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Sold for $1,215,500
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    265 W Riverside Rd, Ames, IA 50010

    5beds
    5,373sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2004
    20.28 Acres Lot
    $1,216,500 Zestimate®
    $226/sqft
    $5,031 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,216,500

    $1.16M - $1.28M

    $5,031/mo

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    What's special

    Fully finished basementTheater roomFull barGenerous room sizesExercise room
    Discover exceptional luxury living on 20.28 private acres in north Ames. This 2004 custom-built home received a thoughtful renovation in 2020, offering modern elegance and premium finishes throughout. Boasting 5 spacious bedrooms and 8 bathrooms, the home features a fully finished basement complete with a full bar, theater room, and exercise room, creating the ultimate space for entertaining, recreation, and wellness. Enjoy abundant parking and storage with 4 attached garages. Additional highlights include a large detached garage (38' x 60') with 3 stalls and finished living space above, ideal for guests, a home office, studio, or rental potential. The sprawling grounds provide rare privacy and serenity while remaining just minutes from Ames amenities, Ada Haden park, Iowa State University, shopping, dining, and major routes. Whether you're seeking room for hobbies, vehicles, outdoor pursuits, or simply embracing peaceful countryside views, this estate delivers endless possibilities. The 2020 updates, generous room sizes, and prime Gilbert schools location make it a standout for luxury acreage living with unmatched convenience. All information obtained from seller and public record.

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    Listed by:

    Heather Schmidt (515)729-4735,

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    Bought with:

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    OTHER

    Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 739039MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 6
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
    • Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level
    Features
    • Wet Bar, Central Vacuum, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    • Basement: Finished
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Electric, Gas Log
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 5,373
    • Total interior livable area: 5,373 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 2,884

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage
    • Attached garage spaces: 4
    Features
    • Levels: One and One Half
    • Stories: 1.5
    • Patio & porch: Open, Patio, Porch, Screened
    • Exterior features: Enclosed Porch, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio, Storage
    Lot
    • Size: 20.28 Acres
    Details
    • Additional structures: Storage
    • Parcel number: 0523310275
    • Zoning: R A-1

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: One and One Half Story
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stone, Stucco, Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Poured
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 2004

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Fitness, Storage Facilities
    • Security: Security System
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Ames

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $226/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,698,900
    • Annual tax amount: $20,832
    • Date on market: 4/23/2026
    • Cumulative days on market: 69 days
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Concrete

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/1/2026Sold$1,215,500-28.5%$226/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #739039 Report a problem
    7/23/2026Pending sale$1,699,000$316/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #739039 Report a problem
    6/9/2026Price change$1,699,000-10.1%$316/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #739039 Report a problem
    4/23/2026Listed for sale$1,890,000$352/sqft
    Source: DMMLS #739039 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$20,832 +6%$1,698,900 +8.3%
    2024$19,662 +7.3%$1,568,400
    2023$18,328 +22.3%$1,568,400 +25.7%
    2022$14,990 -15.5%$1,248,000 +21.4%
    2021$17,730 -1.4%$1,028,200 -8.6%
    2020$17,976 -15.9%$1,124,800
    2019$21,369 +0.9%$1,124,800 -9.9%
    2018$21,185 +0.7%$1,248,600
    2017$21,040 +2.4%$1,248,600 -0.1%
    2016$20,544 $1,250,000
    2015$20,544 +6.6%$1,250,000
    2014$19,280 $1,250,000 +1.3%
    2013-- $1,233,500 -1.9%
    2012-- $1,257,200
    2011$18,732 +2.8%$1,257,200 -0.2%
    2010$18,224 +1.9%$1,259,500
    2009$17,880 +9.3%$1,259,500 -0.5%
    2008$16,366 $1,266,100 +420.2%
    2004-- $243,400
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 50010

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Gilbert

    Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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