Come and take a look at this beautiful home with timeless charm and contemporary luxury. With over 4700 square feet of finished space above ground, there is room for everyone! The open floor plan provides seamless transitions between living spaces, making it perfect for entertaining, and the chef's kitchen with high end appliances will make the preparation easy! You will enjoy the natural light coming in through the large windows and when you step outside the pool is ready for you to be refreshed on a hot summer day. This Ames home is a one-of-a-kind property in a fantastic location in the Northridge subdivision. A wonderful place for you to call home!
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Fellows Elementary School
1400 Mckinley Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.67 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
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Ames Middle School
3915 Mortensen Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.85 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
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Ames High School
1921 Ames High Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.57 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
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Fellows Elementary School
1400 Mckinley Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.67 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
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Abbie Sawyer Elementary School
4316 Ontario St
Distance between this listing and this school1.67 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
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Edwards Elementary School
3622 Woodland St
Distance between this listing and this school2.00 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
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Ames Middle School
3915 Mortensen Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.85 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
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Gilbert Middle School
201 E Mathews Dr
Distance between this listing and this school3.97 miles
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Boone Middle School
1640 1st St
Distance between this listing and this school10.73 miles
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Ames High School
1921 Ames High Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.57 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
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Gilbert High School
312 Gretten St
Distance between this listing and this school3.52 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
7
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Roland-Story High School
1009 Story St
Distance between this listing and this school9.99 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $81,275. Residents of Story County, IA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 3217 Ridgetop Rd
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 3217 Ridgetop Rd property is $987,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 3217 Ridgetop Rd is a house located in Ames, Iowa, 50014.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 3217 Ridgetop Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 3217 Ridgetop Rd are: Fellows Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10Ames Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10Ames High School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $12,442 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on July 2, 2007 for $745,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 3217 Ridgetop Rd has 5 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 3217 Ridgetop Rd is 4,716 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 3217 Ridgetop Rd is 1996.
This home is located at 3217 Ridgetop Rd in Ames, IA and zip code 50014. This 4,716 square foot home, which was built in 1996, sits on a 0.36 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 07, 2023 and is currently priced at $987,000.
Story County, IA housing market in March 2024 saw over 8 listings sold above listed price, more than 17 sold at listed price and over 25 sold below. The number of listings in Story County, IA increased by 3.5% between February 2024 and March 2024. In March 2024 median list price was $282,500 and the average listing age was 56 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.