About This Home

This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 909 Idaho Avenue in Ames, IA is listed for $448,000 ($213 per sqft). Built in 1989, the home offers 2,100 sqft of living space on a 0.28 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1989
  • 0.28 acre lot
  • 2 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
1 full, 1 half
3-car garage
1989

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

Seller is offering a $7,500 credit to buyer with acceptable offer for rate buydown, closing costs or prepaids. Tucked into a tree lined setting in West Ames, this beautifully maintained 5 bedroom, 4 bath split level home offers space, comfort, and character across five distinct levels.

Brand new Anderson windows and sliding doors, and blinds on the main floor and upper level promise energy efficiency for years to come. The kitchen and dining area sit at an elevated vantage point overlooking the entrance and living room. The entry features a skylight, new luxury vinyl flooring, and a new storm door.

Fresh paint, updated fixtures, and new appliances including a refrigerator, induction range, and microwave, make this home move-in ready. The main floor family room features a new Mendota gas fireplace that provides heat. A wet bar makes this area ideal for entertaining and everyday living.

Upstairs the primary bedroom enjoys a peaceful, forest-like backdrop of mature trees. A two level deck overlooks a fenced, wooded backyard that feels like a private escape. The finished lower level adds two bedrooms, a rec room, and a den which is perfect for guests or a home office. The three car garage with new garage door openers completes the house. Located in Spring Valley with a minimal HOA fee and just minutes from an elementary school. Square footage is according to city assessor.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,451/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$324
Interest$1,941
Insurance$131
HOA$55

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

909 Idaho Avenue

Ames, IA 50014

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Ceiling Fan(s)Wet Bar

Exterior Features

Fiber Cement Board

Property Details

Flooring

CarpetVinylTileHardwood

Construction

Fiber Cement Board

Outdoor Features

PatioDeck

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWasher

Questions & Answers

This 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 909 Idaho Avenue is listed at $448,000 ($213/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,451 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance, HOA fees.

HOA fees are $55/month.

Key features include: Built in 1989, 0.28 acre lot, 2 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Wet Bar. Exterior Features: Fiber Cement Board.

This property is listed by Kathy Thompson.

KT

Kathy Thompson

License S24421

Agent at Hunziker & Associates, Realtors

Listed by Hunziker & Associates, Realtors · Broker phone: (515) 233-4450 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 70365· Source: Central Iowa Board of Realtors, Inc.· 149 days on PropertySimple

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909 Idaho Avenue, Ames, IA 50014

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