Welcome home to this charming, move-in ready split-level home offering 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and thoughtful updates throughout. The open-concept main floor is anchored by a fully renovated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry and quartz countertops. The inviting family room offers a cozy gas fireplace and windows that flood the space with natural light. Sliding glass doors open to an expansive wraparound composite deck overlooking a spacious backyard, perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The lower level offers a generous primary suite with a spa-like en suite bathroom, complete with a double-sink vanity, walk-in tiled shower with dual showerheads, and an oversized walk-in closet. The basement adds even more value with ample storage and a partially finished bonus room, ideal for a home gym, office, or playroom. A private patio walkout leads to a beautifully landscaped, tree-lined backyard oasis offering exceptional privacy. Unbeatable location: Walkable to Mitchell Elementary School, just off Highway 69, and minutes from Highway 30 and South Duff shopping and dining. Everything you need is within easy reach! Major updates include: HVAC (2017), Roof, siding, front door, and garage door (2019), Trex composite deck (2020), Upstairs carpet (2022), Remodeled kitchen with new cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances (2023), LVP flooring on main level (2023).
For sale
$359,000
701 Garden Rd, Ames, IA 50010
4beds
1,353sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1983
0.27 Acres Lot
$350,500 Zestimate®
$265/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Ample storageExceptional privacyPartially finished bonus roomFully renovated kitchenQuartz countertopsSpacious backyardPrivate patio walkout
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Listed by:
Claire Chester,
RE/MAX Real Estate Center-Urbandale
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 70665
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Basement
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
Primary bathroom
- Level: Basement
Full bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Office
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl, Laminate, Concrete, Carpet
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: Yes
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,353
- Total interior livable area: 1,353 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 627
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 0923276070
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Block, Tile
Condition
- Year built: 1983
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $265/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $358,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,124
- Date on market: 7/8/2026
- Road surface type: Hard Surface
Estimated market value
$350,500
$333,000 - $368,000
$1,875/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $359,000$265/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,124 +5% | $358,600 +21.8% |
| 2024 | $3,928 +10.4% | $294,500 +2.6% |
| 2023 | $3,558 +1.3% | $287,000 +30.3% |
| 2022 | $3,512 -4.2% | $220,300 |
| 2021 | $3,666 -2.6% | $220,300 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $3,763 -3.3% | $217,000 |
| 2019 | $3,893 +13.6% | $217,000 |
| 2018 | $3,426 +4.7% | $217,000 |
| 2017 | $3,272 +2.4% | $217,000 +14.1% |
| 2016 | $3,196 | $190,200 |
| 2015 | $3,196 +10.8% | $190,200 +5% |
| 2014 | $2,884 | $181,100 +4.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $173,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $173,300 |
| 2011 | $2,618 +2.6% | -- |
| 2010 | $2,552 +6.7% | -- |
| 2009 | $2,392 +3.3% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,316 +2.4% | -- |
| 2007 | $2,262 -1% | -- |
| 2006 | $2,286 +2.3% | -- |
| 2005 | $2,234 +0.1% | -- |
| 2004 | $2,232 +0.5% | $158,600 |
| 2003 | $2,222 -8% | -- |
| 2002 | $2,416 +2% | $78,276 -0.1% |
| 2001 | $2,368 | $78,321 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Kate Mitchell
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Kate Mitchell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 6/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.9 mi
- 8/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 mi
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- Iowa
- Story County
- Ames
- 50010
- Kate Mitchell
- 701 Garden Rd




