5405 Thackeray Dr, Ames, IA 50014
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OFF MARKET

5405 Thackeray Dr
Ames, IA 50014

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,494 sqft

$399,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026

$399,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,494 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$400K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-0.8%)
Since last year
Increased$5K (+1.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$29K (+7.8%)
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 +59% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$399K
July 2026$398K
June 2026$402K
May 2026$404K
April 2026$400K
March 2026$400K
February 2026$394K
January 2026$390K
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
0.07
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
5317 Bradbury Ct, Ames, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$358,000
10/01/25
4
2.5
2,122
5207 Clemens Blvd, Ames, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$359,000
06/15/26
3
3.5
1,628
5331 Rowling Dr, Ames, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$485,000
04/07/26
4
3.5
1,811
5421 Rowling Dr, Ames, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$368,500
04/15/26
4
3.5
1,802
5307 Bradbury Ct, Ames, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$405,000
03/24/26
3
3
1,520

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
5406 Thackeray Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.04
$403,800
4
3
1,541
Off Market
5410 Frost Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.03
$293,500
4
2
913
Off Market
5431 Cervantes Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.09
$477,700
5
3
2,220
Off Market
5317 Cervantes Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.07
$390,800
4
3
1,554
Off Market
5427 Cervantes Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.10
$387,500
4
3.5
1,774
Off Market
5334 Cervantes Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.10
$369,900
4
2.5
1,652
Off Market
5218 Cervantes Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.14
$386,400
4
3.5
1,830
Off Market
5438 Clemens Blvd, Ames, IA 50014
0.19
$335,400
3
2
1,353
Off Market
318 Wilder Blvd, Ames, IA 50014
0.14
$388,400
4
3.5
1,828
Off Market
5469 Frost Dr, Ames, IA 50014
0.16
$279,400
3
1.5
1,097
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
1,494 sqft
Price/Sqft
$267
Parking
Garage

About this House

MOVE IN READY!! This ranch-style home has been completely updated from top to bottom. All you need to do is move in!! As soon as you enter, you will notice how the vaulted ceiling draws your eye up making the living room feel spacious and bright. The open kitchen with a center island is the perfect place to bake cookies and offers convenient access to the wood deck for BBQs. Down the hall, you will find three nice-sized bedrooms and two baths including the master bedroom suite with a walk-in closet and private bath. The downstairs area may be your favorite part of the home. The huge family room includes surround sound, a kitchenette, and walkout access to the patio and backyard. In addition, there is another full bath and 4th bedroom perfect for a home office, gym, or guest room. Some of the recent updates include: all new flooring including durable LVP and carpeting, new cabinet and door hardware, modern lighting, fresh paint throughout, and a new roof. See the feature sheet for a full list of updates. Located on a quiet street within walking distance to Daley Park, bike trail, schools, and easy access to Hwy 30.
5405 Thackeray Dr, Ames, IA 50014 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,494 sqft single-family home built in 1997. It last sold for the $370,000 asking price on Nov 7, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $399,600, with a rent estimate of $1,985/month.

Home Details for 5405 Thackeray Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Full Bathroom, Three Quarter Bathroom, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1494 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: GasHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Luxury Vinyl, Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Tile
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking: Garage
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1494 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 1200 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1997
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0907175060

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $370,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

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

Building

Building Details
Builder Name: HCS
Building Area
Building Area: 1494 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9147.6 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 63350Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1494
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Misty Metschke, (515) 233-4450
Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
Bought with: Member Non, (515) 296-4680, CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS
Source: CIBR, MLS#63350

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 7, 2023
Source: CIBR #63350
Sold
$370,000
Oct 8, 2023
Source: CIBR #63350
Pending
$370,000
Oct 5, 2023
Source: CIBR #63350
Listed For Sale
$370,000
Jul 20, 2006
Source: CIBR #21066
Sold
$217,000

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 5405 Thackeray Dr

  • What is 5405 Thackeray Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5405 Thackeray Dr in Ames, IA is $399,600.
  • What is the price history for 5405 Thackeray Dr?
    5405 Thackeray Dr in Ames, IA last sold for $370,000 in November 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 5405 Thackeray Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5405 Thackeray Dr in Ames, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 5405 Thackeray Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 5405 Thackeray Dr in Ames, IA has laundry facilities.
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