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!
Sold for $282,500 on 10/01/25
$282,500
219 Franklin Ave, Ames, IA 50014
4beds
1,157sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1929
9,583.2 Square Feet Lot
$282,600 Zestimate®
$244/sqft
$1,650 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 06, 2025 at 09:47am
Listed by:
Real Estate Team, Jennings 515-291-8720,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER,
Elli Jennings,
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Bought with:
Laurry Wailes, S70657000
The American Real Estate Company
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 66806
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: Main
Full bathroom
- Level: Upper
Full bathroom
- Level: Basement
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
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
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
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 9,583 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 0905451120
- Zoning: Res
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Tile, Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ames
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Hard Surface