Closed
Last Sold Price
$810,000
5 beds4,716 sqft

3217 Ridgetop Road, Ames, IA 50014

Description

Come and take a look at this beautiful home with timeless charm and contemporary luxury. With over 4700 square feet of living 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...Come and take a look at this beautiful home with timeless charm and contemporary luxury. With over 4700 square feet of living 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. If preferred, sellers are open to negotiating a credit towards professional pool removal. 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!
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.36 acresLot Size
1996Year Built
$172/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$268/yrHOA Fees
3 carsParking Spaces
  • Listed by: Patty Meese 515.232.6175 pmeese@friedrich-realty.com Brokerage DRE #F004850 • Friedrich Realty
Listing closed: 01/20/2026 12:00 AM
Source: Central Iowa BOR, MLS#: 66930
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$650,000

Avg days on market

31

Sale-to-list ratio

95.2%

Ames, IA

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Principal and Interest

$4,324

Property Taxes

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HOA Dues

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Property information

3217 Ridgetop Road

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Story County
  • Zoning: RL

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Lot Size: 0.36 AC / 15,623 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

  • Latitude: 42.05332
  • Longitude: -93.657585
  • MLS Area Major: 0002 - Ames NW
  • MLS Area Minor: 0002 - Ames NW

Taxes and HOA

  • Association Fee: $268.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes
  • Association Fee Monthly: $22.33
  • Parcel Number: 05-28-320-050
  • Tax Assessed Value: 852300

School Information

  • High School District: Ames

Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage: No

Property

Lot Information

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.36
  • Lot Size Area: 15623.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 15623.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet

Property and Assessments

  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2552.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2107.0
  • Building Area Total: 4716.0
  • Living Area: 4659.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1996

Building Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Levels: Two

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Deck

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Basement: Daylight, Full, Sump Pump
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Total Rooms: 18
  • Water Heater: Tankless
  • Window Features: Window Treatments

Property History

3217 Ridgetop Road

DateEventPrice
Jan 20, 2026

Sold

Central Iowa BOR #66930

$810,000
Jan 2, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1927547481

$810,000
Oct 11, 2025

Contract Signed

Central Iowa BOR #66930

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DateEventPrice
01/20/2026

Sold

Central Iowa BOR #66930

$810,000
01/02/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1927547481

$810,000

+0.5% / yr

10/11/2025

Contract Signed

Central Iowa BOR #66930

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Public records

3217 Ridgetop Road

Beds

5

Baths

6.5

Total Finished SqFt

6,823 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

4,716 SqFt

Finished Basement SqFt

2,107 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

445 SqFt

Schools

Near 3217 Ridgetop Road

This home is within Ames Community School District.

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 3217 Ridgetop Road, Ames, IA 50014
$810,000
5
4,716
15,623
$459,000
4
2,599
12,866
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–
–
–
2,414
–
6
7
3,637
44,695
–
5
7
5,681
51,740
$1,075,000
7
6,150
17,579

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