Property Description
Welcome home to 120 E. 7th Street, a charming and well-maintained 1-story home in the heart of East Ames, ideally located within walking distance of downtown Ames, Bandshell Park, restaurants, shopping, and community events. Built in 1948, this inviting home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an oversized 2.5-car attached garage with exceptional space both inside and out.The main floor features a spacious living room that flows through a classic archway into a large dining room complete with custom built-in cabinets and shelving. The oversized eat-in kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, a window overlooking the backyard, a cozy breakfast nook, and a convenient stacked laundry closet with direct access to the garage. Two generously sized bedrooms with beautiful hardwood flooring and a spacious full bathroom complete the main level.The versatile lower level offers outstanding potential and could easily function as a separate living space or apartment. It includes a large family room, a third bedroom with a sizable closet, a full second kitchen with breakfast nook, and a full bathroom. The laundry, mechanical, and storage room provides exceptional storage capacity with built-in cabinetry throughout.Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, and woodworkers will appreciate the heated oversized 2.5-car attached garage, offering ample workspace and storage. Just beyond the garage, a delightful 3-seasons porch with a wood-burning stove provides the perfect place to relax while enjoying views of the backyard.Outside, you'll find beautiful landscaping, mature shade trees, raised garden beds, and a patio ideal for entertaining or quiet evenings outdoors. Additional improvements include an active radon mitigation system installed in 2021, a new water heater in 2025, and a one-year American Home Shield home warranty for added peace of mind.Offering character, flexibility, and an outstanding location, this East Ames gem is a rare opportunity to enjoy comfortable living close to everything Ames has to offer.
Property Features
Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Full, Sump Pump
Basement: Yes
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 1
Garage: 2.5 car attached
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Home Style: Ranch
Lot Size: 0.19 Acres
Year Built: 1948
Amenities
Ceiling Fan(s)
Feature Descriptions
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Baths Full: 2
Exterior: Vinyl Siding
Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fence, Home Warranty, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Laundry, Radon Mitigation System - Active, Sump Pump, Window Treatment(s)
Fencing: Fenced
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Free Standing, Gas
Fireplace Y/N: Yes
Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Carpet
Foundation Details: Tile, Brick/Mortar
Garage Y/N: Yes
Heating Y/N: Yes
Laundry Features: Main Level
Lot Dimensions: 90x90
Parcel #: 09-02-404-010
Patio/Porch: Enclosed Porch, Patio
Road Frontage: Maintained
Road Surface: Hard Surface
RoomsTotal: 14
Sewer: Public Sewer
SQFT Finished Above Grade: 1559
SQFT Finished Below Grade: 1061
Water: Public
Window Features: Window Treatments
Zoning: UCRM
Local Schools
School District: Ames
Listed By / Shown By
Listed By
Agency Name: CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames
Agency Phone: 515-233-2623
Shown By
Agent Name: Shannon Crain
Agent Phone: (515) 230-2128
Agency Title: Hunziker & Associates, REALTORS
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120 E 7th Street | MLS# 70490
This single family home located at 120 E 7th Street, Ames, IA 50010 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $310,000. This property was built in 1948 and has 3 bedrooms with 1559 sq. ft. E 7th Street is located within the Ames school district. Search Ames real estate on shannonc.hunzikerrealty.com today.