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Off Market Aug 2024 for $350K

$353,811

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,324/mo

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2,425

sq ft

3431 Ross Rd, Ames, IA 50014

About this home

Get ready to be amazed by this spacious and charming mid-century modern home located directly across the street from over 30 acres to explore within Emma McCarthy Lee Park and also close to the ISU campus! After admiring the beautiful Iowa scenery through the picturesque walking paths that meander through the woods and over Clear Creek, take note of the tennis/pickleball courts, multiple play sets, and shelters just a stone's throw away from your front door. Stepping inside the 1437 square foot home, you'll love the hardwood floors and unbelievable amount of natural light that pours in through the south-facing windows. The stunning views they provide will blow you away as you enjoy your morning coffee and admire the many deer that have made their home in the woods. The main level boasts an open concept layout that seamlessly connects the living room/kitchen/dining areas. 3 bedrooms along with a full and 1/2 bath complete the main floor. Moving downstairs, you'll be greeted by a large family room, 4th bedroom, 3/4 bathroom, and exercise room. Step outside onto the back deck and unwind by the fire pit or spend some time in the generous garden area. The fenced-in backyard is ideal for kids and pets and will offer even more space to enjoy the great outdoors! Recent updates include a new roof and gutters in 2023, furnace and A/C in 2022, water heater in 2024, and newer kitchen appliances ensuring peace of mind for years to come. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this fantastic property in the perfect location! All offers will be reviewed on Monday, 7/15 at noon.

Single-familyProperty Type

1956Year Built

0.33 acresLot Size

$146Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by The Engelman Team • Friedrich Realty

Bought with The Engelman Team • Friedrich Realty

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•Source:CIBOR #65180

Redfin Estimate

$353,811

$3,811 since sold in August 2024$2,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 8.6% higher than the average sale price ($326K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$330,000
A
4 beds2.5 baths1,816 sq ft
1247 Wisconsin Ave, Ames, IA 50014
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$455,000
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,718 sq ft
3800 Phoenix St, Ames, IA 50014
SOLD JUN 11, 2026
$342,000
C
4 beds2.5 baths1,974 sq ft
1315 Iowa Cir, Ames, IA 50014
SOLD JUL 17, 2026
$320,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,583 sq ft
433 Westwood Dr, Ames, IA 50014
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$254,600
E
3 beds2 baths1,067 sq ft
3718 Ross Rd, Ames, IA 50014
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$252,500
F
4 beds2 baths912 sq ft
1323 Arizona Ave, Ames, IA 50014

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$3,215/mo

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Market trends in 50014, IA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.5%

+0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$359K

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

14d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

108

27 MoM

New listings for sale

$316,000
3 beds3.5 baths1,240 sq ft
4205 Westbrook Dr, Ames, IA 50014
$554,900
3 beds3 baths2,579 sq ft
2935 Green Hills Dr, Ames, IA 50014
$399,000
5 beds3.5 baths2,006 sq ft
4532 Clemens Blvd, Ames, IA 50014
$259,900
4 beds2 baths1,424 sq ft
4010 Toronto St, Ames, IA 50014
$275,000
2 beds3 baths1,423 sq ft
1514 Indiana Ave, Ames, IA 50014
$400,000
4 beds2 baths1,646 sq ft
2227 Storm St, Ames, IA 50014
$79,750
1 bed1 bath610 sq ft
2200 Hamilton Dr #503, Ames, IA 50014
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Sale history for 3431 Ross Rd

Date

Event

Price

CIBOR #65180

Aug 14, 2024

Sold

$350,000

$144/sq ft

Jul 15, 2024

Pending

—

Jul 11, 2024

Listed

$324,900

$134/sq ft

DMMLS #698964

Jul 11, 2024

Listed

$324,900

$134/sq ft

DMMLS #584302

Jul 16, 2019

Sold

$244,000

$101/sq ft

Jun 7, 2019

Listed

$234,900

$97/sq ft

+15

Ideal mid-century modern ranch home with over 1400 square feet, large yard, and across the street from Emma McCarthy Lee park! Don't miss this opportunity to own a great home in an ideal location. The open concept living room, kitchen, and dining room area give this home the perfect layout for hosting guests. The kitchen boasts new counters and several other updates. The hardwood floors are in great shape and the basement adds a bonus room and bathroom as well as additional living space.

