A rare investment opportunity to own a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home in Ames, Iowa in a prime location for rental property ownership, just a short walk from Iowa State University. With spacious bedrooms, hardwood floors on the main level, and stainless steel appliances, the home is both functional and low-maintenance. Recent updates include new siding, roof, and vinyl windows, along with a 2021 HVAC system, providing peace of mind for years to come. Outside, enjoy a large yard and a detached one-stall garage. The property is currently leased through July 2026, with a rent increase already signed for the upcoming lease term, offering consistent cash flow from day one. A newly renewed Letter of Compliance is already in the works. Properties of this size and condition near campus are rare—this is a great long-term hold in an area with strong rental demand!
For sale
$282,500
219 Franklin Ave, Ames, IA 50014
4beds
1,157sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1929
9,583.2 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$244/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Detached one-stall garageSpacious bedroomsLarge yardStainless steel appliancesVinyl windows
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 25, 2025 at 12:12pm
Listed by:
Real Estate Team, Jennings 515-291-8720,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 66806

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
Full bathroom
- Level: Basement
Full bathroom
- Level: Upper
Full bathroom
- Level: Main
Den
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Basement
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,157
- Total interior livable area: 1,157 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 647
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch - Open
Lot
- Size: 9,583.2 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0905451120
- Zoning: Res
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl
- Foundation: Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $244/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $239,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,408
- Date on market: 4/7/2025
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
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