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Sold for $284,900 on 09/19/25
  • $284,900

    3224 Ross Rd, Ames, IA 50014

    4beds
    1,788sqft
    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1957
    0.26 Acres Lot
    $284,900 Zestimate®
    $159/sqft
    $1,998 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Discover comfort and privacy in this charming Ames home, where the beautiful and dense woods of Emma McCarthy Lee Park create breathtaking views! The fenced-in backyard is your private retreat where the woods bring deer, fox, and other wildlife right to your doorstep. Enjoy year-round recreation - cross-country skiing in winter or walking and biking trails in warmer months. Don't forget, Iowa State University is just a few minutes away, blending quiet convenience with the vibrant community life Ames offers. Moving inside, hardwood floors flow through a sunlit main level, featuring two spacious bedrooms, a full bath, and a living room with a cozy fireplace perfect for curling up with a good book in the cooler fall and winter months that are on their way. The upper level includes two more versatile bedrooms for family or guests, and a home office or 5th bedroom is just the cherry on top. The lower level boasts a large family room, sauna, another full bath, workshop for hobbies or projects, and a walkout to the backyard patio that pulls you towards nature once again. Fresh 2023 upgrades include a new roof, gutters, some windows, and front porch, ensuring lasting value. Nestled on a peaceful street where nature is your closest neighbor, this home offers unmatched charm and serenity. Don't miss your chance to own this gem—schedule your tour today!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: September 19, 2025 at 02:54pm

    Listed by:

    The Engelman Team 515-232-6175,

    Friedrich Iowa Realty

    Bought with:

    Member Non

    CENTRAL IOWA BOARD OF REALTORS

    Source: CIBR,MLS#: 68263MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Bedroom
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom 4
    • Level: Upper
    Full bathroom
    • Level: Main
    Full bathroom
    • Level: Basement
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Family room
    • Level: Basement
    Other
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Laundry
    • Level: Basement
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    Office
    • Description: or 5th Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Utility room
    • Level: Basement
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
    • Basement: Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Gas, Two
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,788
    • Total interior livable area: 1,788 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,104
    • Finished area below ground: 500

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage
    • Has garage: Yes
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 0.26 Acres
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0905229040
    • Zoning: RL
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
    Materials
    • Foundation: Block, Tile
    Condition
    • Year built: 1957

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Ames
    Services availability