Ames, Iowa Homes for Sale
Ames is a college city of about 66,000 people (2020 Census) in Story County, home to Iowa State University. In the three months ending September 2026, the median Ames home sold for about $320,000, down 2.3% from a year earlier, after about 21 days on the market. Buyers choose Ames for its parks, trails, Main Street and easy access to I-35 and US-30.
Ames market snapshot
- Median sale price
- $320,000
- Change from last year
- down 2.3%
- Days on market
- 21
- Price per square foot
- $206
Source: Redfin, three months ending September 2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Ames homes for sale
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Ames sits in the middle of Story County, where I-35 meets US-30. Iowa State University shapes the city's calendar, from football Saturdays at Jack Trice Stadium to concerts at Stephens Auditorium. Downtown's Main Street Cultural District has local shops, restaurants and the Saturday farmers market in season. CyRide buses cover the city and campus.
Outdoor spots include Ada Hayden Heritage Park and its lake trail, Reiman Gardens, Brookside Park and the Skunk River Greenbelt.
Ames neighborhoods
- Campustown
- Somerset
- North Grand and Northridge
- Old Town
- South Duff and Southwest Ames
- Ringgenberg and Northwest Ames
Schools
Most of Ames is served by the Ames Community School District; some edges of the city fall in the Gilbert or Ballard districts. Check the district map for any address before you buy.
Questions
Ames real estate FAQ
What is the median home price in Ames?
The median Ames sale price was about $320,000 in the three months ending September 2026, according to Redfin's analysis of MLS and public records data.
How fast do homes sell in Ames?
Ames homes sold after about 21 days on the market in the three months ending September 2026, compared with 19 days a year earlier. Homes near campus and in newer subdivisions often move faster in spring.
Can I buy a rental property near Iowa State?
Yes. Many investors buy single-family homes and small multifamily properties near campus. Ames has rental rules, including a rental registration and inspection program, so check city requirements before you buy. Our property management team can run a rental analysis.
Where is the Betts Team's Ames office?
Our Ames office is at 1606 S Duff Ave, Suite 100, Ames, IA 50010.
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