Located just north of Ames on 0.7 acres, this spectacular property is surrounded by nature with gorgeous views and ample outdoor space. Charming ranch style home with 3 bedrooms, full bath, and laundry, all conveniently located on the main floor. The kitchen features warm hickory cabinets. Large south facing windows in the living room offer ever changing views of wild turkeys, grazing deer, squirrels, and a variety of songbirds. Downstairs, the spacious family room features a wood burning stove, more amazing views, and easy access to the outdoor patio and backyard. There is plenty of room for overnight guests with additional bath and non-conforming 4th bedroom. But wait, there's more!! The heated sunroom allows you to bring the outdoors in no matter the weather. The oversized 2.5 car garage has room for all your gear and the downstairs workshop is perfect for woodworking or a home gym. Utilities are budget friendly with energy efficient, geothermal heating and cooling. Enjoy live music and other family friendly events at the nearby Prairie Moon Winery and Alluvial Brewery. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity. Schedule your private showing today.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
0.73 acresLot Size
$184Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Misty Metschke• Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
Contact: 515-451-3279
Bought with Gina M. McAndrews• CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.73 Acres
Year renovated
1977
Sq. Ft.
2,438
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Story County
APN
0520125155
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
R-1
Transitional Residential District
The R-1 Transitional Residential District is designed to provide a district for single-family detached dwellings between a rural and urban density. Subdivisions created within the R-1 district may also include community facilities and open space uses, with special provisions to protect the residential character of the District. This District is not intended to permit isolated rural dwellings incompatible with surrounding land uses and not in conformance with the Cornerstone to Capstone C2C Comprehensive Plan. The R-1 Transitional Residential District shall be located in the Urban Expansion Area or Rural Villages as shown on the C2C Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Cemetery
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Geothermal
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Window Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 11
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Walk-Out Access
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1513.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,513
Below Grade Finished Area: 850
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Brick, 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 Features: Rolling Slope
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 31799.0
Lot Size Area: 31,799
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.73
Zoning: Residential
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $352
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $29.33
Schools Information
High School District: Gilbert
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,438
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.73 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 1977
County: Story County
APN: 0520125155
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®
AttributionContact: 515-451-3279
Around this home
Schools
Gilbert Elementary School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 2.4mi
Gilbert Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
10/10
Gilbert High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
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 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$414,000 – $501,000
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