Welcome to this beautifully maintained Northridge home, offering exceptional space, comfort, and quality. Featuring both a main floor master suite and an upstairs master suite, this home is perfect for flexible living arrangements or providing private guest quarters. Generously sized rooms and bathrooms throughout set this property apart, while neutral decor offers a timeless, move-in-ready backdrop.
You'll love the craftsmanship throughout, including beautiful built-ins that add character, functionality, and a custom touch to the living spaces. Situated on a large corner lot with mature trees and established landscaping, the property offers privacy, shade, and a serene setting. The south-facing daylight basement brings in abundant natural light, making it feel bright and welcoming.
Notable features include a main floor office, main floor laundry, heated 3-car garage with 2 doors, epoxy floor, and floor drain. High-quality construction shines with steel siding, 2x6 framing, tray ceilings, and 9' high side walls. A brand-new roof installed in 2023 offers added peace of mind.
This standout home has been exceptionally cared for and was once occupied by Helen Hunt while filming the movie Twister! Call today to schedule your private showing!
For sale
$689,000
3144 Sycamore Rd, Ames, IA 50014
5beds
3,248sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1994
0.33 Acres Lot
$679,700 Zestimate®
$212/sqft
$22/mo HOA
What's special
Main floor laundryMain floor officeLarge corner lotGenerously sized roomsMature treesBeautiful built-insNeutral decor
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 14, 2025 at 04:19am
Listed by:
Mike Purcell 515-232-6175,
Friedrich Iowa Realty
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 68214

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Main
Full bathroom
- Level: Basement
Half bathroom
- Level: Main
Full bathroom
- Level: Upper
Full bathroom
- Level: Upper
Den
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Basement
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Basement
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Other
- 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
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Daylight,Full,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,248
- Total interior livable area: 3,248 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,035
- Finished area below ground: 1,572
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck-Wood, Porch - Open
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Features: Level, Sprinkler (Yard)
Details
- Parcel number: 0528366010
- Zoning: RL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Steel, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1994
Details
- Builder name: Jensen Builders Ltd
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Indoor air quality: Radon Mitigation System - Active
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $268 yearly
- HOA name: Northridge Homeowners Association
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $212/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $618,600
- Annual tax amount: $8,822
- Date on market: 8/14/2025
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
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