Welcome home to this 1929-built, charming, bungalow nestled in the sought after Brookside neighborhood. With 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and 1,144 sq ft, this home blends historic character with modern comfort (updated electric, all new windows/doors, solar, newer appliances, fresh paint). The welcoming front porch, the bright sunroom, and back deck invite relaxing indoor-outdoor living. Garden space and a chicken coop for your outdoor hobbies. A detached garage and full, water proofed basement provide utility and flexibility. Located within walking distance to downtown Ames, Brookside Park, and Ames High and not far from Iowa State University. This is a great opportunity to own a beautiful home in a prime location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
9,480 sq ftLot Size
$223Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jen Burkamper• RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Listed by Jaelynn Burkamper• RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Cute 1920's home on a quiet street with hardwood floors, updated electric, central air, and dishwasher. The front porch/deck area has plenty of room for decorations for holidays and the back deck has room for entertaining your guests with fresh vegetables from the garden. On the south side of the residence is a sunroom with room to start your plants for the backyard garden. The residence is a short distance from Ames High School and just a little further to Meeker Elementary School. Residence is less than a mile to downtown Ames and Iowa State University and a half-mile to Brookside Park.
DMMLS #553376
Jul 29, 2017
Listed
$178,000
$156/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,530 (+2.3%)
$61,600 + $156,300
$217,900
2024
$2,474 (−2.0%)
$61,600 + $156,300
$217,900
2023
$2,524 (+1.3%)
$39,700 + $145,000
$184,700
2022
$2,492 (−4.3%)
$39,700 + $119,200
$158,900
2021
$2,604 (+1.6%)
$39,700 + $119,200
$158,900
2020
$2,562 (−3.5%)
$39,200 + $117,400
$156,600
2019
$2,656 (+2.8%)
$39,200 + $117,400
$156,600
2018
$2,584 (+5.6%)
$39,200 + $117,400
$156,600
2017
$2,448 (+2.4%)
$39,200 + $117,400
$156,600
2016
$2,390 (+15.8%)
$39,200 + $117,400
$156,600
2014
$2,064
$42,700 + $91,000
$133,700
Tax history for 712 Ridgewood Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,530 (+2.3%)
$61,600 + $156,300
$217,900
2024
$2,474 (−2.0%)
$61,600 + $156,300
$217,900
2023
$2,524 (+1.3%)
$39,700 + $145,000
$184,700
2022
$2,492 (−4.3%)
$39,700 + $119,200
$158,900
2021
$2,604 (+1.6%)
$39,700 + $119,200
$158,900
2020
$2,562 (−3.5%)
$39,200 + $117,400
$156,600
2019
$2,656 (+2.8%)
$39,200 + $117,400
$156,600
2018
$2,584 (+5.6%)
$39,200 + $117,400
$156,600
2017
$2,448 (+2.4%)
$39,200 + $117,400
$156,600
2016
$2,390 (+15.8%)
$39,200 + $117,400
$156,600
2014
$2,064
$42,700 + $91,000
$133,700
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
158 ft.
Lot size
9,480 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1929
Sq. Ft.
1,144
Year built
1929
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Story County
APN
0903425320
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.
RL
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: 1
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full 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, Disposal, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Unfinished, Sump Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1144.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,144
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Property Features
Green Energy Generation: Solar
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size : 9480.0
Lot Size Area: 9,480
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Zoning: Res
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Ames
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,144
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,480 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: 1929
County: Story County
APN: 0903425320
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®
Around this home
Schools
Meeker Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
Ames Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
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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Estimated sale price
$242,000 – $293,000
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