatement on this home which will save the owner thousands of dollars!

2123 Ketelsen Drive, Ames

$570,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 747780 MLS
Welcome to Hayden's Crossing in North Ames. This home is an HCS Paramount Series resale, with top-of-the-line finishes and upgraded hardwood floors. Lovely stained glass in the entry. The kitchen has a large quartz island with seating, extra cabinets for great storage, and a corner pantry. Stainless steel appliances. Over 1500 SF on the main level means you have large common spaces and an open floor plan. The living room has built-in cabinetry on either side of the gas fireplace. Large dining area leads to the patio. The mudroom has lockers and hooks. Main-floor primary suite with tiled walk-in shower and double sinks, complete with a large closet for the fashionista. The laundry room is perfectly situated between the main floor bedrooms. Second bedroom and full bathroom are just off the hallway. The lower level is fantastic! Enjoy the huge rec room with wet bar and full-size fridge - great for game day or movie night. Two additional bedrooms and a third full bathroom round out this great home. Hop on the walking trail to connect to Ada Hayden - this neighborhood is minutes to North Ames amenities and Gilbert Schools.

2001 Leopold Drive, Ames

$159,900
2 Beds 1 Baths 747610 MLS
This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home sits on a spacious corner lot with a fully fenced yard and a layout that gives you room to spread out. The main level offers comfortable everyday living, while the upstairs space gives the home an added layer of character and functionality. Inside, you’ll find a clean, well-kept interior with a practical layout and plenty of usable space. A newer furnace and water heater add peace of mind, while the fenced yard offers plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. Conveniently located near downtown with easy access to local restaurants, shops, services, and everyday amenities. With its spacious corner lot, fenced yard, functional layout, and convenient location, this home has plenty to offer.

202 S Walnut Avenue, Ames

$400,000
4 Beds 2 Baths 747663 MLS
Just minutes from Iowa State University, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an incredible opportunity in a highly desirable campus-area location! Currently operating as a profitable furnished short term rental, it can continue as a furnished short-term rental with most furnishings negotiable or easily transition into a single-family home. Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen, spacious dining area, a main-level bedroom with en suite bath, and three additional bedrooms upstairs. Enjoy the large yard and screened porch, plus major updates including roof, gutters, and water heater in 2017, new upstairs tub/shower, new sump pump, driveway in 2018, and new furnace and A/C in 2023. With easy access to ISU, Cyclone sporting events, Reiman Gardens, Stephens Auditorium, and all that Ames has to offer, this property is a fantastic investment, game-day getaway, or place to call home!

2227 Storm Street, Ames

$79,750
1 Beds 1 Baths 747476 MLS
Enjoy your new lifestyle at Green Hills in this charming one-bedroom and one-bathroom apartment. This home is located on the 5th floor, and you can't beat the view looking North over Ames! 503 has been recently updated with a new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, new thermostat, paint, bedroom carpet, and HVAC motor. Natural light streams through new windows put in, in 2023. Spend your morning sipping coffee in the breakfast nook just off the kitchen. Great walk in-shower for your convenience and recently refreshed with new controls. Green Hills, a 55+ community offers a special lifestyle with a wealth of services, life enrichment, educational lectures, recreation, entertainment, swimming pool and fitness center including a theater and wellness programs. Monthly fee includes four dining venues, local phone, wireless internet, trash removal, exterior maintenance, transportation, grounds keeping, and more! The monthly Association fee is: $2,080 and make sure to ask about the storage space and optional garage parking.

2200 Hamilton Drive Unit 503, Ames

$279,500
747324 MLS
The premier homesite in Ansley Ames has arrived and there simply isn't another one like it. Set along the neighborhood pond, this exceptional executive lot offers a rare opportunity to build a home in one of Ames' most distinctive new European-inspired communities. As the largest homesite in the neighborhood, it gives you the space, setting, and privacy to create something truly special. Imagine beginning your mornings with the sun rising over the water and ending the day with a walk along the neighborhood trails surrounded by native grasses, wildflowers, and thoughtfully landscaped green space. Here, nature isn't simply a backdrop, it's part of everyday life. And while the setting feels like a peaceful escape, convenience is close at hand. Enjoy easy access to Jack Trice Stadium, Hilton Coliseum, the future CyTown district, Interstate 35, Highway 30, and Highway 69. Outdoor adventures are also within easy reach, with Ledges State Park, High Trestle Bike Trail, Saylorville Lake, Big Creek State Park, and Ada Hayden Heritage Park all less than 30 minutes away. For the buyer looking for the very best location and the most exceptional homesite in the community, this is the one.

3424 Ansley Avenue, Ames

$189,999
2 Beds 2 Baths 747322 MLS
Welcome to this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo at 2435 Aspen Rd Unit 201 in Ames. Offering approximately 988 sq. ft. of comfortable living space, this second-floor unit features an open and functional layout with plenty of natural light. The kitchen flows into the living and dining areas, creating a comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining. The primary bedroom includes a private bathroom, while the second bedroom and additional full bath provide flexibility for guests or a home office. Enjoy low-maintenance condo living in the desirable Somerset area with convenient access to shopping, dining, recreation, and Iowa State University. HOA dues include heat, water, garbage, snow removal, lawn care, and access to the Somerset community pool and clubhouse. Owner is responsible for electricity and internet.

