1920 Craftsman Fixer-Upper Near ISU - Endless Potential! Opportunity knocks with this classic 3-story Craftsman-style home located just east of the Iowa State University campus! Full of original character this spacious property is perfect for the savvy fixer-upper buyer ready to restore it to its full potential. Step onto the inviting open front porch, perfect for morning coffee, or relax on the covered back patio. Inside, you'll find beautiful oak hardwood floors on the main level, an open living/dining area with built-in cabinets, and a main floor primary bedroom with an attached full bathroom. The second level features four generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the finished attic offers two additional bedrooms and convenient storage space. Additional highlights include a one-car detached garage, a full basement for extra space or future finishing, and updated mechanicals including a newer furnace (2018), water heater (2018), gutters (2017), and roof (2012). Enjoy the convenience of walking to Brookside Park, Downtown Ames, and ISU. With a solid structure and tons of space, this home is a rare find for buyers looking to invest in a property with charm, location, and potential. Bring your vision and make this gem shine again!
Pending
Price cut: $15K (6/27)
$185,000
317 N Russell Ave, Ames, IA 50010
7beds
2,275sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
6,586.27 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$81/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 14, 2025 at 04:47pm
Listed by:
Johnson, Sharon (515)232-4663,
RE/MAX Real Estate Center
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 721285
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Features
- Separate/Formal Dining Room, Cable TV, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,275
- Total interior livable area: 2,275 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio
- Exterior features: Patio
Lot
- Size: 6,586.27 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0903450030
- Zoning: UCRM
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Three Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $81/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $139,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,182
- Date on market: 6/30/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt
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