1821 Maxwell Ave, Ames, IA 50010
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FOR SALE

$279,900

Original price: $289,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,146 sqft

1821 Maxwell Ave, Ames, IA 50010

Est. Mortgage $1,886/mo*
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We estimate this home will sell faster than 95% nearby.

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1963
$244/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1821 Maxwell Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Two distinct gathering spacesLower-level storage areaVersatile floor planMature treesWarm natural lightSerene outdoor backdrop
Spacious and full of possibility, this elegantly positioned split-level home offers ample square footage. Warm natural light and a layout designed for flexible living. Located near Meeker Elementary, the home offers added convenience for families, plus two distinct gathering spaces that easily accommodate entertaining, working from home, or creating a dedicated playroom or media retreat.
The inviting eat-in kitchen features a cozy breakfast nook perfect for casual meals and morning coffee, while a lower-level storage area provides valuable space for seasonal items and household essentials.
Outdoors, the fenced and beautifully shaded backyard feels like a private sanctuary, framed by mature trees and enriched with spaces for gardening, play, and relaxation. The sun lit raised deck off the kitchen is ideal for outdoor dining or quiet afternoons with a book, and the brick patio with a fire pit expands your options for evening gatherings. A playset with a sandbox adds charm and functionality for families.

Conveniently located near Miracle Park, Homewood Golf Course, North Grand Mall, Hospital, and Interstate 35. With ample room to grow, a versatile floor plan, and a serene outdoor backdrop, this home invites buyers to bring their vision and create something truly special.
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Jatin Patel, (515) 232-6175
Friedrich Realty
The Engelman Team, (515) 232-6175
Friedrich Realty
Source: CIBR, MLS#71153
Also Listed on DMMLS, DMMLS, CIBR.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 95% nearby.

Home Details for 1821 Maxwell Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Full Bathroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1146 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Vinyl, Laminate, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioFencing: FencedFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking: Garage
Frontage
Road Frontage: Maintained
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 580 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 24

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1963
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Construction Materials: Other
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0535402100

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $279,900Price Per Sqft: $244

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 71153

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1146 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10018.8 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 71153

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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Market trends in Ames

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$323K
$333MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.5%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$219
$4MoM
Available listings
186
9MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$271K
Since last month
Decreased$45K (-14.1%)
Since last year
Decreased$23K (-7.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$111K (+69.6%)
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 +40% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$271K
June 2026$316K
May 2026$315K
April 2026$304K
March 2026$297K
February 2026$295K
January 2026$289K
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
1720 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$199,900
12/05/25
3
2
960
1615 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$220,000
12/04/25
3
2
1,095
1527 Meadowlane Ave, Ames, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$245,000
12/01/25
4
2
1,159
121 E Oneil Dr, Ames, IA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$266,000
08/17/26
3
2.5
1,024
1822 Maxwell Ave, Ames, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$400,000
05/11/26
4
3
1,958
1918 George Allen Ave, Ames, IA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$387,000
05/15/26
4
2.5
1,350
1611 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$283,000
09/15/26
4
3
1,005
1511 Glendale Ave, Ames, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$295,000
07/20/26
3
2
1,027
133 E 13th St, Ames, IA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$265,000
10/02/25
4
2
1,320

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
205 E Oneil Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.03
$230,500
3
2
958
Off Market
215 E O'Neil Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.05
$268,000
4
1
2,225
Off Market
1822 Maxwell Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.03
$400,000
4
3
1,958
Recently Sold
121 E Oneil Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.06
$266,000
3
2.5
1,024
Recently Sold
310 E Oneil Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.10
$252,300
3
2
1,293
Off Market
217 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.12
$273,200
3
2
951
Off Market
211 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.12
$264,200
3
2
864
Off Market
1615 Crestwood Cir, Ames, IA 50010
0.13
$315,700
4
2.5
1,571
Off Market
1615 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.12
$220,000
3
2
1,095
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 31, 2026
Source: CIBR #71153
PriceChange
$279,900
Price decreased by 3%
Aug 17, 2026
Source: N/A
PriceChange
$289,000
Price decreased by 0%
Jul 20, 2026
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$290,000
Jan 20, 2022
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Oct 19, 2021
Source: N/A
Pending
$209,000

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Agent Phone: (515) 232-6175
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Frequently asked questions about 1821 Maxwell Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1821 Maxwell Ave?
    Based on a $279,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1821 Maxwell Ave in Ames, IA is approximately $1,950 (about $1,581 principal & interest, $294 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1821 Maxwell Ave compare to homes in Ames?
    1821 Maxwell Ave in Ames, IA is listed at $279,900, about 13% below the $323K median sale price in Ames.
  • What do residents say about Ames?
    Residents describe Ames, IA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See homes for sale in Ames, IA.
  • What are the closest schools to 1821 Maxwell Ave?
    The closest schools to 1821 Maxwell Ave in Ames, IA are Ames High School (rated 7/10), Ames Middle School (rated 6/10), Meeker Elementary School (rated 8/10).
  • Does 1821 Maxwell Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1821 Maxwell Ave in Ames, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1821 Maxwell Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1821 Maxwell Ave in Ames, IA has in-unit laundry.
1821 Maxwell Ave, Ames, IA 50010 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,146 sqft single-family home built in 1963. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CIBR on Aug 31, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 71153.