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1221 Scott Avenue

Ames, IA 50014
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,809

Sqft

Acres0.29

Acre(Lot)

Come see this spacious, well-maintained story-and-a-half home on nearly 1/3 of an acre on the northwest side of Ames, just northwest of the Iowa State campus, off Ontario Road, and close to Emma McCarthy Lee Park. This home features two main-floor bedrooms, a nice front sitting room, a large living room, a full bath, a convenient kitchen, and an informal dining room with sliders to a large front deck. The original oak flooring runs through most of the main floor. Upstairs, you'll find a nice landing, currently used as an office. The large primary bedroom has his-and-hers closets and features an updated full bath. The lower level features a good-sized family room; the laundry and utility room has an updated tankless water heater; the furnace has the Aprilaire air system, and there is a uti lity sink. A huge storage room sits under the garage. This home has newer Pella windows, a newer roof, siding, fascia, soffit, and gutters. The front yard has some landscaping with several perennials and a magnolia tree that provides wonderful shade for the deck, yard, and house. There is also an impressive sidewalk. Also, just off the front deck is a nice two-car detached garage. The private backyard is fenced in. The home has lots of square footage and strong bones. Truly a convenient setting. Schedule your tour today.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $309,900

AD Id : 91715278

MLS Id : 748918

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.29 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,809 Sq. Ft

Tax Amount : $3,895.87

Year Built : 1938

Garage : 2

County : Story

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Finished
  • Flooring Information

    Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Heating & Cooling

    Has Heating: Yes Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Has Cooling: Yes Cooling: Central Air

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1938 Building Area Total: 1809 Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding Patio And Porch Features: Deck Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Storage

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 122 x 104 Main Square Feet: 0.29 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.29 Lot Size Square Feet: 12688 Lot Description: Corner Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $309900 Original Price: $307900 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 09-05-226-020 Annual Tax: $3895.87 Tax Legal Desc: SECTION:05 TOWNSHIP:83 RANGE:24 AUD PLAT N1/2 NE E 104' LOT 1 AMES

  • Parking Information

    Detached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • Location Information

    Direction: Head north on Interstate 35 to Hwy 30. Take the Ames exit off I35 and take the south Duff exit into Ames. Stay on Duff to 13th Street. Turn left on 13th Street and stay on 13th. 13th Street becomes Ontario. Then turn left onto Scott Street. The home is your first home on your right. Watch for the signs. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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ByOwner last updated this listing 10/08/2026 @ 22:59

MLS: 748918 LISTED BY: James Horstman, Hunziker & Associates, Inc. 515-233-4450 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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