This one-of-a-kind home sits across from Emma McCarthy Lee Park on a large, fully fenced, tree-filled 17,850 sq ft lot. It offers more than 2,900 sq ft of well-finished living space, including a completely remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops, white cabinets, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, hood vent, hardwood floors, and soft-close drawers. The home has 5 bedrooms—3 on the main level and two non-conforming bedroom in the lower level. The roof and Leaf Gutter Guards were replaced in 2022. A bright 3-season porch provides a great spot for morning coffee or a quiet place to read. Additional features include wood-burning fireplaces on both levels, main-level laundry, an oversized garage, and a charming A-frame backyard shed that could also serve as a playhouse. Tour this home in person to truly appreciate everything it offers. You'll be glad you did.
Sold for $400,000 on 01/14/26
$400,000
3513 Ross Rd, Ames, IA 50014
5beds
1,596sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1956
0.41 Acres Lot
$400,100 Zestimate®
$251/sqft
$2,566 Estimated rent
Home value
$400,100
$380,000 - $420,000
$2,566/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 14, 2026 at 08:46am
Listed by:
Gale & Ryan Gehling 515-233-9100,
Keller Williams Ames
Bought with:
Gale & Ryan Gehling, S42816
Keller Williams Ames
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 68939
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
Bedroom 5
- Level: Basement
Full bathroom
- Level: Main
Half bathroom
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Basement
Family room
- Level: Basement
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Rec room
- Level: Basement
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Whole House Fan
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Gas, Two
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,596
- Total interior livable area: 1,596 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,596
- Finished area below ground: 1,314
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.41 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0905200330
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ames
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/14/2026 | Sold | $400,000+6.7%$251/sqft |
Source:  CIBR #68939 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $375,000+39.9%$235/sqft |
Source: CIBR #68939 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2017 | Sold | $268,000$168/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #538975 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2017 | Pending sale | $268,000$168/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Signature R.E. #538975 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2017 | Listed for sale | $268,000+37.4%$168/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames #538975 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,900 +18.1% | $355,500 |
| 2023 | $4,150 +1.3% | $355,500 +39.1% |
| 2022 | $4,098 -4.2% | $255,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 50014
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Abbie Sawyer Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
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