116 15th St, Ames, IA 50010
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OFF MARKET

$303,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,623 sqft

116 15th St, Ames, IA 50010

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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 1, 2024 for $279,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$304K
Since last month
Increased$600 (+0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$19K (+6.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$23K (+8.2%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +74% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$303K
July 2026$302K
June 2026$302K
May 2026$298K
April 2026$292K
March 2026$289K
February 2026$289K
January 2026$290K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
234 17th St, Ames, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$275,000
11/05/25
3
1.5
1,404
133 E 13th St, Ames, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$265,000
10/02/25
4
2
1,320
1615 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$220,000
12/04/25
3
2
1,095
1532 Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$245,000
07/16/26
3
2
768
1520 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$275,000
12/30/25
4
2
1,062

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1510 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.04
$142,450
2
1
720
Recently Sold
1425 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.03
$192,800
1
1
979
Off Market
1421 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.06
$181,700
2
1.5
743
Off Market
1511 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.08
$259,100
3
1.5
1,352
Off Market
1520 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.08
$275,000
4
2
1,062
Recently Sold
1524 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.09
$204,600
2
1
1,039
Off Market
1522 Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.12
$251,500
3
1.5
1,188
Off Market
218 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.12
$179,300
3
1
1,272
Off Market
1412 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.08
$282,300
4
2
1,224
Off Market
123 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.12
$232,700
2
1
825
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1915
Living Area
1,623 sqft
Price/Sqft
$187
Parking
Garage

About this House

Nestled in a desirable area just minutes from Mary Greeley and McFarland Medical Center, as well as the vibrant downtown Ames, this stunning Craftsman-style home offers a perfect blend of classic charm and modern convenience.

Step inside to discover beautifully crafted oak built-ins and original hardwood floors that exude warmth and character. The inviting living room flows seamlessly into a delightful three-season porch, accessible through elegant French doors—ideal for enjoying morning coffee or evening relaxation.

The remodeled kitchen features contemporary finishes, making it a joy to cook and entertain. Conveniently located main floor laundry adds to the home's functionality.

Upstairs, you'll find three spacious bedrooms, including a large primary suite complete with a walk-in closet and cozy nook perfect for reading or a home office. A full bath serves the upper level, providing ample space for family and guests.

The exterior boasts a two-car detached garage and a shaded side patio, perfect for outdoor gatherings or quiet afternoons. The basement, completely replaced in 1964, offers a spacious family room, a storage room with built-in shelves, and mechanicals.

This lovely home combines comfort, style, and a fantastic location—truly a rare find in Ames! Don't miss your chance to make it your own!
116 15th St, Ames, IA 50010 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,623 sqft single-family home built in 1915. It last sold for $279,900 on Nov 1, 2024 (4% above the $269,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $303,700, with a rent estimate of $1,527/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Brenda Petersen, (515) 233-2623
CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
Bought with: The Engelman Team, (515) 232-6175, Friedrich Iowa Realty
Source: CIBR, MLS#65683

Home Details for 116 15th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Full Bathroom, 3 Season, Dining Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1623 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: GasHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window TreatmentsFlooring: Luxury Vinyl, Hardwood, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Luxury Vinyl, Hardwood, Carpet

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 (below surface): 289 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0535380010

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $269,900

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1623 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7405.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 65683

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 1, 2024
Source: CIBR #65683
Sold
$279,900
Sep 19, 2024
Source: CIBR #65683
Listed For Sale
$269,900
Jul 14, 2014
Source: N/A
Sold
$174,000
Jul 8, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$174,900
Price decreased by 3%
Jun 17, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$179,900
Price decreased by 3%

Market trends in Ames

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$323K
$8.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$215
$6MoM
Available listings
177
4MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Ames

At least 172 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 90 % 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

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 51 % 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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  • Deemurphy45
    "It’s a great place to walk dogs and very close to a park."
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  • samantha carhart
    "It’s a good location with an adequate amount of amenities available. There is a good amount of trails, parks as well. "
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  • Pelkeykay21
    "Genuinely love being here, super kid friendly and safe to raise kids. Houses and apartments are nice and quiet. "
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Emily D. S.
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 116 15th St

  • What is 116 15th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 116 15th St in Ames, IA is $303,700.
  • What is the price history for 116 15th St?
    116 15th St in Ames, IA last sold for $279,900 in November 2024.
  • Is Ames a buyer's or seller's market?
    Ames is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Ames?
    The median sale price in Ames is $323K. That is up $8.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 116 15th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 116 15th St in Ames, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 116 15th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 116 15th St in Ames, IA has in-unit laundry.

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