#719248, Miller, Jason, Listing office: Weichert, Realtors®-Miller & C
Property details
About 121 Cherry Ave
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Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size528 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1956 Acres
Year built1920
MLS #721644
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 1
- Exterior: Enclosed Porch, Fire Pit, Storage
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $114,900
- Price/SqFt: $217
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,126
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Head east on Lincoln Way. Continue for about 0.6 miles. Turn right onto Cherry Ave. 121 Cherry Ave will be on the right
- Year Built: 1920
- Living Area: 528 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1956 Acres
- MLS Number: 721644
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: EXP Realty, LLC
- Office Phone: (515) 664-1788
- Listing Agent: Amanda Simpson
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 05, 2024 | Home Sold | $49,000 |
| Oct 25, 2023 | Home Sold | $30,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $79,300 | $1,126 |
| 2023 | $79,300 | $1,460 |
| 2022 | $86,800 | $1,442 |
| 2021 | $86,800 | $1,504 |
| 2020 | $85,500 | $1,482 |
| 2019 | $85,500 | $1,494 |
| 2018 | $85,500 | $1,494 |
| 2017 | $85,500 | $1,264 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Meeker Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•300 20th St
8
Fellows Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.9 mi
•1235 20th St
6
Mitchell Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.2 mi
•3521 Jewel Dr
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $24,571. Most Ames, IA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
64%
<35k
35%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
68%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
53%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
Mexican League Soccer
College Basketball
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Books-a-Million
Dillards
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Church's Chicken
Logan's Roadhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Toyota
Hyundai
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits- Adult Hits
Rock
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Frequently asked questions
About 121 Cherry Ave
The listing price of 121 Cherry Ave property is $114,900.
The property 121 Cherry Ave is a house located in Ames, Iowa, 50010.
Active Listing: 121 Cherry Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 121 Cherry Ave are: Meeker Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Fellows Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Mitchell Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ames Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Gilbert Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Nevada Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ames High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Gilbert High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Ballard High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,126 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on September 5, 2024 for $49,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 121 Cherry Ave has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.
The property 121 Cherry Ave is 528 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 121 Cherry Ave is 1920.
This home is located at 121 Cherry Ave in Ames, IA and zip code 50010. This 528 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.20 acre lot. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $114,900.
In June 2025 more than 7 listings in Ames, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 7 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 19 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Ames, IA between May and June 2025 decreased by 3.4%. In June 2025 median list price was $317,000 and the average listing age was 30 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.