718 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010
OFF MARKET

718 Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,494 sqft

$295,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,869/mo*
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$295,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,869/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,494 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This home is currently listed as a 'Delayed Showing'. Under no circumstances will any showings be allowed until 10/04/2024@ 10:00AM. The seller will not review or accept any proposed Purchase Agreements/Offers until the conclusion of the first showing date.
Welcome to your dream home in the heart of Ames, Iowa! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom historic gem seamlessly blends classic elegance with modern updates. Located just a short walk from downtown, you'll have easy access to shopping, parks, schools, and public transportation, with the hospital right around the corner. As you enter, you'll be greeted by beautiful original woodwork and hardwood floors that enhance the spacious living areas. The formal dining room is ideal for hosting family gatherings, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere filled with natural light. The updated kitchen features modern appliances and ample counter space, making meal preparation a delight. Whether you're cooking for yourself or entertaining friends, this kitchen is sure to impress. The three generous bedrooms provide comfortable spaces for rest, while the two updated bathrooms ensure convenience for all. Step outside to your private oasis! A fully fenced yard perfect for kids, pets, or simply relaxing in the fresh air. With established garden beds, you can cultivate your gardening skills or simply enjoy the lush greenery. The large two-car garage offers convenient storage for vehicles and outdoor gear. This home is a true treasure, combining historic charm with modern amenities in a fantastic location. Whether you're strolling to nearby parks or catching the bus, everything you need is at your fingertips. Don't miss the chance to make this enchanting property your own! Schedule a showing today and discover all the beauty this Ames home has to offer.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 06, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 718 Duff Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Full Bathroom, Three Quarter Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Utility Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1494 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
Fireplace: GasHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Fencing: FencedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, Tile
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageParking: Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Hard Surface
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 832 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 624 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0902401135

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $284,500

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1494 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9583.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 65766Above Grade Unfinished Area: 832
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Gina Marie McAndrews, (515) 233-2623
CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
Bought with: Katie Riedeman, (515) 233-2623, CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
Source: CIBR, MLS#65766

Price History for 718 Duff Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/05/2024$280,000Sold
CIBR #65766
10/02/2024$284,500Listed For SaleCIBR #65766
08/07/2023$270,000Sold
CIBR #62398
06/20/2023$279,000PendingCIBR #62398
06/05/2023$279,000PriceChange
CIBR #62398
05/25/2023$289,000Listed For SaleCIBR #62398
07/01/2020$220,000Sold
N/A
05/09/2020$225,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/01/2020$230,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/28/2017$218,000Sold
N/A
07/31/2009$143,000Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,956
Assessment$263,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 718 Duff Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
713 Crawford Ave, Ames, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$251,000
05/07/26
3
1.5
1,378
826 Duff Ave, Ames, IA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$256,000
03/13/26
4
2
1,969
227 E 6th St, Ames, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$272,000
01/12/26
4
1.5
2,104
1002 Carroll Ave, Ames, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$210,000
02/12/26
3
2
1,438
907 Clark Ave, Ames, IA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$262,500
11/13/25
3
1.5
1,449
211 E 7th St, Ames, IA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$230,000
09/24/25
3
2
864
1110 Clark Ave, Ames, IA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$251,000
05/05/26
3
1.5
1,653
723 Duff Ave, Ames, IA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$430,000
05/27/25
4
2
2,125
700 Kellogg Ave, Ames, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$300,000
10/31/25
4
3
1,762

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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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718 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,494 sqft single-family home built in 1920. This property is not currently available for sale. 718 Duff Ave was last sold on Dec 5, 2024 for $280,000 (2% lower than the asking price of $284,500). The current Trulia Estimate for 718 Duff Ave is $295,100.