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3214 Nixon Avenue

Ames, IA 50010
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Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

SqFt858

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Acres0.17

Acre(Lot)

Tucked away on Nixon Avenue is a home that feels like it was pulled from the pages of a storybook. Bright, airy, and lovingly cared for, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends thoughtful updates with the cozy character of an English cottage. Step inside to find laminate flooring flowing throughout the home, abundant natural light, and spaces that feel warm, inviting, and beautifully put together. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and a clean, cheerful design perfect for everything from quiet morning coffee to Sunday baking. Downstairs, the finished basement adds valuable living space and plenty of room to relax, work, play, or entertain. Outside may be where the magic really happens. A fenced backyard creates your own private little escape, highlighted by a beautif ul paver patio that feels made for summer dinners, string lights, garden parties, and evenings under the stars. A detached 2-car garage adds practicality to all the charm. Carefully updated, wonderfully maintained, and full of personality, 3214 Nixon Ave is the kind of home that proves you don't need a castle to live happily ever after.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $255,000

AD Id : 91152368

MLS Id : 749086

Beds : 2

Lot Size : 0.17 Acre

Living Area Size : 858

Tax Amount : 2955.00

Year Built : 1971

Garage : 2

County : Story

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total beds: 2

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes Basement: Finished
  • Flooring Information

    Laminate
  • Roofing Information

    Asphalt, Shingle
  • Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen Roof: Asphalt, Shingle Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Heating & Cooling

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

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1971 Building Area Total: 858 Construction Materials: Wood Siding Stories: 1 Patio And Porch Features: Patio Private Pool: No

  • Lot Information

    Main Square Feet: 0.1685 Acres Lot Size Acres: 0.1685 Lot Size Square Feet: 7340

  • Listing Price Information

    Listing Price: $255000 Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 0527404150 Annual Tax: $2955 Tax Legal Desc: GLENVIEW HEIGHTS 4TH SD LOT:27 AMES

  • Parking Information

    Attached, Garage

    Garage Information

    Has Garage: Yes Has Attached Garage: Yes Garage Space: 2

  • Location Information

    Direction: From North Grand Ave, turn left onto Wheeler St. Turn right onto Nixon Ave, home is on the right. WaterSource: Public Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
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ByOwner last updated this listing 09/13/2026 @ 02:46

MLS: 749086 LISTED BY: Christopher Betts, RE/MAX Real Estate Center 515-232-4663 SOURCE: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS

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