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  • Price cut: $15K (6/27)
    $185,000

    317 N Russell Ave, Ames, IA 50010

    7beds
    2,275sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    6,586.27 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $81/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    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!
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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#: 721285MLS LogoOriginating 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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