Looking for an amazing and unique home in Ames, that isn't cookie cutter? Then this home is perfect for you! Nestled into a quiet West Ames location, with a wooded backdrop and backyard waterfall feature, this home will dazzle you with every turn. The enclosed front porch is a welcoming place to laze on a rainy day and enjoy the fresh air, extending your living space by almost 200 sf. Inside, the foyer displays the unique staircase with tiled risers, beautiful woodwork and a built-in bookshelf. The main level has a circular flow for easy living. A large living room and attached dining room keep the home feeling open, while offering seperate spaces. You will love the kitchen! White cabinets, butcher block countertops, a butler's pantry and sideboard paneling. A half bath is tucked away for convenience. The backporch is designed for shoe and coat storage. Upstairs you will find four spacious bedrooms, with portal windows and original hardwoods. Surprise! A third story offers a great flex space or 5th bedroom.
For sale
Price cut: $10K (7/15)
$325,000
3223 West St, Ames, IA 50014
5beds
2,162sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1917
9,583.2 Square Feet Lot
$318,700 Zestimate®
$150/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Built-in bookshelfBeautiful woodworkOriginal hardwoodsSideboard panelingWooded backdropSpacious bedroomsEnclosed front porch
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 20, 2025 at 11:31pm
Listed by:
Abby Hausmann-Virgil 515-965-9100,
Keller Williams- Ankeny Metro
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 67002

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
Half bathroom
- Level: Main
Full bathroom
- Level: Upper
Family room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Unfinished,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,162
- Total interior livable area: 2,162 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 332
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: Multi-Level
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 9,583.2 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 0905475410
- Zoning: Res
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- Year built: 1917
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $150/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $257,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,698
- Date on market: 4/11/2025
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
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