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Sold for $99,000 on 10/27/25
  • $99,000

    121 Cherry Ave, Ames, IA 50010

    1beds
    528sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    8,520.34 Square Feet Lot
    $99,000 Zestimate®
    $188/sqft
    $786 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Discover the charm of country living in this beautifully refreshed 1-bedroom, 1-bath home. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, seeking a peaceful retreat, or looking for a smart investment, this cozy haven is move-in ready and full of character. Recent improvements bring comfort and peace of mind, including a brand-new roof, updated plumbing and gas line from street to home and inside, new electrical, and a new AC and furnace system for year-round efficiency. Fresh interior paint, three new windows, and a new storm door create a clean, welcoming feel while adding country charm. Downstairs, a reinforced basement wall and new window wells offer secure storage or hobby space. Outside, mature fruit trees and a perfectly sized yard on a quiet dead-end street make this home a true country retreat with easy maintenance. Complete with modern SMART home technology, this property combines simple living, thoughtful updates, and natural beauty—ready for you to move in and feel at home.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 27, 2025 at 01:42pm

    Listed by:

    Amanda Simpson (515)664-1788,

    EXP Realty, LLC

    Bought with:

    Maria Rocha

    EXP Realty, LLC

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 726233MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 1
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Unfinished
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 528
    • Total interior livable area: 528 sqft

    Property

    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
    • Exterior features: Enclosed Porch, Fire Pit, Storage
    Lot
    • Size: 8,520 sqft
    Details
    • Additional structures: Storage
    • Parcel number: 0911225120
    • Zoning: HOC

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1920

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Ames

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Gravel
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