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212 Garden Road

Ames, IA 50010
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Bed 5

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,073

Sqft

Acres0.50

Acre(Lot)

SELLERS ARE OFFERING UPT TO 1% OF THE PURCHASE PRICE towards a temporary rate buy down to help lower your first-year mortgage payments OR towards your closing costs. Sellers are also offering a 1k credit for a new refrigerator, so you can pick out your own! ~Welcome home to this spacious ranch situated on a half-acre lot in a convenient Ames location. The oversized driveway provides plenty of parking, while the mature trees create a beautiful, shaded setting you'll enjoy all year long. Outdoor living shines here with a large front deck that's perfect for morning coffee, a fully fenced backyard featuring a brick patio with bistro lights, fire pit, charming chicken coop (or garden shed), & a lilac hedge that adds both privacy & character. The kitchen features quartz countertops & a gas range . The main floor also includes 3 bedrooms with hardwood floors & a full bathroom. The lower level offers flexibility with a spacious 2nd family room, 2 nonconforming bedrooms, a large bathroom with a shower, & a generous storage/mechanical room where the washer and dryer can stay. Enjoy long showers with a tankless water heater & peace of mind with a radon mitigation system already in place. With 5 total bedrooms (including 2 nonconforming), there's room for everyone to spread out both inside & out. Located in the Kate Mitchell Elementary School district with quick access to Duff Avenue, Hwy 30, shopping, restaurants, & Iowa State University, this home combines space, convenience, & value.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $338,500

AD Id : 88464510

MLS Id : 745990

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 0.50 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,073

Tax Amount : 2704.00

Year Built : 1960

Garage : 1

County : Story

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 5

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Finished, Partially Finished
  • Flooring Information

    Hardwood
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen, See Remarks Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer
  • Heating & Cooling

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

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1960 Building Area Total: 1073 Stories: 1 Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio Private Pool: No
  • Exterior Features

    Exterior Features: Fire Pit

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 0.5 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.5 Lot Size Square Feet: 21750

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $338500 Original Price: $345000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 0923250030 Annual Tax: $2704 Tax Legal Desc: EMERALD SD E1/2 LOT 16

  • Parking Information

    Attached, Garage

    Garage Information

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

  • Location Information

    Direction: From S Duff Ave turn east onto Garden Road, the home will be on your right! WaterSource: Public
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ByOwner last updated this listing 09/13/2026 @ 15:28

MLS: 745990 LISTED BY: Jasmine Peters, Goodall Properties LLC 515-988-9309 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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