Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home located on a quiet street in the desirable Northridge Heights neighborhood of Ames. With over 3,200 square feet of total living space, including a partially finished basement, this home offers an ideal combination of space, comfort, and thoughtful updates.
A rare and highly functional layout places all four bedrooms on the second floor, along with three full bathrooms — offering exceptional convenience and privacy for families and guests. The spacious primary suite features a private bath with a relaxing Jacuzzi tub and a double-sink vanity, creating a comfortable retreat. The additional upstairs bedrooms are served by two more full baths: one with a double-sink vanity, and the other a Jack-and-Jill bathroom with two individual vanities, making busy mornings easy and efficient.
The main and upper levels feature hardwood floor and brand-new AC5-rated laminate flooring installed in summer/Fall 2025, offering excellent durability, water resistance, and a lifetime residential warranty. The open layout is complemented by a cozy fireplace, walk-in closets, upstairs living area and abundant natural light throughout.
Major mechanical updates provide peace of mind, including a new HVAC system (furnace and central AC replaced in 2019), a new water heater (2021), and an active radon mitigation system in the basement. All kitchen appliances (microwave, refrigerator, electric range, and dishwasher) were replaced in 2019. The finished portion (800 SF) of the basement (1115 SF) adds flexible space for a recreation room, home office, or guest area.
Outside, enjoy a private backyard with a deck — perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This move-in-ready home offers exceptional value with its size, layout, and recent updates, all in a quiet and desirable neighborhood.
County assessed value is $507,300 (April 2025). Home is intentionally priced below this level to attract strong offers and facilitate a smooth transaction.
We will cover the buyer’s agent fee.
For sale by owner
$489,000
3902 Valley View Rd, Ames, IA 50010
4beds
2,433sqft
Est.:
SingleFamily
Built in 2003
0.3 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$201/sqft
$16/mo HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplacePartially finished basementHardwood floorWalk-in closetsAbundant natural light throughoutSpacious primary suiteDouble-sink vanity
What the owner loves about this home
What I love most about this home is how comfortable and easy it is to live here. The layout is incredibly family-friendly, with all four bedrooms and three full bathrooms on the second floor, which makes everyday life — especially busy mornings — much more convenient. The neighborhood is very quiet, safe, and friendly, and we love that it’s walkable to nearby parks. Being in the Gilbert school district, one of the best in Iowa, has also been a huge plus. It’s a home that offers both comfort and peace of mind in a wonderful community.
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Listed by:
Property Owner (515) 441-0170
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Partially finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,433 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage - Attached, Off-street
Features
- Exterior features: Other, Shingle, Stone
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0528168030
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $16 monthly
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $201/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $459,700
- Annual tax amount: $7,004
- Date on market: 12/30/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,892/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $489,000+68.6%$201/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2009 | Sold | $290,000-1.4%$119/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 9/20/2004 | Sold | $293,990$121/sqft |
Source: | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,004 +16.1% | $459,700 |
| 2023 | $6,034 +1.5% | $459,700 +36.4% |
| 2022 | $5,944 -4.3% | $337,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,596/mo
Principal & interest
$1896
Property taxes
$513
Other costs
$187
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 50010
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAGilbert Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 3.2 mi
- 10/10Gilbert Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 9/10Gilbert High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
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