One of a kind private retreat! No detail was spared in this custom home conveniently located close to Ames & surrounding areas. This beautiful home sits on 6.6 wooded acres and awaits the most discriminating buyers. You will love the openness of the floor plan as well as the abundance of space & storage. Simply perfect for entertaining or great family living. There are 3 full levels of living area all with in-floor heating, zoned heating and cooling w/ separate zone for master bedroom. 1st floor master suite plus guest quarters. Four additional bedrooms all with their own bath. Main level features a gourmet kitchen with alderwood cabinetry and Viking appliances, large island, refreshment bar, spacious breakfast area. You will also find aa 2-story foyer, office, formal dining room, great room with stone fireplace and a master suite. The lower level does not disappoint. It features a family room with fireplace, large bar for entertaining, theater room, half bath, billiard room, exercise room and bedroom with its own bath. The attached 3 car garage has zero entry and is heated. Lush outdoor living spaces include custom patio area, multi-level ponds connected by a 10' babbling brook await just outside either of the back patios and a screened in summer house with wood burning fireplace. In addition, there is a 2-story heated two car detached garage conveniently located across from the drive of the main residence. The upper level has a private entrance and is nicely finished with a ¾ bath and a room for an office/studio or guest quarters, AC/furnace, built-in cabinets with a sink and mini refrigerator, hardwired for internet and surround sound. The house is also equipped with a 40KW, natural gas generator with 400 amp auto transfer switch. a 2-story foyer, office, formal dining room, great room with stone fireplace and a master suite. The lower level does not disappoint. It features a family room with fireplace, large bar for entertaining, theater room, half bath, billiard room, exercise room and bedroom with its own bath. The attached 3 car garage has zero entry and is heated. Lush outdoor living spaces include custom patio area, multi-level ponds connected by a 10' babbling brook await just outside either of the back patios and a screened in summer house with wood burning fireplace. In addition, there is a 2-story heated two car detached garage conveniently located across from the drive of the main residence. The upper level has a private entrance and is nicely finished with a ¾ bath and a room for an office/studio or guest quarters, AC/furnace, built-in cabinets with a sink and mini refrigerator, hardwired for internet and surround sound. The house is also equipped with a 40KW, natural gas generator with 400 amp auto transfer switch.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
7
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6.61 Acres
Year renovated
2007
Sq. Ft.
7,491
Year built
2007
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Story County
APN
0513400085
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
GB-C
Greenbelt-Conservation District
The Greenbelt-Conservation District is intended to provide special regulations for resource conservation of lands containing sensitive environmental conditions. These regulations permit reasonable economic use of property and at the same time protect the natural resources and recreational assets of the area. This District is designated to promote water quality and conservation, to protect aquifers, alluvial soils and slopes; and to protect areas which possess outstanding scenic, vegetation, wildlife habitat, and travel corridors, geological, historic or recreational values. Structures inconsistent with the permitted uses shall not be allowed in the Greenbelt-Conservation District.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Livestock production
Recreation
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum
Window Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener, Water Softener Owned, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood Burning
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 18
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch, Deck
Pool Information
Has Spa/Hot Tub
Spa Features: Bath
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 4907.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,457
Below Grade Finished Area: 2,584
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Stucco, Brick
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Pond
Security Features: Security System
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size : 6.0
Lot Size Area: 6
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 6.61
Zoning: Residential
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Gilbert
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 7.0
Sq. Ft.: 7,491
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6.61 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: 2007
County: Story County
APN: 0513400085
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®
Around this home
Schools
Gilbert Intermediate School
Public 3-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi
7/10
Gilbert Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
10/10
Gilbert High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 103° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.2 hrs
4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.44M – $1.74M
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