Solidly built brick ranch offering a functional layout, an absolutely gorgeous backyard and FOUR garage stalls! The main floor offers 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and main floor laundry. Entertain outdoors with the large backyard, pergola-covered deck, and mature landscaping! The standout feature is the oversized 2-car detached garage, offering plenty of room for vehicles, tools, a workshop, or recreational equipment. The full basement expands the living space with a spacious rec room, a non-conforming bedroom, a nook perfect for working from home or hobbies, a full bath, and additional storage. Major mechanical updates are complete: a new roof, gutters, and leaf guards on both the house and shed (2024); a new furnace and central air (2024), and a battery backup sump pump (2024). With a full brick exterior and great bones, this home is a blank slate ready for your personal style and finishing touches - only cosmetic updates are needed. Also, enjoy everything Nevada has to offer--from its welcoming small-town atmosphere, community parks and recreation, and vibrant local events to the convenience of being just minutes from Ames, Iowa State University, and easy access to Highway 30. This is the perfect opportunity to make a well-maintained home your own with just cosmetic touches!
Solidly built brick ranch offering a functional layout, an absolutely gorgeous backyard and FOUR garage stalls! The main floor offers 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath, and main floor laundry. Entertain outdoors with the large backyard, pergola-covered deck, and mature landscaping! The standout feature is the oversized 2-car detached garage, offering plenty of room for vehicles, tools, a workshop, or recreational equipment. The full basement expands the living space with a spacious rec room, a non-conforming bedroom, a nook perfect for working from home or hobbies, a full bath, and additional storage. Major mechanical updates are complete: a new roof, gutters, and leaf guards on both the house and shed (2024); a new furnace and central air (2024), and a battery backup sump pump (2024). With a full brick exterior and great bones, this home is a blank slate ready for your personal style and finishing touches - only cosmetic updates are needed. Also, enjoy everything Nevada has to offer—from its welcoming small-town atmosphere, community parks and recreation, and vibrant local events to the convenience of being just minutes from Ames, Iowa State University, and easy access to Highway 30. This is the perfect opportunity to make a well-maintained home your own with just cosmetic touches!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,584 (+4.2%)
$45,000 + $206,800
$251,800
2025
$3,440 (−0.6%)
$45,000 + $206,800
$251,800
2024
$3,460 (−2.8%)
$45,000 + $206,800
$251,800
2023
$3,558 (+8.8%)
$39,000 + $192,300
$231,300
2022
$3,270 (+3.0%)
$36,000 + $153,700
$189,700
2021
$3,176 (+3.1%)
$36,000 + $153,700
$189,700
2020
$3,080 (−2.4%)
$33,000 + $129,300
$162,300
2019
$3,156 (+2.7%)
$33,000 + $129,300
$162,300
2018
$3,074 (+2.9%)
$33,000 + $129,300
$162,300
2017
$2,988 (+2.6%)
$33,000 + $118,800
$151,800
2016
$2,912 (+7.6%)
$33,000 + $118,800
$151,800
2014
$2,706
$24,000 + $112,500
$136,500
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
60 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
8,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1983
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,954
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,954
Year built
1983
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Story County
APN
1106385140
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2026.
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 101° 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Nevada, IA • 50201
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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67
48
49
32
34
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Nevada. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.1 hrs
5.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1411 3rd St
$264,532
$3,368 under list price of $268K
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