CIBOR #52133

Jul 16, 2019

Sold

$244,000

$101/sq ft

Jun 3, 2019

Listed

$234,900

$97/sq ft

Public Records

Jun 16, 2011

Sold

$173,500

$72/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 14, 2006

Sold

$168,000

$69/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,196 (+2.1%)

$70,900 + $255,900

$326,800

2024

$4,108 (+3.4%)

$70,900 + $255,900

$326,800

2023

$3,972 (+1.2%)

$59,000 + $230,200

$289,200

2022

$3,924 (−4.1%)

$59,000 + $177,100

$236,100

2021

$4,092 (+19.5%)

$59,000 + $177,100

$236,100

2020

$3,424 (−3.4%)

$58,100 + $174,500

$232,600

2019

$3,546 (+2.8%)

$51,600 + $154,600

$206,200

2018

$3,450 (+4.5%)

$51,600 + $154,600

$206,200

2017

$3,300 (+2.4%)

$51,600 + $154,600

$206,200

2016

$3,222 (+14.0%)

$51,600 + $154,600

$206,200

2014

$2,826

$48,900 + $127,000

$175,900

Tax history for 3431 Ross Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,196 (+2.1%)

$70,900 + $255,900

$326,800

2024

$4,108 (+3.4%)

$70,900 + $255,900

$326,800

2023

$3,972 (+1.2%)

$59,000 + $230,200

$289,200

2022

$3,924 (−4.1%)

$59,000 + $177,100

$236,100

2021

$4,092 (+19.5%)

$59,000 + $177,100

$236,100

2020

$3,424 (−3.4%)

$58,100 + $174,500

$232,600

2019

$3,546 (+2.8%)

$51,600 + $154,600

$206,200

2018

$3,450 (+4.5%)

$51,600 + $154,600

$206,200

2017

$3,300 (+2.4%)

$51,600 + $154,600

$206,200

2016

$3,222 (+14.0%)

$51,600 + $154,600

$206,200

2014

$2,826

$48,900 + $127,000

$175,900

*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

Baths

Stories

Lot width

81 ft.

Lot depth

175 ft.

Lot size

0.33 Acres

Year renovated

1956

Sq. Ft.

2,425

Year built

1956

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Story County

APN

0905201090

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.

Residential Low Density Zone

This zone is intended to accommodate primarily single-family dwellings, while accommodating certain existing two-family dwellings and other uses customarily found in low-density residential areas.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 15
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: Fenced

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1437.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,437
Below Grade Finished Area: 988
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Brick, Wood Siding, Fiber Cement
Foundation Details: Block

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size : 14175.0
Lot Size Area: 14,175
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Zoning: RL

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

Schools Information
High School District: Ames

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,425
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1956
County: Story County
APN: 0905201090

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

Around this home

Schools

Abbie Sawyer Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

8/10

Ames Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

6/10

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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 102° 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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Ames, IA • 50014

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Estimated sale price

$337,000 – $407,000

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Home values near 3431 Ross Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3521 Ross Road, Ames, IA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2085 Sq. Ft.	$380,567
3611 Ross Road, Ames, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1219 Sq. Ft.	$327,543

Address	Redfin Estimate
3503 Ross Road, Ames, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1144 Sq. Ft.	$291,007
3425 Ross Road, Ames, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2283 Sq. Ft.	$361,977

Address	Redfin Estimate
3605 Ross Road, Ames, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1726 Sq. Ft.	$322,786
3513 Ross Road, Ames, IA 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2910 Sq. Ft.	$444,302

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