809 Wilson Ave, Ames, IA 50010
SOLD
MAY 5, 2026

809 Wilson Ave
Ames, IA 50010

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,178 sqft

$197,000

Last Sold: May 5, 2026
10% below list $219K
$167/sqft

$197,000

Last Sold: May 5, 2026
10% below list $219K
$167/sqft
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,178 sqft

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Description

Welcome home to this charming bungalow in the heart of Ames! This 3 bedroom, 1 bath home offers 1,178 square feet with character and thoughtful updates. Step inside to a spacious living room featuring tall ceilings and beautiful hardwood floors, flowing seamlessly into a formal dining room, perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The updated kitchen showcases stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, tile flooring, and great functionality.
Two main level bedrooms feature hardwood flooring and share a full bathroom with tile flooring and a conveniently located washer and dryer. The finished upper level provides a generously sized third bedroom with windows on all sides, a walk-in closet, and additional space ideal for a home office or sitting area. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard with garden beds, plus an oversized one car garage with a covered patio area, perfect for relaxing or hosting guests. Recent updates include a new garage roof and new basement windows. This adorable Ames bungalow is full of charm and move in ready!
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 May 05, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$167/sqft
Listed
4 days ago

Home Details for 809 Wilson Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1178 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: Wood, PartialExterior: FenceFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 90

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: See Remarks
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0902300120

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $219,000Price Per Sqft: $167/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Mar 19 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Ames
School Information
Elementary School District: AmesJr High / Middle School District: AmesHigh School District: Ames

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1178 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9143.244 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 731844Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (865) 801-1887Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19169-N-0902300120-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 90
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Ethan Hokel, (865) 801-1887
Century 21 Signature
Ro Smith, (309) 635-8004
Century 21 Signature
Bought with: Laaser-Webb, Sarah, RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#731844

Price History for 809 Wilson Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/05/2026$197,000Sold
DMMLS #731844
03/19/2026$219,000PendingDMMLS #731844
01/19/2026$219,000PriceChange
DMMLS #731844
12/19/2025$229,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #731844
06/25/2020$143,000Sold
CIBR #54468
05/10/2020$145,000PendingAgent Provided
05/08/2020$145,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/09/2020$155,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/06/2019$165,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/12/2019$165,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/31/2015$42,500Sold
N/A
02/17/2015$49,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/07/2015$54,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/26/2014$59,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/11/2014$67,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,000
Assessment$180,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 809 Wilson Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
720 10th St, Ames, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$220,000
09/15/25
2
1
1,072
1104 Wilson Ave, Ames, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$185,000
03/12/26
3
1
1,122
920 Clark Ave, Ames, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$230,000
09/05/25
2
1
1,246
907 Clark Ave, Ames, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$262,500
11/13/25
3
1.5
1,449
1107 Wilson Ave, Ames, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$205,000
07/01/25
3
1.5
1,344
607 6th St, Ames, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$160,000
10/15/25
3
2
1,657
712 Ridgewood Ave, Ames, IA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$230,000
11/06/25
2
1
1,144
209 10th St, Ames, IA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$195,000
11/07/25
2
1
800
811 Grand Ave, Ames, IA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$227,000
12/12/25
5
2
1,532

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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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809 Wilson Ave, Ames, IA 50010 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,178 sqft single-family home built in 1920. This property is not currently available for sale. 809 Wilson Ave was last sold on May 5, 2026 for $197,000 (10% lower than the asking price of $219,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 809 Wilson Ave is $212,400.