Is Ames, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 96% of users say it's dog friendly

Does Ames, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in Ames, IA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Ames, IA?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say car is needed

Would people walk alone at night in Ames, IA?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are the streets well-lit in Ames, IA?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say streets are well-lit

Does Ames, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say there's holiday spirit

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's quiet

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Do kids play outside in Ames, IA?

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Is Ames, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is there wildlife in Ames, IA?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say there's wildlife

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As of early 2026, 54% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

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Do residents of Ames, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

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PENDING

201 E 13th St
Ames, IA 50010

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,391 sqft

$240,000

Est. Mortgage $1,525/mo*

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$240,000

Est. Mortgage $1,525/mo*

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3 Beds

2 Baths

1,391 sqft

Local Information

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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.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

No Info

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$173

Listed

3 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: Wood, FullExterior: Fully FencedFoundation: 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: 1Days on Market: 3

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: $173
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri May 15 2026

Active Status
MLS Status: Pending

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

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 740662

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 13 hours ago

Listing courtesy of Amber Lesnick, (515) 229-3402

Zealty Home Advisors

Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Source: DMMLS, MLS#740662

Also Listed on DMMLS.

Price History for 201 E 13th St

Date	Price	Event	Source
05/15/2026	$240,000	Pending	DMMLS #740662

05/13/2026	$240,000	Listed For Sale	DMMLS #740662

06/03/2019	$174,000	Sold	DMMLS #580641
Recording Date 06/03/2019 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
04/23/2019	$175,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

12/18/2017	$152,500	Sold	CIBR #48386
Recording Date 12/18/2017 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
05/05/2015	$174,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 05/05/2015 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/31/2015	$142,500	Pending	Agent Provided

03/26/2015	$142,500	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

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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
1621 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$221,500	07/21/25	4	2	960
713 Crawford Ave, Ames, IA	0.44	Single-Family Home	$251,000	05/07/26	3	1.5	1,378
312 10th St, Ames, IA	0.41	Single-Family Home	$178,000	10/17/25	2	2	1,564

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What Locals Say about Ames

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96 % Say it's dog friendly
89 % Say there are sidewalks
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samantha carhart
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1y ago
"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
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1y ago
"Genuinely love being here, super kid friendly and safe to raise kids. Houses and apartments are nice and quiet. "
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2y ago
"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
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3y ago
"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
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4y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"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
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5y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"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
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5y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"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.
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5y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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
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6y ago
"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
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6y ago
"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.
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6y ago
"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
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6y ago
"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.
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7y ago
"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
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7y ago
"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
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7y ago
"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.
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7y ago
"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.
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7y ago
"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.
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7y ago
"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.
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7y ago
"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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201 E 13th St, Ames, IA 50010 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,391 sqft single-family home built in 1954. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by DMMLS on May 13, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 740662.

201 E 13th St
Ames, IA 50010

$240,000

$240,000

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