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1 Bed
3 Baths
1,590 sqft

$255,000

218 E 7th Street, Ames IA, 50010

Price per sqft$160.38
Built in1918
Property size1,590 sqft
Property typeResidential

Overview

Active

Listed Aug 11, 2026

Updated Aug 13

Step into the timeless charm of this adorable Victorian gem! This inviting 3-bedroom, 2 bath, 2-story home perfectly blends character with thoughtful updates. The spacious living areas are complemented by a bonus family room in the lower level, offering the flexibility of a fourth bedroom thanks to its closet and private side entrance, or the perfect space for a rec room, office, or guest suite. The home featurs an updated upstairs bathroom surround, newer kitchen appliances (stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, range hood, and garbage disposal), hot water heater, washer and dryer, main-floor ceiling fans, and a convenient keypad entry at the front door. Cozy up on chilly evenings beside the well-maintained wood stove with blower, capable of efficiently heating the entire home. Outside, you'll fall in love with the large fenced backyard featuring a deck perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or relaxing with friends, inviting fire ring, and a tart cherry tree ready to enjoy each season. A spacious utility and wood shed with built-in workbenches provides abundant storage and workspace for hobbies or projects. If you've been searching for a home with Victorian character, modern conveniences, flexible living space, and a backyard designed for making memories, this charming property is one you won't want to miss!

$1,697/mo

Est. mortgage payment based on a $255,000 home price.

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Additional information

MLS® ID
746759

Interior Features

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
3
Fireplace
Yes
Cooling
Yes
Heating
Yes
Basement
Yes

Exterior Features

Lot Size
0.17 Acres

Other Property Details

Taxes
$2,884
Tax Frequency
Annually
Garage
Yes
55+/Senior Community
No

 

Courtesy of RE/MAX Real Estate Center, Sharon Johnson,
Listing Contact: (515) 232-4663 

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