3908 Valley View Rd, Ames, IA 50010
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FOR SALE
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0.3 ACRES

$415,000

Original price: $420,000
  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,376 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

3908 Valley View Rd, Ames, IA 50010

Est. Mortgage $2,671/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 2004
0.3 acre lot
$175/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 3908 Valley View Rd.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Great 4-bedroom, 4-bath, with 3 car garage, 2 story home in the Gilbert school District. This home has an open family room with fireplace to the kitchen with Granite countertops and sliders to covered deck and back yard. Upper level has large Primary bedroom with trayed ceiling and Primary bath. Upper-level laundry. Check out the added bedroom and finished space in the lower level make for over 3,000 finished sq. ft. of living space. Seller is offering a $5,000 carpet allowance with an acceptable offer. This is a must to see home!
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Bock Real Estate Group, (515) 231-1899
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Source: CIBR, MLS#69745
Also Listed on DMMLS, DMMLS, CIBR.

Open House

Sunday, September 13
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Home Details for 3908 Valley View Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 3, Half Bathroom, Three Quarter Bathroom, Full Bathroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2376 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Hot Water,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Gas, ElectricHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window TreatmentsFlooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioFoundation: Block, Tile
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking: Garage
Frontage
Road Frontage: Maintained
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1055 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 890 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 168

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2004
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0528168020

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $415,000Price Per Sqft: $175

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 69745

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2376 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 69745Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1055

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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Market trends in Ames

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$323K
$333MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.5%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$219
$4MoM
Available listings
186
9MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$411K
Since last month
Decreased$11K (-2.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$49K (-10.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$106K (+34.8%)
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 +32% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$411K
August 2026$406K
July 2026$422K
June 2026$449K
May 2026$479K
April 2026$490K
March 2026$526K
February 2026$457K
January 2026$451K
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
3122 Beckley St, Ames, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$465,000
11/03/25
5
3.5
2,087
3324 Preston Cir, Ames, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$547,000
05/13/26
4
3
1,747
3032 Stockbury St, Ames, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$640,000
08/28/26
4
3.5
3,044
3025 Weston Dr, Ames, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$645,000
04/15/26
4
3
2,111
3508 Valley View Rd, Ames, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$410,000
10/17/25
5
3.5
2,663
3225 Evergreen Rd, Ames, IA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$445,000
01/15/26
4
4
2,494
3305 Sedwick St, Ames, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$520,000
09/01/26
4
3
1,694
2721 Milstead Rd, Ames, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$501,000
07/21/26
4
3
1,467
3431/3415 Scenic Point, Ames, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$900,000
02/20/26
4
3.5
2,223

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
3201 Foxley Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.04
$671,200
5
4
2,453
Off Market
3902 Valley View Rd, Ames, IA 50010
0.02
$485,000
4
4.5
2,433
For Sale
3120 Roxboro Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.03
$499,000
5
4
2,605
For Sale
3132 Roxboro Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.03
$440,000
3
2.5
2,113
For Sale
3808 Bridgeport Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.10
$612,200
4
3.5
2,654
Off Market
3130 Beckley St, Ames, IA 50010
0.08
$495,500
4
3.5
1,888
Off Market
3122 Beckley St, Ames, IA 50010
0.08
$477,300
5
3.5
2,087
Off Market
3129 Roxboro Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.06
$515,000
5
3.5
2,316
Off Market
3305 Harrison Rd, Ames, IA 50010
0.11
$520,000
5
3.5
2,511
For Sale
3716 Valley View Rd, Ames, IA 50010
0.10
$534,300
5
3.5
2,399
Off Market
3728 Bridgeport Dr, Ames, IA 50010
0.12
$800,000
7
3.5
2,677
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 18, 2026
Source: CIBR #69745
PriceChange
$415,000
Price decreased by 1%
Aug 11, 2026
Source: CIBR #69745
PriceChange
$420,000
Price decreased by 1%
Aug 4, 2026
Source: CIBR #69745
PriceChange
$425,000
Price decreased by 1%
Jul 28, 2026
Source: CIBR #69745
PriceChange
$430,000
Price decreased by 1%
Jul 21, 2026
Source: DMMLS #738250
PriceChange
$435,000
Price decreased by 1%

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Bock Real Estate Group, RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Agent Phone: (515) 231-1899
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Frequently asked questions about 3908 Valley View Rd

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 3908 Valley View Rd?
    Based on a $415,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 3908 Valley View Rd in Ames, IA is approximately $2,759 (about $2,248 principal & interest, $436 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 3908 Valley View Rd compare to homes in Ames?
    3908 Valley View Rd in Ames, IA is listed at $415,000, about 28% above the $323K median sale price in Ames.
  • What do residents say about Ames?
    Residents describe Ames, IA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See homes for sale in Ames, IA.
  • What are the closest schools to 3908 Valley View Rd?
    The closest schools to 3908 Valley View Rd in Ames, IA are Gilbert Elementary School (Pre-K), Gilbert High School (rated 9/10), Gilbert Intermediate School (Elementary, rated 7/10).
  • Does 3908 Valley View Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3908 Valley View Rd in Ames, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 3908 Valley View Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 3908 Valley View Rd in Ames, IA has in-unit laundry.
3908 Valley View Rd, Ames, IA 50010 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,376 sqft single-family home built in 2004. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CIBR on Mar 27, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 69745.