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  • $425,000

    2810 Ross Rd, Ames, IA 50014

    4beds
    2,324sqft
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    $3,141/mo
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1938
    0.56 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $183/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Formal dining roomOriginal birch woodwork throughoutAbundant built-insGorgeous hardwood floorsCrisp white color paletteTerrazzo tileNew asphalt shingles
    Welcome to 2810 Ross Road in Ames. This charming 4-bedroom, 3-bath Colonial-style home is nestled on a double lot totaling over half an acre, along the beautiful west edge of the Iowa State University campus. From the moment you step through the inviting red front door, you'll feel the warmth, character, and timeless charm this home has to offer. Imagine generations of children racing down the beautiful open staircase on Christmas morning, eager to see what Santa has left behind. The cozy living room, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, is the perfect spot to hang your stockings with care and create memories for years to come. You'll fall in love with the original birch woodwork throughout, complemented by a crisp white color palette and an abundance of natural light streaming through the home's lovely windows. Classic character blends beautifully with thoughtful updates, including new asphalt shingles and a new HVAC system in 2026, along with updated electrical panel. Additional highlights include composite deck, terrazzo tile, a gas range, formal dining room, gorgeous hardwood floors, knotty pine walls, abundant built-ins, main-level laundry, and a convenient main-level primary bedroom with a walk-in closet. Offering over 2,900 square feet of beautifully finished living space, this home also features a 16' x 20' patio, a spacious deck, and a 3-car garage. With its generous lot, timeless architectural details, and inviting spaces, this is more than just a house, it's a place to make memories and call home! Virtual staging photography in use.
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    Gale & Ryan Gehling Team 515-233-9100,

    Keller Williams Ames

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 71785MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Upper
      Other
      • Level: Upper
      Full bathroom
      • Level: Main
      Other
      • Level: Basement
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Family room
      • Level: Main
      Family room
      • Level: Basement
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Utility room
      • Level: Basement
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Carpet
      • Windows: Window Treatments
      • Basement: Partial,Sump Pump
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Two
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,324
      • Total interior livable area: 2,324 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 582

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Garage
      • Has garage: Yes
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      Lot
      • Size: 0.56 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0904101090
      • Zoning: Residential
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Block, Tile
      Condition
      • Year built: 1938

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      Green energy
      • Indoor air quality: Radon Mitigation System - Active

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Ames

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $183/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $361,300
      • Annual tax amount: $4,718
      • Date on market: 11/11/2026
      • Road surface type: Hard Surface

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        11/11/2026Listed for sale$425,000$183/sqft
        Source: CIBR #71785 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$4,718 +4%$361,300 +3.5%
        2024$4,536 +10.7%$349,200 +3.7%
        2023$4,098 +1.2%$336,900 +33.4%
        2022$4,048 -4.2%$252,500
        2021$4,226 -2.1%$252,500 +1.5%
        2020$4,315 -3.3%$248,800
        2019$4,464 -5.8%$248,800
        2018$4,739 +3.3%$248,800
        2017$4,586 +2.4%$248,800 -5.4%
        2016$4,480 $263,100
        2015$4,480 +5%$263,100
        2014$4,268 $263,100 +4.3%
        2013-- $252,200
        2012-- $252,200
        2011$3,854 +2.5%--
        2010$3,760 +6.5%--
        2009$3,532 +3.2%--
        2008$3,422 +2.6%--
        2007$3,336 -2.1%--
        2006$3,408 +4.8%--
        2005$3,252 +0.1%--
        2004$3,250 -4.5%$227,300
        2003$3,404 -6.3%--
        2002$3,632 +10.1%$117,699 +7.9%
        2001$3,299 $109,098
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 50014

        Getting around

        24 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        39 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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