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2008 Douglas Avenue

Ames, IA 50010
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

SqFt968

Sqft

Acres0.19

Acre(Lot)

This charming 3-bedroom ranch offers comfortable living in a convenient Ames location. Original hardwood floors bring warmth and character to the bright living room, hallway, and bedrooms. The functional kitchen provides generous cabinet and counter space, an informal dining area, and sliding glass doors overlooking the fenced backyard, offering the opportunity to create a deck or patio tailored to your style. A built-in desk nook provides a convenient space for working from home, studying, or staying organized. The full basement offers laundry, storage, and plenty of usable space. The attached garage features a rear overhead door, allowing convenient drive-through access to the backyard—ideal for lawn equipment, trailers, or outdoor projects. Recent improvements include a new refrigerator , washer, dryer, gutters, lighting, and updated faucet fixtures. Situated between historic Downtown Ames and North Ames, this home offers easy access to shopping, dining, parks, a public golf course, and an elementary school just half a block away. Come see the possibilities at 2008 Douglas Avenue! UPDATE! The sellers are adding a 12 ft by 8 ft pressurized wood deck that will have 6 ft-wide steps to the backyard!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $250,000

AD Id : 88464506

MLS Id : 745834

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.19 Acre

Living Area Size : 968

Tax Amount : 2574.00

Year Built : 1957

Garage : 1

County : Story

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1
  • Flooring Information

    Hardwood, 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: 1957 Building Area Total: 968 Stories: 1 Patio And Porch Features: Patio Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 70x119 Main Square Feet: 0.19 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.19 Lot Size Square Feet: 8358 Lot Description: Rectangular Lot

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $250000 Cash, Conventional

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 05-35-181-100 Annual Tax: $2574 Tax Legal Desc: BROADMOOR ADD LOT:45 AMES

  • Parking Information

    Attached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 1

  • Location Information

    Direction: From Duff Ave, one block west on 20th then north on Douglas. The house will be on your right. WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 09/13/2026 @ 17:30

MLS: 745834 LISTED BY: John Livingston, Hunziker & Associates, Inc. 515-233-4450 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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