801 Dotson Pl, Ames, IA 50014
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OFF MARKET

801 Dotson Pl
Ames, IA 50014

  • 5 Beds
  • 3,153 sqft (on 0.65 acres)
5 Beds
3,153 sqft
(on 0.65 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Check out this beautiful lot to build your dream home on. Conveniently located in West Ames with easy access to HWY 30, across from the new Ames Middle School, close proximity to walking/biking trails, Iowa State University, and shopping/restaurants. Seller has a custom blueprint designed by Benjamin Design Collaborative that is a prairie-style design with passive solar features, designed for aging in place. Contact listing agent for additional blueprint details. Don't miss your chance at this lot with a rural feel in a suburban area of Ames!
801 Dotson Pl, Ames, IA 50014 is a 5 bedroom, 3,153 sqft lot/land built in 2023. It last sold for $70,000 on Nov 29, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $976/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 801 Dotson Pl

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 11
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: Other, WoodFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2023
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Lot LandArchitecture: A-frame

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.65 acres

Price History for 801 Dotson Pl

DatePriceEventSource
11/29/2021$70,000Sold
N/A
06/16/2021ListingRemovedRE/MAX Central
02/26/2021$79,900Listed For SaleRE/MAX Central #56876
01/29/2021ListingRemovedRE/MAX Central
07/28/2020$79,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/03/2020$82,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/22/2019$82,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/02/2019$85,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/19/2017$72,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Ames

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$329K
$4.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.7%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$215
$1MoM
Available listings
163
16MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$692,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 801 Dotson Pl

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2214 228th Pl, Ames, IA
3.32
Lot/Land
$58,000
02/27/26
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210 SE 2nd St, Ames, IA
3.28
Lot/Land
$295,000
12/22/25
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405 SE 3rd St, Ames, IA
3.39
Lot/Land
$925,000
02/17/26
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306 Freel Dr, Ames, IA
4.29
Lot/Land
$270,000
07/18/25
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-
50421 Clover Ct, Ames, IA
6.16
Lot/Land
$140,000
02/13/26
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-
50443 Clover Ct, Ames, IA
6.22
Lot/Land
$130,000
04/13/26
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-

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Assigned Schools

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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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