1203 Scott Ave, Ames, IA 50014
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OFF MARKET

$309,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,416 sqft (on 0.58 acres)

1203 Scott Ave, Ames, IA 50014

Est. Refi. Payment $2,009/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 11, 2023 for $282,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$309K
Since last month
Increased$700 (+0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$5K (+1.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$28K (+9.7%)
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 +59% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$310K
August 2026$309K
July 2026$309K
June 2026$311K
May 2026$307K
April 2026$302K
March 2026$299K
February 2026$296K
January 2026$293K
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
3224 Ross Rd, Ames, IA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$284,900
09/19/25
4
2
1,788
1114 Scott Ave, Ames, IA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$242,000
10/15/25
3
2
1,139
1323 Wisconsin Cir, Ames, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$292,500
01/27/26
4
2
1,055
1315 Iowa Cir, Ames, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$342,000
06/11/26
4
2.5
1,765
1323 Scott Cir, Ames, IA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$392,000
09/18/25
4
3
1,611
516 Oliver Cir, Ames, IA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$476,000
06/30/26
4
2
1,291
3424 Oakland St, Ames, IA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$487,000
08/13/26
4
2
1,580
1122 Garfield Ave, Ames, IA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$271,000
06/22/26
5
2
1,349
3513 Ross Rd, Ames, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$400,000
01/14/26
5
2.5
1,596

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1221 Scott Ave, Ames, IA 50014
0.05
$286,900
3
2
1,809
Off Market
1306 Wisconsin Cir, Ames, IA 50014
0.09
$278,000
3
2
1,149
Off Market
1207 Iowa Ave, Ames, IA 50014
0.08
$285,500
4
2.5
1,263
Off Market
1114 Scott Ave, Ames, IA 50014
0.05
$249,000
3
2
1,139
Off Market
1312 Wisconsin Cir, Ames, IA 50014
0.10
$301,700
4
3
1,060
Off Market
1305/1307 Iowa Cir, Ames, IA 50014
0.11
$237,300
Studio
-
936
Off Market
1323 Scott Cir, Ames, IA 50014
0.12
$396,000
4
3
1,611
Off Market
1219 Wisconsin Ave, Ames, IA 50014
0.07
$355,000
5
3
2,796
Recently Sold
1315 Iowa Cir, Ames, IA 50014
0.14
$342,000
4
2.5
1,765
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1918
0.58 acre lot
1,416 sqft
$218/sqft
Garage

About this House

More than meets the eye in this wonderful West Ames craftsman on a huge treed and fenced-in lot. Features include: walking distance to ISU campus and Emma McCarthy Lee Park, Sawyer Elementary district, large mature trees including oak, maple, pine, walnut, magnolia, and lilac, fenced-in yard, raised garden beds, paver patio, enclosed front porch with wood flooring, oversized 2 car garage with workbench, organizers, shelving, and extra side parking stall, open main floor with living room and dining room all with original oak floors, tall ceilings, ceiling fans, and custom paint colors, 2 spacious bedrooms separated by an updated full bathroom with jetted tub, large eat-in kitchen with hickory cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Step down a couple steps to the laundry and mudroom area with storage cabinets and sink basin, then down the hallway to the primary bedroom with large closet and large full bathroom across the hallway. The basement is unfinished, but is stubbed for a future bathroom, could have a large family room finished, and provides plenty of storage areas. Additionally you will find a spacious attic great for storage or possible future finish, a new water heater in 2019, radon mitigation, new window treatments, and a 1 year AHS warranty being offered. A quick closing is an option so schedule your tour today!
1203 Scott Ave, Ames, IA 50014 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,416 sqft single-family home built in 1918. It last sold for the $282,500 asking price on Aug 11, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $309,200, with a rent estimate of $1,609/month.
Last check for updates: 32 minutes ago
Listed by Jared Van Cleave, (515) 233-2623
CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
Source: CIBR, MLS#62649

Home Details for 1203 Scott Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Master Bathroom, Full Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1416 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: GasSpa: BathHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s), Window TreatmentsFlooring: Laminate, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Laminate, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioFencing: FencedFoundation: Tile, Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking: Garage
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1416 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1918
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0905226050

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $282,500

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1416 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.58 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 62649Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1416

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 11, 2023
Source: CIBR #62649
Sold
$282,500
Jul 10, 2023
Source: CIBR #62649
Pending
$282,500
Jul 7, 2023
Source: CIBR #62649
PriceChange
$282,500
Price decreased by 2%
Jul 3, 2023
Source: CIBR #62649
Pending
$287,500
Jun 27, 2023
Source: CIBR #62649
PriceChange
$287,500
Price decreased by 1%

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 1203 Scott Ave

  • What is 1203 Scott Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1203 Scott Ave in Ames, IA is $309,200.
  • What is the price history for 1203 Scott Ave?
    1203 Scott Ave in Ames, IA last sold for $282,500 in August 2023.
  • 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 1203 Scott Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1203 Scott Ave in Ames, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1203 Scott Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1203 Scott Ave in Ames, IA has in-unit laundry.

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