115 E 13th St, Ames, IA 50010
FOR SALE
NEW - 6 HRS AGO
0.25 ACRES

115 E 13th St
Ames, IA 50010

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,414 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$279,000

$279,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,414 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Thoughtfully updated throughout and near parks, downtown, and Mary Greeley, this inviting 1.5-story home is ready to welcome its next owner. Filled with natural light, the living room features a large bay window that creates an airy and relaxing space. The kitchen boasts abundant cabinet storage, stainless steel appliances, and flows seamlessly into the dining area with direct access to the deck overlooking the backyard. The main floor includes two bedrooms and a 3/4 bathroom, while the upper level features two generously sized bedrooms with large closets, and a full bathroom, providing flexibility for families, guests, or home office space. The unfinished basement houses the laundry and utility area while offering plenty of storage. Outside, you will love the oversized fenced backyard complete with a swingset, fire pit, paver patio, gardening bed, and mature landscaping that creates a private outdoor retreat. A detached one-car garage and attached garden shed provide additional storage for tools, toys, and hobbies. Updates include all new siding (2023), roof (2015), and a new sump pump (2025). Whether you are searching for a move-in ready family home near Meeker elementary school, or a great investment opportunity near the heart of Ames, this home checks all the boxes.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$197
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 115 E 13th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Three Quarter Bathroom, Full Bathroom, Informal Dining, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1414 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: GasHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window TreatmentsFlooring: Luxury Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Luxury Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking: Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Hard Surface
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 832 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: <1 day on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Construction Materials: Stone
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0535454100

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $279,000Price Per Sqft: $197

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Ames
School Information
High School District: Ames

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 70392

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1414 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 70392Attribution Contact: 515-708-3115Above Grade Unfinished Area: 832
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Katie Riedeman, (515) 708-3115
CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
Source: CIBR, MLS#70392
Also Listed on CIBR.

Market trends in Ames

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$333K
$21.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.3%
0.0%MoM
Price per sq ft
$214
$0MoM
Available listings
147
14MoM

Price History for 115 E 13th St

DatePriceEventSource
06/05/2026$279,000Listed For SaleCIBR #70392
08/30/2023$213,500Sold
CIBR #62733
08/01/2023$229,000PendingDMMLS #677927
07/09/2023$229,000Listed For SaleCIBR #62733
08/18/2009$133,500Sold
CIBR #27860

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,982
Assessment$249,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 115 E 13th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
133 E 13th St, Ames, IA
0.04
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$265,000
10/02/25
4
2
1,320
1303 Stafford Ave, Ames, IA
0.09
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$258,000
08/07/25
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2
1,360
1002 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA
0.25
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$210,000
02/12/26
3
2
1,438
1203 Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$230,000
07/28/25
4
2
1,605
826 Duff Ave, Ames, IA
0.34
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$256,000
03/13/26
4
2
1,969
1527 Meadowlane Ave, Ames, IA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$245,000
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4
2
1,159

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What Locals Say about Ames

At least 171 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 78 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 31 % Say there are community events

