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$265,000

1618 Douglas Ave Ames, IA 50010

2 beds
1 full
978 sqft
$271 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1618 Douglas Ave

Welcome home! This beautifully updated ranch home features an updated kitchen, hardwood flooring, new carpet, and a partially finished lower level! Outside you'll find a patio, a huge 2 car detached garage, as well as a partially fenced in a spacious backyard! This move-in ready home is just minutes away from Homewood Golf Course. Schedule your showing today! All information obtained from seller and public records.

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size978 sqft
Year built1955
ParkingDetached, Garage, Two Car Garage
MLS #722681
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood
  • Interior: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $265,000
  • Price/SqFt: $270
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,242
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: North on Duff Ave then feft on 16th St, take a right on Douglas Ave, home is on the right
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Living Area: 978 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 722681
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Precision
  • Office Phone: (515) 223-9492
  • Office Email: info@precisiondsm.com
  • Listing Agent: Nicole Larson

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$168,300$2,242
2023$168,300$2,460
2022$155,100$2,428
2021$155,100$2,536
2020$152,800$2,498
2019$152,800$2,516
2018$152,800$2,516
2017$152,800$2,232

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Meeker Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

300 20th St

8

Fellows Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

1235 20th St

3

Sawyer Elementary School

Public District KG-5

3.4 mi

4316 Ontario St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $62,620. Most Ames, IA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

24%
<35k
51%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
10%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

36%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
37%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Minor League Baseball GamesMinor League Baseball Games

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Chick-fil-AChick-fil-A

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • MazdaMazda
  • KiaKia

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • RockRock
  • ClassicalClassical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1618 Douglas Ave

The listing price of 1618 Douglas Ave property is $265,000.

The property 1618 Douglas Ave is a house located in Ames, Iowa, 50010.

Active Listing: 1618 Douglas Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 1618 Douglas Ave are: Meeker Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Fellows Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Sawyer Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), 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), Nevada High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,242 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 1618 Douglas Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1618 Douglas Ave is 978 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1618 Douglas Ave is 1955.

This home is located at 1618 Douglas Ave in Ames, IA and zip code 50010. This 978 square foot home was built in 1955. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 18, 2025 and is currently priced at $265,000.

Over 7 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Ames, IA. In the same period over 19 listings were sold below the listed price and 7 listings were sold for the listed price. Between May and June 2025, Ames, IA real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 3.4%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 30 days, the median list price was $317,000.

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

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