1502 Buchanan Dr, Ames, IA 50010
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OFF MARKET

1502 Buchanan Dr
Ames, IA 50010

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,211 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

$347,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,251/mo*
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$347,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,251/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,211 sqft
(on 0.30 acres)

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
1976
Lot Size
0.3 acres
Living Area
1,211 sqft
Price/Sqft
$287
Parking
Garage

About this House

Have you ever wanted a fantastic location? This beautiful home is located close to Ada Hayden,
schools, shopping. Perfect for someone who would like 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 3 season room overlooking a
secret garden back yard. Two car attached garage,
two fireplaces. Finished lower level. New roof May 2024, New bow window. All appliances included plus
washer/dryer. This home has been extremely well taken care of.
1502 Buchanan Dr, Ames, IA 50010 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,211 sqft single-family home built in 1976. It last sold for $325,000 on Nov 15, 2024 (4% below the $340,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $347,100, with a rent estimate of $2,124/month.

Home Details for 1502 Buchanan Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 14Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Master Bathroom, Three Quarter Bathroom, 3 Season, Family Room, Informal Dining, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1211 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
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Gas, TwoHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window TreatmentsFlooring: Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood, Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioFencing: FencedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking: Garage
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1211 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 890 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1976
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement Board, Brick
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0527325240

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $340,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1211 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 65226Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1211
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Linda Sornsen, (515) 956-1501
Friedrich Iowa Realty
Ashley Terrell, (515) 232-6175
Friedrich Iowa Realty
Bought with: Anna Kempe, (515) 233-9100, Keller Williams Ames
Source: CIBR, MLS#65226

Price History for 1502 Buchanan Dr

DatePriceEventSource
11/15/2024$325,000Sold
CIBR #65226
08/25/2024$340,000PriceChange
CIBR #65226
08/01/2024$350,000Listed For SaleCIBR #65226
07/24/2024ListingRemovedCIBR #65226
07/17/2024$350,000Listed For SaleCIBR #65226
11/24/2008$161,000Sold
CIBR #25097

Market trends in Ames

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$314K
$14.58KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$210
$5MoM
Available listings
181
18MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,760
Assessment$325,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1502 Buchanan Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1510 Wheeler Dr, Ames, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$415,000
06/05/26
4
3
1,532
3324 Buchanan Ct, Ames, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$399,000
08/27/25
4
3
1,815
1616 Truman Dr, Ames, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$365,000
08/07/26
4
2.5
1,847
1212 Jefferson St, Ames, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$295,000
09/12/25
4
2.5
1,050
3405 Madison Ct, Ames, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$373,000
07/07/26
3
3
1,521
2018 Polk Dr, Ames, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$330,000
10/30/25
4
3
1,524
3118 Eisenhower Ave, Ames, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$282,500
11/05/25
4
2.5
1,548
3411 Madison Ct, Ames, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$360,000
09/08/25
4
3.5
1,788
2019 Taylor Cir, Ames, IA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$420,000
07/01/26
4
3
1,311
2844 Monroe Dr, Ames, IA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$344,900
08/28/25
6
3
1,232

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Assigned Schools

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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

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % 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 1502 Buchanan Dr

  • What is 1502 Buchanan Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1502 Buchanan Dr in Ames, IA is $347,100.
  • What is the price history for 1502 Buchanan Dr?
    1502 Buchanan Dr in Ames, IA last sold for $325,000 in November 2024.
  • Is Ames a buyer's or seller's market?
    Ames is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Ames?
    The median sale price in Ames is $314K. That is down $14.58K from the prior month.
  • Does 1502 Buchanan Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1502 Buchanan Dr in Ames, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1502 Buchanan Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1502 Buchanan Dr in Ames, IA has in-unit laundry.
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