217 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
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OFF MARKET

$268,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 951 sqft

217 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010

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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 10, 2025 for $262,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$268K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-1.9%)
Since last year
Increased$5K (+1.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$6K (+2.3%)
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 +62% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
November 2026$269K
October 2026$269K
September 2026$274K
August 2026$273K
July 2026$278K
June 2026$273K
May 2026$270K
April 2026$269K
March 2026$264K
February 2026$267K
January 2026$267K
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
1511 Glendale Ave, Ames, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$295,000
07/20/26
3
2
1,027
1615 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$220,000
12/04/25
3
2
1,095
1422 Maxwell Ave, Ames, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$200,000
10/09/26
3
1.5
1,170
1720 Douglas Ave, Ames, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$199,900
12/05/25
3
2
960
121 E Oneil Dr, Ames, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$266,000
08/17/26
3
2.5
1,024
1527 Meadowlane Ave, Ames, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$245,000
12/01/25
4
2
1,159
1532 Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$245,000
07/16/26
3
2
768

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
221 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.01
$240,500
3
1
858
Off Market
211 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.01
$258,600
3
2
864
Off Market
611-613 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.02
$253,500
Studio
-
999
Off Market
303 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.02
$217,100
3
2
912
Off Market
1604 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.03
$274,500
4
2
1,105
Off Market
304 E Oneil Dr #O, Ames, IA 50010
0.03
$286,500
3
1.5
1,277
Off Market
304 E Oneil Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
214 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.03
$213,300
3
1
910
Off Market
1610 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.03
$272,000
3
2
1,396
Off Market
309 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.03
$225,100
3
2
950
Off Market
220 E Oneil Dr #O, Ames, IA 50010
0.04
$304,200
3
2
1,539
Off Market
310 E Oneil Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.04
$237,700
3
2
1,293
Off Market
310 E Oneil Dr #O, Ames, IA 50010
0.04
$259,700
3
2
1,293
Off Market
1532 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.04
$205,100
3
1
1,108
Off Market
304 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.04
$240,900
3
2
1,008
Off Market
1614 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.04
$271,000
3
2
1,396
Off Market
1525 Stafford Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.04
$235,300
3
2
968
Off Market
313 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.05
$273,400
3
1.5
1,194
Off Market
214 E Oneil Dr #O, Ames, IA 50010
0.05
$277,300
5
3
1,394
Off Market
1526 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.05
$215,300
3
1
1,218
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1958
951 sqft
$282/sqft
Garage

About this House

What's unique:Formal dining roomEntertainment spaceLots of natural lightHardwood flooringNew roofEat-in kitchen
Come check out this adorable 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in the heart of Ames. You'll be greeted with hardwood flooring and lots of natural light as you enter. You can enjoy your eat-in kitchen with a formal dining room for holidays and special occasions! Both bedrooms continue with the hardwood flooring and bright walls to make the space feel even bigger. The basement is finished and offers more entertainment space and an extra place for guests to stay and relax. Home also features a new roof and water heater. Don't miss your chance to own this home. Book a tour today!!
217 E 16th St, Ames, IA 50010 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 951 sqft single-family home built in 1958. It last sold for $262,500 on Jul 10, 2025 (2% below the $268,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $268,400, with a rent estimate of $1,427/month.
Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago
Listed by Collin Fett
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Fett Team, (515) 216-0836
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Bought with: Misty Metschke, (515) 233-4450, Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
Source: CIBR, MLS#66901

Home Details for 217 E 16th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Full Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 951 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
Fireplace: GasHas a Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking: Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Hard Surface
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0535403190

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $268,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 951 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7840.8 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 66901

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 10, 2025
Source: CIBR #66901
Sold
$262,500
Jun 9, 2025
Source: DMMLS #714212
Pending
$268,000
Apr 8, 2025
Source: DMMLS #714212
PendingToActive
$268,000
Mar 31, 2025
Source: DMMLS #714212
Pending
$268,000
Mar 27, 2025
Source: CIBR #66901
PriceChange
$268,000
Price decreased by 1%

Market trends in Ames

Last updated October 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$323K
$7.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
Price per sq ft
$222
$3MoM
Available listings
201
2MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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

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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 217 E 16th St

  • What is 217 E 16th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 217 E 16th St in Ames, IA is $268,400.
  • What is the price history for 217 E 16th St?
    217 E 16th St in Ames, IA last sold for $262,500 in July 2025.
  • 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 $323K. That is down $7.83K from the prior month.
  • Does 217 E 16th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 217 E 16th St in Ames, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 217 E 16th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 217 E 16th St in Ames, IA has in-unit laundry.

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