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513 Garden Rd, Ames, IA, 50010

$397,900

Home List Price

$4,725*

Closing Credit

6 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,728 SqFt
$230/SqFt
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513 Garden Rd, Ames$397,900

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$4,725*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeDuplex
ParkingAttached, Garage, Two Car Garage
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1976
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #700893
Lot Size0.29 Acres
StatusActive

About 513 Garden Rd

This renovated duplex, located on the south side of Ames, presents an outstanding investment opportunity with secured leases extending through July 2025. The exterior was just refreshed with new vinyl siding. Each unit offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, featuring recent upgrades such as flooring, paint, appliances, countertops, hardware, and fixtures. The main floor of each unit includes a living room, an eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bathroom. The walkout lower level expands the living space with a third bedroom, a ¾ bathroom, a laundry room, and a family room, with access to two patios nestled under mature trees. Additional conveniences include an attached two-car garage (one per unit) and off-street parking. Situated in a desirable neighborhood close to Mitchell Elementary, this property boasts a strong rental history and quick occupancy, ensuring consistent rental income.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Duplex
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Living Area: 1,728 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: PROmetro Realty
  • Office Phone: (515) 729-0560
  • Listing Agent: David Charlson

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 6

Exterior Features

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.29 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

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

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Ames High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Ames Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Kate Mitchell Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Hwy 30, head south on Duff to Garden Road. Head east and follow to home. Lockbox at Unit 515.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $397,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $230/SqFt
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Housing Market Comparison

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Med. Sold Price

$310.6K

Med. Price/SqFt

$214

Avg. Days On Market

39

# of Sold Homes

23

513 Garden Rd vs Ames

77 DAYS ON ROCKET

+38 Days

$397,900

+$87.2K More

$230/SqFt

+$15 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $87.2K more than the Median Sold Price and $15/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: #700893

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: PROmetro Realty
  • Office Phone: (515) 729-0560
  • Listing Agent: David Charlson

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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.

Elementary School

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6
/10
  • Kate Mitchell Elementary School

  • 3521 Jewel Dr

  • 0.16 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Middle School

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4
/10
  • Ames Middle School

  • 3915 Mortensen Rd

  • 3.79 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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5
/10
  • Ames High School

  • 1921 Ames High Dr

  • 3.74 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $64,736. Residents of Ames, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Rocket HomesIowaStory CountyAmes50010513 Garden Rd

This home is located at 513 Garden Rd in Ames, IA and zip code 50010. This 1,728 square foot home, which was built in 1976, sits on a 0.29 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 19, 2024 and is currently priced at $397,900.

Ames, IA housing market in October 2024 saw over 3 listings sold above listed price, more than 8 sold at listed price and over 12 sold below. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 39 days, the median list price was $310,633.

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

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