2435 Aspen Road Unit 201, Ames

$220,000
2 Beds 2 Baths 747147 MLS
Charming home in Old Town Ames with a HUGE garden plot for all your homegrown fruits and veggies. This adorable two-bedroom home has plenty of space with a large kitchen and extra cabinets. All appliances included. The formal dining room is big enough for a large gathering, with a half bath located nearby for convenience. Hardwood floors take you to a quaint living room, with original banisters and a refinished wood front door. The enclosed front porch is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of your new neighborhood. Upstairs, you have two bedrooms and an updated full bathroom. The primary bedroom has an extra-large walk-in closet that will exceed your expectations. The yard is fantastic! One section is completely fenced, and the other is the garden of your dreams! Updates by the sellers include new HVAC, new garage doors, new water heater, new back door, new deck, garage siding updates, partially new foundation, upgraded electrical plugs/outlets, and more! Fantastic home ownership opportunity with this cutie, close to shopping, farmer's markets, and much more!

1203 Burnett Avenue, Ames

$238,000
2 Beds 2 Baths 747196 MLS
Welcome to 417 10th St, a well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home nestled in the heart of Ames! Step inside to find a spacious main-floor living room, convenient half bath, and a large, bright kitchen with plenty of room to gather. Sliding doors off the kitchen lead directly to the deck, creating an easy transition for outdoor dining, relaxing, or entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find two comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom. The basement adds even more flexibility with laundry, additional storage, and bonus space that could be used as a home gym, rec room, hobby area, or whatever best fits your needs. This home is in excellent condition and ready for its next owner to enjoy. The location is hard to beat, with the Main Street District, hospital, and bus stops all within walking distance. Enjoy convenient access to shopping, dining, local businesses, and everything that makes central Ames such a great place to call home.

417 10th Street, Ames

$350,000
3 Beds 4 Baths 746777 MLS
Three bedrooms. Three private en suite bathrooms. This exceptional new construction home offers a floor plan rarely found in Ames, giving every bedroom its own private bathroom for unmatched comfort, privacy, and flexibility. The open concept main level features a stylish kitchen, spacious living room, and dining area designed for everyday living and entertaining, along with a convenient half bath for guests. A two car attached garage provides ample room for vehicles and storage. Ideally located just minutes from Iowa State University with CyRide nearby, you'll enjoy quick access to campus, restaurants, shopping, and everyday conveniences. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, a home base in Ames, or a property with outstanding long-term versatility, this thoughtfully designed home is a rare opportunity in a great location.

407 Juniper Street, Ames

$350,000
3 Beds 4 Baths 746785 MLS
Three bedrooms. Three private en suite bathrooms. This exceptional new construction home offers a floor plan rarely found in Ames, giving every bedroom its own private bathroom for unmatched comfort, privacy, and flexibility. The open concept main level features a stylish kitchen, spacious living room, and dining area designed for everyday living and entertaining, along with a convenient half bath for guests. A two car attached garage provides ample room for vehicles and storage. Ideally located just minutes from Iowa State University with CyRide nearby, you'll enjoy quick access to campus, restaurants, shopping, and everyday conveniences. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, a home base in Ames, or a property with outstanding long-term versatility, this thoughtfully designed home is a rare opportunity in a great location.

409 Juniper Street, Ames

$693,750
5 Beds 3 Baths 747070 MLS
This 5BR, 3Ba Bailey Floor plan built by Happe Homes features over 3030 sq. ft of living space with a walkout lower level. The modern exterior has a grand entrance with 8' glass front door, 8' tall garage doors with window details, hardplank siding and 12 X 12 covered deck with westerbury railing. This isn't a standard spec home! The interior boasts 10' main floor ceilings, impressive kitchen with 8' center island and huge walk-in pantry with custom built in shelves, gas range and range hood, hard-surfaced floor and modern electric fireplace. Fall in love with the expansive windows at the back of the home which flood the home with natural light and showcase the pond in the backyard. The primary suite is 14' X 15' with direct access to ensuite bath (dual sinks. tiled shower and linen closet) and huge 13' X 7' closet flows directly into the main floor laundry and mudroom with built-in locker system. Opposite the primary suite are two additional bedrooms with full bath. A switchback staircase leads you to the lower level family room perfect for entertaining. Spacious living space and bar with center island for playing games, socializing and/or watching your favorite sporting event. Two lower level bedrooms and 3/4 bath and plenty of storage space. Gilbert School District, passive radon system, 24' deep garage. currently at rough-in stage.

4802 Polo Avenue, Ames

$289,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 747054 MLS
Welcome to 1419 Jefferson St, Ames — offered AS-IS. This home features a spacious layout with three main-level bedrooms and two generous living areas — plenty of room to entertain family and friends. Downstairs, a large basement offers flexible space to use as you please. Thanks to an underground gutter system, this basement has stood the test of time: while neighboring homes have flooded, this one has remained strong and dry — making it a reliable living or storage space. Outside, there's even more to enjoy: an attached deck, a shed, a two-car oversized garage, and a playhouse for the kids. With room to garden, work on projects, and entertain, there's plenty of yard to soak up the weather. What more could you look for in upper Ames? Conveniently located: 9 minutes to Iowa State University 2 minutes to North Grand Mall 4 minutes to Ada Hayden Park 4 minutes to Inis Grove Golf Course 6 minutes to Veenker Memorial Golf Course 45 minutes to Des Moines, 22 minutes to Boone Recent updates include: Roof, furnace, AC, water heater, washer & dryer, and refrigerator. Come check out a slice of paradise conveniently located in Ames! Offered AS-IS.

1419 Jefferson Street, Ames