Seller will not accept any offers before Saturday 8/2 at 4 pm to give chance to all to snag this deal. Calling all handy people who want to own a mid-century modern home in a desirable neighborhood priced to accommodate repairs and improvements! It features classic architectural touches, including a statement brick fireplace, original fir trim, and hip roof design (with shingles replaced in 2016). You'll appreciate the roomy front and back entries, a nice-sized yard, and great bones throughout.
Recent updates since 2016 include new windows on the main level, updated 3-wire electrical outlets, newer flooring and carpet, and a well-done and tastefully remodeled main bathroom.
Offered as is, this property is a fantastic sweat equity opportunity, with potential to finish the basement, refresh the yard, and bring the deck back to life. Whether you're a homeowner looking to personalize a space or an investor seeking value in an established location, this one is worth a look as we've priced this to accommodate the improvements and corrections that it needs.
Sold for $160,000 on 09/26/25
$160,000
1714 Clark Ave, Ames, IA 50010
2beds
952sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
8,093.45 Square Feet Lot
$160,000 Zestimate®
$168/sqft
$1,213 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: September 29, 2025 at 01:35pm
Listed by:
Nancy Marion (515)276-2872,
RE/MAX Concepts-Ames
Bought with:
Campfield, Shane
Century 21 Signature Real Esta
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 723229
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 952
- Total interior livable area: 952 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Wood,Full
Lot
- Size: 8,093 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0535305200
- Zoning: RL
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century Modern,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ames
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Sell for more
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$160,000
2% more+$3,200
With Zillow Showcase(estimated)$163,200