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Cheap Home for sale in Story County, IA:
Welcome home to this well-maintained two-story residence in the desirable Somerset neighborhood of Ames. Built in 2005 and situated on an 8,000-square-foot lot, this inviting home offers 1,716 square feet of above-grade living space with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The functional floor plan provides comfortable living and entertaining spaces, while the second floor includes a primary suite, two additional bedrooms, and two bathrooms, providing flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. The unfinished 858-square-foot basement presents an excellent opportunity to expand your home. Build equity by adding a family room and a fourth bedroom. Outside, you'll enjoy a spacious yard with room

$360,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,716 sq ft

2517 Clayton Dr, Ames, IA 50010

Spacious yard • Unfinished basement • 8,125 sq ft lot

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Cheap Home for sale in Story County, IA:
Updated and move-in ready in convenient West Ames! This upper-level 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo features a bright, open-concept living space with great southern exposure and plenty of natural light. The refreshed kitchen features professionally painted lower cabinets, new quartz countertops, a new sink and faucet, new appliances, and a spacious walk-in pantry. The bathroom has also been tastefully updated with a new quartz vanity countertop, new sink, and new faucet. Enjoy the covered deck, generous bedroom closets, in-unit laundry, and a one-car garage. The association-owned private pool is perfect for summer! HOA dues cover exterior maintenance, lawn care, snow removal, and trash. Convenientl

$159,900

2 beds1 bath955 sq ft

412 Faulkner Ct, Ames, IA 50014

Covered deck • Private pool • In-unit laundry

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Story County, IA:
New price—an affordable opportunity to own in Ames! This bright 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo offers nearly 700 square feet of comfortable, low-maintenance living. The functional layout features a spacious living room, dedicated dining area, practical kitchen, in-unit laundry and a private bedroom filled with natural light. The $135 monthly HOA helps simplify exterior upkeep. Located near Iowa State University and everyday Ames amenities, this property is a great option for a first-time buyer, student, downsizer or anyone looking for a smart alternative to renting. Schedule your private showing today!

$129,900

1 bed1 bath658 sq ft

4510 Twain Cir #206, Ames, IA 50014

Private bedroom • In-unit laundry • Practical kitchen

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Story County, IA:
Welcome to 1111 Grand Ave, a centrally located Ames home offered at just $229,000. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family residence features new windows, new carpet, new appliances, and an updated kitchen and bathroom. The upstairs bonus room provides flexible space for a home office, hobby room, or additional storage, while the detached one-car garage adds everyday convenience. With thoughtful updates and a central location near the heart of Ames, this home is ready for its next owner.

$229,000

2 beds1 bath1,193 sq ft

1111 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010

New carpet • New appliances • Updated kitchen

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Story County, IA:
This house offers leverage for the handy homeowner. With this lot size, there's plenty of room for an oversized garage or shop. The bigger ticket items in the house are already done. Roof including sheathing was done in 2025. Electrical and HVAC are updated. Steel siding and replacement windows. That leaves cosmetic projects like flooring because there are hardwoods under the carpet, paint, fixtures, or additional bathroom options, etc. Have you wanted to live in a place where kids can ride bikes with almost no traffic? Where you can have a big garden on your own property? The options for a buyer willing to work hard/leverage their skills to transform a property into what they want are righ

$225,000

3 beds1 bath1,440 sq ft

413 N Water St, Cambridge, IA 50046

Updated electrical • Steel siding • Big garden

Property at 2843 Piccadilly Sq, Ames, IA 50010, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$439,900

4 beds3.5 baths1,658 sq ft

2843 Piccadilly Sq, Ames, IA 50010

Property at 2904 Bayberry Rd, Ames, IA 50014, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$425,000

4 beds2.5 baths2,231 sq ft

2904 Bayberry Rd, Ames, IA 50014

Property at 3523/3525 Tripp St, Ames, IA 50014, 4 beds, 2 baths

$225,000

4 beds2 baths1,440 sq ft

3523/3525 Tripp St, Ames, IA 50014

Property at 2421 Yorkshire Cir, Ames, IA 50010, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$414,900

3 beds2.5 baths351 sq ft

2421 Yorkshire Cir, Ames, IA 50010

Property at 709 Elm Ave, Story City, IA 50248, 7 beds, 4.5 baths

$399,900

7 beds4.5 baths3,925 sq ft

709 Elm Ave, Story City, IA 50248

Property at 403 Park St, Colo, IA 50056, 3 beds, 1 bath

$184,900

3 beds1 bath1,445 sq ft

403 Park St, Colo, IA 50056

Property at 2512 Eaton Ave, Ames, IA 50010, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$269,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,414 sq ft

