906 Murray Dr, Ames, IA 50010
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OFF MARKET

906 Murray Dr
Ames, IA 50010

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 932 sqft

$280,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,822/mo*
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$280,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,822/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
932 sqft

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
1950
Living Area
932 sqft
Price/Sqft
$301
Parking
Garage

About this House

Cozy updated brick ranch in outstanding Central Ames location. Features include: 1540 total finished SF, mature trees, spacious backyard, new garden shed, patio, southern exposure 3 seasons porch, leaf guard gutter topper, updated front entryway, oak hardwood and tile floors, wood fireplace, built-ins, updated eat-in kitchen, finished basement with family room, 3/4 bathroom, 3rd bedroom, and storage spaces, 1 year AHS home warranty, closes to Ames HS, elementary schools, and downtown, and much more! Great neighborhood and location.
906 Murray Dr, Ames, IA 50010 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 932 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $150,000 on Dec 21, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $280,900, with a rent estimate of $1,192/month.

Home Details for 906 Murray Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Mud RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherDeckExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Concrete BlockPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: A-frame

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276 sqft

Price History for 906 Murray Dr

DatePriceEventSource
12/21/2012$150,000Sold
CIBR #36456
11/06/2012$154,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/13/2012$158,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/03/2007$124,000Sold
CIBR #24457

Market trends in Ames

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$314K
$14.58KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$210
$5MoM
Available listings
181
18MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,012
Assessment$251,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 906 Murray Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
806 Murray Dr, Ames, IA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$246,000
02/13/26
2
2
1,043
2119 Furman Dr, Ames, IA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$248,500
12/22/25
3
2
952
2108 Melrose Ave, Ames, IA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$275,000
05/26/26
3
2
1,040
1428 Curtiss Ave, Ames, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$273,000
02/13/26
3
1.5
1,596
2102 Barr Dr, Ames, IA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$290,000
06/15/26
3
2
1,040
820 Murray Dr, Ames, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$345,000
04/01/26
3
1.5
2,297
1804 Wilson Ave, Ames, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$251,000
10/20/25
2
2
1,060
2120 Melrose Ave, Ames, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$193,315
04/21/26
4
2
1,231
1802 Clark Ave, Ames, IA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$245,800
08/11/25
3
2
1,152
2213 Jensen Ave, Ames, IA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$261,000
01/02/26
3
2
936

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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

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 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

  • 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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