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5020 Emerson Dr, Ames, IA, 50014

$249,900

Home List Price

$2,968*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,040 SqFt
$240/SqFt
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5020 Emerson Dr, Ames$249,900

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$2,968*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeResidential
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1977
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #707672
Lot Size0.20 Acres
StatusActive

About 5020 Emerson Dr

Great investment home in West Ames. 3 bed/2 bath, great lot with excellent access to university. Beautiful screened porch and oversized 2-car garage. Well built in 1977, and nicely maintained. Rental Cert will need to be renewed, expired summer of '24.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Living Area: 1,040 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Century 21 Signature
  • Office Phone: (515) 963-1040
  • Listing Agent: Rog Wheeler

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate
  • Interior: Window Treatments

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Size: 0.20 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Lincolnway West to Thackarey, then south to Emerson

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $249,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $240/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $3,218
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Ames, IA

City

Med. Sold Price

$309.3K

Med. Price/SqFt

$215

Avg. Days On Market

63

# of Sold Homes

24

5020 Emerson Dr vs Ames

35 DAYS ON ROCKET

-28 Days

$249,900

-$59.4K Less

$240/SqFt

+$25 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $59.4K less than the Median Sold Price and $25/SqFt more than other homes in Ames, IA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • MLS Number: #707672

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Century 21 Signature
  • Office Phone: (515) 963-1040
  • Listing Agent: Rog Wheeler

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jul 07, 2016Home Sold
$164,500
Jun 10, 2013Home Sold
$149,000
Oct 22, 2009Home Sold
$150,500
Feb 15, 2008Home Sold
$144,500

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$3,218$182,900
2019$3,194$182,900
2018$3,194$182,900
2017$2,868$182,900

History based on county public records data.

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$1,315

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$816

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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5
/10

  • Edwards Elementary School

  • 820 Miller Ave

  • 0.24 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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3
/10

  • Sawyer Elementary School

  • 4316 Ontario St

  • 1.10 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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8
/10

  • Fellows Elementary School

  • 1235 20th St

  • 3.42 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $70,562. Typical income of Ames, IA residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 5020 Emerson Dr

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 5020 Emerson Dr property is $249,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 5020 Emerson Dr is a house located in Ames, Iowa, 50014.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 5020 Emerson Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $3,218 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on July 7, 2016 for $164,500. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 5020 Emerson Dr has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 5020 Emerson Dr is 1,040 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 5020 Emerson Dr is 1977.

Rocket Homes›Iowa›Story County›Ames›50014›5020 Emerson Dr

This home is located at 5020 Emerson Dr in Ames, IA and zip code 50014. This 1,040 square foot home, which was built in 1977, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 12, 2024 and is currently priced at $249,900.

Over 2 listings were sold over their listed price in November 2024 in Ames, IA. In the same period over 20 listings were sold below the listed price and 2 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Ames, IA decreased by 9.7% between October 2024 and November 2024. In November 2024 median list price was $309,300 and the average listing age was 63 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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