2512 Eaton Ave, Ames, IA 50010

Property at 315 S Pine St, Zearing, IA 50278, 3 beds, 2 baths

$189,995

3 beds2 baths1,512 sq ft

315 S Pine St, Zearing, IA 50278

Property at 215 Cedar St, Story City, IA 50248, 5 beds, 4 baths

$185,000

5 beds4 baths1,552 sq ft

215 Cedar St, Story City, IA 50248

Property at 309 E Main St, Zearing, IA 50278, 3 beds, 1 bath

$174,900

3 beds1 bath988 sq ft

309 E Main St, Zearing, IA 50278

Property at 635 Meadow Pl, Ames, IA 50010, 3 beds, 2 baths

$165,000

3 beds2 baths1,141 sq ft

635 Meadow Pl, Ames, IA 50010

Property at 410 3rd Ave, Collins, IA 50055, 4 beds, 2 baths

$304,900

4 beds2 baths1,742 sq ft

410 3rd Ave, Collins, IA 50055

Property at 1421 Jacobson Dr, Story City, IA 50248, 5 beds, 3 baths

$439,900

5 beds3 baths1,484 sq ft

1421 Jacobson Dr, Story City, IA 50248

Property at 403 E 3rd St, Huxley, IA 50124, 2 beds, 1 bath

$175,000

2 beds1 bath937 sq ft

403 E 3rd St, Huxley, IA 50124

Property at 209 S Kellogg St, Ames, IA 50010, 4 beds, 2 baths

$209,000

4 beds2 baths2,383 sq ft

209 S Kellogg St, Ames, IA 50010

Property at 1714 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010, 3 beds, 2 baths

$299,000

3 beds2 baths503 sq ft

1714 Grand Ave, Ames, IA 50010

Property at 3542/3544 Tripp St, Ames, IA 50014, 4 beds, 2 baths

$225,000

4 beds2 baths1,440 sq ft

3542/3544 Tripp St, Ames, IA 50014

Property at 935 Trail Dr, Slater, IA 50244, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$339,900

3 beds2.5 baths1,450 sq ft

935 Trail Dr, Slater, IA 50244

Property at 822 7th St, Ames, IA 50010, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$299,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,660 sq ft

822 7th St, Ames, IA 50010

Property at 719 15th Street Pl, Nevada, IA 50201, 2 beds, 2 baths

$269,500

2 beds2 baths1,181 sq ft

719 15th Street Pl, Nevada, IA 50201

Property at 2117 Lacey Dr, Ames, IA 50010, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$370,000

3 beds2.5 baths1,814 sq ft

2117 Lacey Dr, Ames, IA 50010

Property at 804 Academy Cir, Nevada, IA 50201, 2 beds, 2 baths

$363,900

2 beds2 baths1,390 sq ft

804 Academy Cir, Nevada, IA 50201

Property at 810 6th St, Nevada, IA 50201, 2 beds, 1 bath

$192,500

2 beds1 bath1,393 sq ft

810 6th St, Nevada, IA 50201

Property at 135 K Ave, Nevada, IA 50201, 3 beds, 2 baths

$290,000

3 beds2 baths1,700 sq ft

135 K Ave, Nevada, IA 50201

Property at 202 North St, Zearing, IA 50278, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$220,000

3 beds1.5 baths1,210 sq ft

202 North St, Zearing, IA 50278

Property at 1035 Vermont Ct, Ames, IA 50014, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$440,000

4 beds3.5 baths2,396 sq ft

1035 Vermont Ct, Ames, IA 50014

Property at 703 Meadow Pl, Ames, IA 50010, 3 beds, 2 baths

$152,000

3 beds2 baths630 sq ft

703 Meadow Pl, Ames, IA 50010

Property at 210 Warner St, Colo, IA 50056, 3 beds, 1 bath

$179,900

3 beds1 bath1,176 sq ft

210 Warner St, Colo, IA 50056

Property at 147 Wilder Pl, Ames, IA 50014, 4 beds, 3.5 baths

$310,000

4 beds3.5 baths1,598 sq ft

147 Wilder Pl, Ames, IA 50014

Property at 5423 Norris St, Ames, IA 50014, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$260,000

4 beds1.5 baths990 sq ft

5423 Norris St, Ames, IA 50014

Property at 1204 9th St, Nevada, IA 50201, 5 beds, 2 baths

$160,000

5 beds2 baths2,465 sq ft

1204 9th St, Nevada, IA 50201

Property at 720 S 13th St, Nevada, IA 50201, 2 beds, 1 bath

$225,000

2 beds1 bath900 sq ft

720 S 13th St, Nevada, IA 50201

Property at 712 Timberland Dr, Story City, IA 50248, 2 beds, 2 baths

$325,000

2 beds2 baths1,530 sq ft

712 Timberland Dr, Story City, IA 50248

Property at 5525 Greene St, Ames, IA 50014, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$446,100

3 beds2.5 baths850 sq ft

5525 Greene St, Ames, IA 50014

Property at 11 4th St, Collins, IA 50055, 2 baths

$109,999

Studio2 baths1,152 sq ft

11 4th St, Collins, IA 50055

Property at 3517/3519 Tripp St, Ames, IA 50014

$225,000

— beds— baths1,440 sq ft

3517/3519 Tripp St, Ames, IA 50014

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Cheap Homes for Sale in Story County

There are currently 458 cheap homes for sale in Story County at a median listing price of $325K. Some of these homes are "Hot Homes," meaning they're likely to sell quickly. Most homes for sale in Story County stay on the market for 54 days. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in Story County every 15 minutes.

In the past month, 73 homes have been sold in Story County. In addition to houses in Story County, there were also 23 condos, 21 townhouses, and 5 multi-family units for sale in Story County last month. Find your dream home in Story County using the tools above. Use filters to narrow your search by price, square feet, beds, and baths to find homes that fit your criteria. Our top-rated real estate agents in Story County are local experts and are ready to answer your questions about properties, neighborhoods, schools, and the newest listings for sale in Story County. If you're looking to sell your home in the Story County area, our listing agents can help you get the best price. Redfin is redefining real estate and the home buying process in Story County with industry-leading technology, full-service agents, and lower fees that provide a better value for Redfin buyers and sellers.

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