$173,900
as of Aug 31, 2026
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 864 sqft
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 864 sqft
203 State Ave, Ames, IA 50014
Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
864 sqft
Price/Sqft
$201
Local Information
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About this House
Available to Rent Now!
This is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home located a few blocks away from ISU campus. Enjoy the close proximity to Cy-Ride, convenience stores, restaurants and nature trails. This home features hardwood floors, off-street parking, and a large unfinished basement.
Deposit: $1095
Rent: $1095/month
Gas Average: $71/month
Electricity Average: $70/month
Water Average: $45/month
**Utility averages depend on the tenant's usage.
This is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home located a few blocks away from ISU campus. Enjoy the close proximity to Cy-Ride, convenience stores, restaurants and nature trails. This home features hardwood floors, off-street parking, and a large unfinished basement.
Deposit: $1095
Rent: $1095/month
Gas Average: $71/month
Electricity Average: $70/month
Water Average: $45/month
**Utility averages depend on the tenant's usage.
203 State Ave, Ames, IA 50014 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 864 sqft single-family home in College Creek/Old Ames. It last sold for $121,000 on Aug 2, 2019 (10,950% above the $1,095 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $1,375 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 9, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $173,900, with a rent estimate of $1,247/month.
Home Details for 203 State Ave
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now |
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Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood |
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Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site |
Comparable Sales for 203 State Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.19 | Single-Family Home | $199,500 | 06/02/26 | 2 | 1 | 930 sqft | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $75,230 | 05/27/26 | 3 | 1 | 967 sqft | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $197,500 | 02/16/26 | 2 | 1 | 887 sqft | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $193,000 | 12/12/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,202 sqft | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $225,000 | 11/07/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,340 sqft | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $200,000 | 10/31/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,040 sqft | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $245,500 | 06/12/26 | 3 | 2 | 750 sqft | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $215,000 | 09/11/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,152 sqft | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | $195,000 | 02/18/26 | 2 | 2 | 887 sqft |
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What Locals Say about College Creek/Old Ames
At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
100 % Say streets are well-lit
100 % Say there are sidewalks
100 % Say car is needed
100 % Say parking is easy
83 % Say there's holiday spirit
75 % Say it's dog friendly
67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
60 % Say there's wildlife
50 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say kids play outside
38 % Say neighbors are friendly
33 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Oct 9, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $1,095 |
Sep 19, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,095 Price decreased by 15% |
Sep 3, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,290 Price decreased by 6% |
Aug 19, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,375 |
Feb 19, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | |
Jan 30, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,295 |
Apr 30, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium | ListingRemoved | |
Apr 24, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium | PriceChange | $1,240 Price decreased by 4% |
Jan 26, 2021 Source: Zillow Rental Network Premium | Listed For Rent | $1,290 |
Dec 23, 2020 Source: N/A | ListingRemoved | |
Nov 25, 2020 Source: N/A | Listed For Rent | $1,290 |
Jan 4, 2020 Source: N/A | ListingRemoved | $1,190 |
Dec 4, 2019 Source: N/A | Listed For Rent | $1,190 |
Aug 8, 2019 Source: N/A | ListingRemoved | $990 |
Aug 2, 2019 Source: N/A | Sold | $121,000 |
Aug 1, 2019 Source: N/A | Listed For Rent | $990 |
Apr 25, 2012 Source: CIBR #34887 | Sold | $106,000 |
Mar 7, 2012 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $108,900 |
Jul 15, 2009 Source: CIBR #27917 | Sold | $99,900 |
Aug 1, 2006 Source: N/A | Sold | $80,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $2,288 | $178,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Frequently asked questions about 203 State Ave
- What is 203 State Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 203 State Ave in Ames, IA is $173,900.
- What is the price history for 203 State Ave?203 State Ave in Ames, IA last sold for $121,000 in August 2019.
- 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 203 State Ave have parking?Yes, 203 State Ave in Ames, IA has on-site parking.
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