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147 Wilder Pl, Ames, IA, 50014

4beds
4baths
1,748sqft
$320,000
$183price/sqft
$2,322/moest. monthly cost
$92,880/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully maintained West Ames townhouse offering nearly 2,500 finished square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. The upper level features three comfortable bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a private bath and walk-in closet, plus two additional bedrooms and a shared full bathroom. The main floor provides an inviting setting for both everyday life and entertaining with a generous living room, separate sitting area, informal dining space, and convenient half bath. The finished lower level adds valuable living space and flexibility, offering options for a fourth bedroom, guest retreat, family room, home office, or recreation area. This private lower-level area also includes a large closet and 3/4 bath, creating a functional extension of the home. Outside, enjoy the convenience of a two-car garage and private patio space ideal for relaxing, grilling, or enjoying the outdoors. With lawn care and snow removal included through the affordable HOA, this home provides the perfect combination of comfort, space, and easy living in a desirable West Ames location.

Getting Around

20
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
42
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
6/10
Ames Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.3 mi
7/10
Ames High SchoolGrades 9-123.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2019

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Construction materials: Stone

Other

  • Builder name: HCS

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Property subType: Townhouse,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
  • Laundry features: Main Level

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Sump Pump

Bedroom2

  • Level: Upper

Bedroom3

  • Level: Upper

Bedroom4

  • Level: Basement

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Family Room

  • Level: Main

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window features: Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl,Carpet
  • Finished area below ground: 724
  • Finished area above ground: 874

Full Bathroom

  • Level: Upper

Half Bathroom

  • Level: Main

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas,Heat Rcvry/Vent Sys
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,748
  • Total interior livable area: 1,748 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main

Laundry

  • Level: Main

Living Room

  • Level: Main

Master Bathroom

  • Level: Upper

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Upper

Other

  • Level: Basement

Other

  • Level: Main

Rec Room

  • Level: Basement

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 0906385120
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

  • Lot size: 2,613 sqft
  • Features: Sprinkler (Yard)

Parking

  • Parking features: Garage
  • Has garage: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Tornado
Winter Weather
Hail
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties

Flood
Severe Storm
Tornado

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,618$19,416
Home Insurance *$146$1,752
Property Taxes $428$5,136
Electricity $130$1,564
Total$2,322$27,864
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$79,611/yr
40% on housing$69,660/yr
45% on housing$61,920/yr

Iowa FAIR Plan Programs

Iowa FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 1,021Commercial: 22
Total Premiums$1.14M
Total Exposure$85.68M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 12.3%
12.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 1.9%
1.9%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.8%
-1.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$183This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 50014$237
Story County$203

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 50014$189
Story County$210

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-08-13Price change$315,000
2026-07-17Listed for sale$320,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJohn Livingston
BrokerageHunziker & Assoc.-Ames

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