201 E 13th St, Ames, IA 50010
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SOLD
JUN 23, 2026

201 E 13th St
Ames, IA 50010

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,391 sqft

$245,000

Last Sold: Jun 23, 2026
2% over list $240K
$176/sqft

$245,000

Last Sold: Jun 23, 2026
2% over list $240K
$176/sqft
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,391 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

Don't miss this well-maintained home minutes from Iowa State and historic downtown Ames! Step inside to a cozy living room with hardwood floors and plenty of natural light. Comfortable kitchen layout showcases great flow between prep and cooking spaces with plenty of cabinet storage. Two bedrooms, and a full bath round out the main level. A finished upstairs provides flexible bonus space perfect for a home office, guest area, hobby room, or cozy retreat. The unfinished basement already includes a 3/4 bath, offering excellent potential for additional living space, workout area, or storage. Outside, you’ll appreciate the privacy of the backyard space complete with pergola! Fully fenced yard is ideal for pets, entertaining, or simply relaxing outdoors. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, investor, Iowa State employee, or someone looking for classic Ames charm with room to grow, this property offers location, character, and opportunity all in one package.
201 E 13th St, Ames, IA 50010 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,391 sqft single-family home built in 1954. It last sold for $245,000 on Jun 23, 2026 (2% above the $240,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $245,100, with a rent estimate of $1,517/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$176/sqft
Listed
9 days ago

Home Details for 201 E 13th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1391 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: WoodFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 95 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: One and One Half Story
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0535455080

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $240,000Price Per Sqft: $176/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri May 15 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Ames
School Information
Elementary School District: AmesJr High / Middle School District: AmesHigh School District: Ames

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1391 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7226.604 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 740662Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 229-3402Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19169-N-0535455080-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 1
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Amber Lesnick, (515) 229-3402
Zealty Home Advisors
Bought with: Joel Sullivan, (515) 290-8385, Friedrich Realty
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#740662

Price History for 201 E 13th St

DatePriceEventSource
06/23/2026$245,000Sold
DMMLS #740662
05/15/2026$240,000PendingDMMLS #740662
05/13/2026$240,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #740662
06/03/2019$174,000Sold
CIBR #51730
04/23/2019$175,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/18/2017$152,500Sold
N/A
05/05/2015$174,000Sold
N/A
03/31/2015$142,500PendingAgent Provided
03/26/2015$142,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Ames

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$329K
$4.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.7%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$215
$1MoM
Available listings
163
16MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,914
Assessment$198,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 201 E 13th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1303 Stafford Ave, Ames, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$258,000
08/07/25
3
2
1,360
133 E 13th St, Ames, IA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$265,000
10/02/25
4
2
1,320
1002 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$210,000
02/12/26
3
2
1,438
1615 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$220,000
12/04/25
3
2
1,095
217 E 16th St, Ames, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$262,500
07/10/25
3
2
951
713 Crawford Ave, Ames, IA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$251,000
05/07/26
3
1.5
1,378
234 17th St, Ames, IA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$275,000
11/05/25
3
1.5
1,404

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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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  • 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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