324 E 20th St, Ames, IA 50010
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OFF MARKET

$494,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,746 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

324 E 20th St, Ames, IA 50010

Est. Refi. Payment $3,161/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 4, 2023 for $453,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$494K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-1.1%)
Since last year
Increased$45K (+10%)
Since last sale
Increased$41K (+9.1%)
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 +51% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$494K
August 2026$494K
July 2026$500K
June 2026$503K
May 2026$502K
April 2026$497K
March 2026$491K
February 2026$482K
January 2026$449K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1941 Paulson Dr, Ames, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$412,500
05/20/26
4
3.5
2,269
1822 Maxwell Ave, Ames, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$400,000
05/11/26
4
3
1,958
1918 George Allen Ave, Ames, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$387,000
05/15/26
4
2.5
1,350
1626 Crestwood Cir, Ames, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$292,000
12/30/25
3
2.5
2,043
121 E Oneil Dr, Ames, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$266,000
08/17/26
3
2.5
1,024
1703 Burnett Ave, Ames, IA
0.48
Single-Family Home
$420,000
06/01/26
4
2.5
2,111
126 Broadmoor Cir, Ames, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$342,031
04/24/26
4
2.5
1,506
132 24th St, Ames, IA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$348,500
10/10/25
3
2.5
1,615
1906 Duff Ave, Ames, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$341,000
08/04/26
3
2
1,459

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1918 George Allen Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.04
$387,000
4
2.5
1,350
Recently Sold
426 E 20th St, Ames, IA 50010
0.08
$353,700
3
3
1,773
Off Market
1941 Paulson Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.08
$412,500
4
3.5
2,269
Recently Sold
1822 Maxwell Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.08
$400,000
4
3
1,958
Recently Sold
1821 Maxwell Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.12
$279,900
4
2
1,146
For Sale
205 E Oneil Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.14
$234,000
3
2
958
Off Market
121 E Oneil Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.15
$266,000
3
2.5
1,024
Recently Sold
215 E O'Neil Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.15
$266,700
4
1
2,225
Off Market
1826-1828 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
0.16
$285,400
Studio
-
2,637
Off Market
1626 Crestwood Cir, Ames, IA 50010
0.18
$292,000
3
2.5
2,043
Recently Sold

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 1965
0.27 acre lot
2,746 sqft
$180/sqft
Garage

About this House

One will quickly appreciate the fine features and craftsmanship found within this one-owner, custom built, 1966, Friedrich Show Home. Enjoy the view of majestic oak trees of Homewood Golf Course from the comfort of the living room. Conveniently located within blocks of River Valley Park, Meeker Elementary, McFarland Clinic and Mary Greeley Center.
This home has a room for every need. From the front entry one will find a spacious living room with full wall, brick-faced wood-burning fireplace.

The 400 plus sf great room is ideal for large gatherings with family and friends. An entire wall is complete with built-in cabinets and a wet bar. The Pella sliding doors open to a huge 16' x 45' mostly shaded patio.
The main floor primary bedroom and en suite bathroom measures nearly 500 sf. It too has a walk-out to the same patio area. The full bath has double sink, recessed lighting and a jetted tub.
The office off the front entry has custom-built walnut cabinets.
Upstairs one will find three generously sized bedrooms, and a full bath with a double sink. The two north bedrooms reported have hard wood floors. under the carpet.
If this wasn't already enough space, the lower level adds an additional 600-plus sf of finish with a full-sized rec room, full bath and 5th bedroom or office.

Over-sized 24' x 24' 2-car garage has the much needed room for all the 'toys' that a homeowner needs.
Newer roof and Pella windows.
Some of the furniture could be sold with the house if desired. The Sellers would like the pool table in the rec room to stay with the house.
324 E 20th St, Ames, IA 50010 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,746 sqft single-family home built in 1965. It last sold for $453,000 on Aug 4, 2023 (13% above the $400,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $494,200, with a rent estimate of $2,388/month.
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Paul Livingston, (515) 233-4450
Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
Bought with: Betts Team, RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Source: CIBR, MLS#62438

Home Details for 324 E 20th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 18Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 5, Master Bathroom, Half Bathroom, Full Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Utility RoomWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2746 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
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Gas, TwoSpa: BathHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Carpet
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioFoundation: Block, Tile
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking: Garage
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1933 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 612 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0535400020

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $400,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Details
Builder Name: Friedrich
Building Area
Building Area: 2746 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 62438Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1933

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 12, 2025
Source: DMMLS #715645
ListingRemoved
$465,000
Jul 17, 2025
Source: DMMLS #715645
PriceChange
$465,000
Price decreased by 4%
Apr 16, 2025
Source: CIBR #67100
Listed For Sale
$485,000
Aug 4, 2023
Source: CIBR #62438
Sold
$453,000
Jun 5, 2023
Source: CIBR #62438
Pending
$400,000

Market trends in Ames

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$323K
$8.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$215
$6MoM
Available listings
177
4MoM

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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 324 E 20th St

  • What is 324 E 20th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 324 E 20th St in Ames, IA is $494,200.
  • What is the price history for 324 E 20th St?
    324 E 20th St in Ames, IA last sold for $453,000 in August 2023.
  • 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 324 E 20th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 324 E 20th St in Ames, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 324 E 20th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 324 E 20th St in Ames, IA has in-unit laundry.

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