5242 Thackeray Dr, Ames, IA 50014
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OFF MARKET

5242 Thackeray Dr
Ames, IA 50014

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,445 sqft

$365,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,338/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$365,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,338/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3 Baths
1,445 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$365K
Since last month
$100 (0%)
Since last year
Increased$9K (+2.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$119K (+48.2%)
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 +47% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$365K
July 2026$365K
June 2026$371K
May 2026$369K
April 2026$364K
March 2026$360K
February 2026$356K
January 2026$353K
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
5317 Cervantes Dr, Ames, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$375,000
10/15/25
4
3
1,554
5327 Norris St, Ames, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$365,000
02/09/26
4
3
1,410
5207 Clemens Blvd, Ames, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$359,000
06/15/26
3
3.5
1,628
5120 Clemens Blvd, Ames, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$325,000
12/01/25
3
2
1,564
5414 Schubert St, Ames, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$300,942
08/21/26
4
2.5
1,099
5317 Bradbury Ct, Ames, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$358,000
10/01/25
4
2.5
2,122
5014 Waller St, Ames, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$346,000
06/29/26
3
3
1,485
501 Smiley Ave, Ames, IA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$410,000
03/27/26
4
3.5
2,146
520 Brown Ct, Ames, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$429,000
06/12/26
4
3.5
1,929

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
5218 Cervantes Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.07
$383,100
4
3.5
1,830
Off Market
5317 Cervantes Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.08
$391,600
4
3
1,554
Off Market
5334 Cervantes Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.13
$369,900
4
2.5
1,652
Off Market
5406 Thackeray Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.11
$403,800
4
3
1,541
Off Market
5207 Clemens Blvd, Ames, IA 50014
0.11
$359,000
3
3.5
1,628
Recently Sold
5410 Frost Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.09
$293,500
4
2
913
Off Market
5405 Thackeray Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.10
$399,600
4
3
1,494
Off Market
501 Smiley Ave, Ames, IA 50014
0.09
$410,000
4
3.5
2,146
Recently Sold
5120 Clemens Blvd, Ames, IA 50014
0.14
$325,000
3
2
1,564
Recently Sold
526 Smiley Ave, Ames, IA 50014
0.15
$453,700
4
3
1,989
Off Market
4927 Hemingway Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.15
$400,100
4
2.5
1,762
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1997
Living Area
1,445 sqft
Price/Sqft
$253
Parking
Garage

About this House

Come check out this well kept home in the highly sought after Bentwood neighborhood in Ames. It is within walking distance to Edwards Elementary School and biking distance to the Middle School. The main level of this home features a vaulted ceiling, an electric fireplace and new carpeting in the family room, first floor laundry, a Master suite with an updated full bathroom, 2 additional bedrooms and 1 additional recently renovated bathroom. The finished lower level has just over 1100 sq. feet, a lot of sunlight, and provides two more bedrooms, a 3/4 bath, and a huge area that can be used as a family room, home office, game room, etc. Brand new roof!
5242 Thackeray Dr, Ames, IA 50014 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,445 sqft single-family home built in 1997. It last sold for $246,500 on Dec 10, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $365,000, with a rent estimate of $2,114/month.

Home Details for 5242 Thackeray Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Laminate
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Vinyl, BrickFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1997
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: A-frame

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8529 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 11, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$259,900
Dec 11, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$259,900
Dec 10, 2018
Source: DMMLS #564606
Sold
$246,500
Nov 21, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$259,900
Sep 12, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$259,900
Price decreased by 3%

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

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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Frequently asked questions about 5242 Thackeray Dr

  • What is 5242 Thackeray Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5242 Thackeray Dr in Ames, IA is $365,000.
  • What is the price history for 5242 Thackeray Dr?
    5242 Thackeray Dr in Ames, IA last sold for $246,500 in December 2018.
  • 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 5242 Thackeray Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5242 Thackeray Dr in Ames, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 5242 Thackeray Dr?
    The lot at 5242 Thackeray Dr in Ames, IA is about 0.20 acres (8,529 sq ft).

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