A charming Craftsman-era home filled with character! Conveniently located near Iowa State University and Brookside Park, this historic two-story retains much of its original woodwork and craftsmanship while offering tasteful updates throughout. The main floor has a comfortable, open flow with a traditional dining room and a warm, welcoming sunroom. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and an updated full bath. The basement offers a generous amount of finished and utility space, providing plenty of room for hobbies, recreation, storage, or additional living space. Out back, the private yard is enclosed with wood fencing and features a large patio along with numerous raised garden beds--an inviting and easily maintained setup for anyone who enjoys gardening or outdoor living. A large two-car garage adds even more versatility, with stairs leading to a walk-up attic that provides abundant storage and potential for a workspace, hobby room, or other finished space. With its original Craftsman character, surprisingly versatile living and storage spaces, private backyard, and convenient Ames location, this home offers a tremendous amount of opportunity that's hard to find at this price point.
Brook Side, located between Brookside Park and the Iowa State University campus edge, is a residential and park-adjacent Ames neighborhood with mature tree canopy and creekside green space. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around 6th Street and Duff Avenue, where small storefronts, casual eateries, and everyday errands set a steady, lived-in rhythm. Sidewalk-lined blocks feature mid-century ranches and compact bungalows with tidy setbacks and deep shade. Brookside Park’s trails and open lawns shape daily routines, while nearby campus energy adds a subtle hum. Ames Public Library and the Octagon Center for the Arts anchor cultural time beyond the block. Reiman Gardens adds a curated landscape counterpoint to the area’s informal greenery.
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Offer insights
832 Ridgewood Ave · $275,000
$282K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $282K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 13 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.3%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
Full basement
Bathrooms
One three-quarter bathroom
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Range
Refrigerator
Flooring
Vinyl
Hardwood
Carpet
Heating & cooling
Central air conditioning
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Exterior features
Porch
Patio
Fenced yard
Level lot
Home design
Single family residence
Two levels
Parking
2-car garage
Construction
Wood siding
Block foundation
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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This zone is intended to accommodate primarily single-family dwellings, while accommodating certain existing two-family dwellings and other uses customarily found in low-density residential areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Ames, IA • 50010
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 832 Ridgewood Ave
$276,631
$1,631 over list price of $275K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $189K to $281K.