1. Iowa
  2. Ames
  3. 317 N Russell Avenue
$185,000

317 N Russell Avenue, Ames, IA 50010

  • 7 beds |
  • 2 baths |
  • 2,275 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1920
  • Property Lot Size Icon6,586sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon 1 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $81/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 1 month ago

Property Description

1920 Craftsman Fixer-Upper Near ISU - Endless Potential! Opportunity knocks with this classic 3-story Craftsman-style home located just east of the Iowa State University campus! Full of original character this spacious property is perfect for the savvy fixer-upper buyer ready to restore it to its full potential. Step onto the inviting open front porch, perfect for morning coffee, or relax on the covered back patio. Inside, you'll find beautiful oak hardwood floors on the main level, an open living/dining area with built-in cabinets, and a main floor primary bedroom with an attached full bathroom. The second level features four generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the finished attic offers two additional bedrooms and convenient storage space. Additional highlights include a one-car detached garage, a full basement for extra space or future finishing, and updated mechanicals including a newer furnace (2018), water heater (2018), gutters (2017), and roof (2012). Enjoy the convenience of walking to Brookside Park, Downtown Ames, and ISU. With a solid structure and tons of space, this home is a rare find for buyers looking to invest in a property with charm, location, and potential. Bring your vision and make this gem shine again!

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
June 30, 2025 at 05:00AM
Listing Office:
RE/MAX Real Estate Center : (515) 232-4663
Listing Agent:
Johnson, Sharon : (515) 232-4663
MLS ID:
721285
  • General: Separate/Formal Dining RoomCable TVWindow Treatments
  • Appliances: DryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorStoveWasher
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Flooring: CarpetHardwoodTileVinyl
  • A/C: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Forced AirGas

This listing courtesy of Johnson, Sharon, RE/MAX Real Estate Center

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Location

Schools Nearby

F

Fellows Elementary School

1235 20th St, Ames, IA, 50010

Grades KG-5

1.18 miles away

A

Ames Middle School

3915 Mortensen Rd, Ames, IA, 50014

Grades 6-8

2.33 miles away

A

Ames High School

1921 Ames High Dr, Ames, IA, 50010

Grades 9-12

1.00 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.