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    "nice walks friendly folks, close to downtown and the parks and shopping and restaurants and public transit and my workplace and the university and skate park"
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    "It's a nice safe community that is idea for families and professionals. Many resources in the community. Close to Wal-Mart and other places. Great place for families."
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  • Phay B
    "Everything is walking distance. Parks, food, stores, post office, city hall and the library, but still close enough to hear Jack Trice on game day! "
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  • Emma D.
    "Easy access to the interstate or highways from any part of town. I usually commute to West Des Moines and it's usually an easy 40-minute drive. Still plenty close to the Des Moines area without being in it. "
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  • Rjbjork28
    "Ames has a great downtown with Farmers Market and events sorting thru fall. Great outdoors trails and parks used year round by ISU students and residents."
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  • Marcia B.
    "Many, many dog owners and lovers in the neighborhood. Dog walking is a common, daily activity for most of these people. Even non dog owners seem to like to see the dogs out and about. Owners are conscientious about picking up after their pets."
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  • Deemurphy45
    "Many dog owners walk this street to get to the park in the neighborhood. It’s a perfect place to walk dogs. Many people here have dogs."
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  • Spencer L.
    "extremely nice for college. within walking distance to hyvee and the bus stop for isu. which is only a 2 minute drive away anyways."
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  • Emma D.
    "Parks are leash-only, but observant and respectful owners can have their dogs off-leash. Lots of good sidewalks and open prairie for dogs to sniff around. "
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  • Kari Z.
    "There is currently a park for kids with special needs being built, lots of young families, and not what you would assume of a college town."
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  • Munia A.
    "Everyone’s very nice and respectful it’s just a good area to live in, in general. Strangers and neighbors you don’t know are very friendly easy to be comfortable."
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  • Emily W.
    "I’ve lived here for 6 years and love the town! It has the feel of a small country town but the amenities of a city. "
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  • Maple S.
    "Friendly neighbors. It’s quiet and beautiful. I feel safe walking around with my kids. People say hello."
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    "They wouldn’t like the extra icy sidewalks in the winter. It’s impossible to walk for a few months of the year. "
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  • Emily D. S.
    "My storage unit has been broken into twice with minor things stolen out of it. I wouldn’t recommend this area for families. "
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  • Emily D. S.
    "This is within easy walking distance to Iowa State’s campus. I usually bike unless it’s raining or snowing, and that ride is super quick. It’s also a very short drive to HyVee for groceries. "
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  • Tbaccam2017
    "It’s nice and quiet. Kept clean and looking really good. Other wise I would definitely recommend people to live in Ames."
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  • Darren Q.
    "there are some undesirable kinds around but mostly they keep to themselves. train tracks are something you need to teach your kids"
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  • Corgi girl
    "It's a dog friendly neighborhood, but it's also by two busy streets. my biggest qualm is that people dont pick up their trash and sometimes their dog's poop."
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  • Cormier
    "Very cute area and safe if the ball runs into the road. People are sweet and helpful. But if you’re a city person, this is not for you! "
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  • Scott N.
    "Turn of the last Century charm! Quite! Walk to stores, churches, events, restaurant! Dog walking is big here! Bike and skateboard friendly! Hoot Owls, Birds, Squirrels, Rabbits, Raccoons, Possums. Trees tons of ground cover plants. Shade!!!!"
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  • Synthiajennings
    "Lived here a year and most of my neighbors are pretty friendly and worth getting to know. Ive had no issues with any crime or vandalism either all in all a great place to live"
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  • Delainee G.
    "They would like that it’s not a high traffic area so less to worry about. They would see other dogs too. "
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  • Brandon.b7364
    "I’ve lived here for 2 years. It’s ISU owned housing so we have most amenities. It’s near Greek housing so there is a large party scene on the weekends. It’s also near Lincoln Way so it can be loud."
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  • Mlcobarruvias
    "Safe neighborhood. Easy walk to downtown and Fareway. Love its proximity to the University while still being located near all the major shopping areas."
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  • Holly K.
    "We have a dog friendly neighborhood and not a high crime area. We also have neighbors that decorate for most holidays and really look forward to see what they'll come up with."
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  • Laryssa M.
    "Its nice to live close to campus but it would be better if it had some grocery store near by. It feels safe and I like that the bars are right across the street!"
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  • Holly K.
    "It is a nice quiet neighborhood and most owners keep their dogs on a leash or in their yard at all times."
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  • Stephanie S.
    "I don't live in Ames .... I only work here.. the town is dead in the summer because all the college students are gone."
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Katie Riedeman, CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
Agent Phone: (515) 708-3115
Information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but not accurate.
115 E 13th St, Ames, IA 50010 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,414 sqft single-family home built in 1949. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CIBR on Jun 5, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 70392.