Boone, Iowa Homes for Sale
Boone is the Boone County seat, west of Ames on US-30, near the Des Moines River valley. In the three months ending September 2026, the median Boone home sold for about $189,000, up 8.3% from a year earlier, after about 33 days on the market. It is one of the most affordable towns near Ames, with historic homes, nearby acreages and outdoor spots like Ledges State Park.
Boone market snapshot
- Median sale price
- $189,000
- Change from last year
- up 8.3%
- Days on market
- 33
- Price per square foot
- $135
Source: Redfin, three months ending September 2026. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Boone homes for sale
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Boone's downtown has local shops and restaurants along Story Street. The Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad runs excursion trains across the Des Moines River valley, and the Mamie Doud Eisenhower Birthplace is in town. Ledges State Park, known for its sandstone bluffs and trails, is just south of Boone.
Boone areas
- Historic homes near downtown
- Newer subdivisions on the east side toward Ames
- River valley and timber acreages around Ledges State Park
Schools
Boone is served by the Boone Community School District. Check the district map for any address.
Questions
Boone real estate FAQ
Where is Boone, Iowa?
Boone is the Boone County seat, a short drive west of Ames on US-30.
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