5242 Thackeray Dr, Ames, IA 50014
OFF MARKET

5242 Thackeray Dr
Ames, IA 50014

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,445 sqft

$370,300

Trulia Estimate
as of May 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,327/mo*
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$370,300

Trulia Estimate
as of May 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,327/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3 Baths
1,445 sqft

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Description

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!
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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 History for 5242 Thackeray Dr

DatePriceEventSource
12/11/2018$259,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/11/2018$259,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/10/2018$246,500Sold
DMMLS #564606
11/21/2018$259,900PendingAgent Provided
09/12/2018$259,900PriceChange
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08/11/2018$268,500PriceChange
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07/02/2018$274,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,730
Assessment$339,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5242 Thackeray Dr

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5317 Cervantes Dr, Ames, IA
0.08
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$375,000
10/15/25
4
3
1,554
5327 Norris St, Ames, IA
0.22
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$365,000
02/09/26
4
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1,410
5120 Clemens Blvd, Ames, IA
0.14
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$325,000
12/01/25
3
2
1,564
4915 Hemingway Dr, Ames, IA
0.16
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$415,000
06/03/25
5
3.5
2,147
5317 Bradbury Ct, Ames, IA
0.27
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$358,000
10/01/25
4
2.5
2,122
501 Smiley Ave, Ames, IA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$410,000
03/27/26
4
3.5
2,146
519 Poe Cir, Ames, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$400,000
07/24/25
4
3.5
1,852
5438 Clemens Blvd, Ames, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$320,000
08/29/25
3
2
1,353
5314 Schubert St, Ames, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$332,000
09/22/25
3
2
1,373

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What Locals Say about Ames

At least 171 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % 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

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 50 % 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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  • 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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5242 Thackeray Dr, Ames, IA 50014 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,445 sqft single-family home built in 1997. This property is not currently available for sale. 5242 Thackeray Dr was last sold on Dec 10, 2018 for $246,500. The current Trulia Estimate for 5242 Thackeray Dr is $370,300.