




3531/3533 Tripp St, Ames, IA, 50014
About This Home
Great income producing duplex backing to Franklin Park and located just south of West HyVee and within walking distance of Iowa State University Campus. Large lot with space for future garages to be built. Efficient, well cared since 2016 by owner-managed landlord who has made many upgrades over the years including new trim, doors, flooring, mechanicals, etc. Full unfinished basements are great for tenant storage needs and could be finished for added bedroom and living spaces to increase rent income. Current Letter of Compliance with the City of Ames and leases secured or renewed for the upcoming 8/1/26-7/31/27 lease cycle. This building is being sold as a portfolio sale including 4 total duplexes (3517/3519 Tripp St, 3523/3525 Tripp St, 3531/3533 Tripp St, and 3542/3544 Tripp St) and will not be split or sold separately.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Materials
- Foundation: Block
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Duplex,Multi Family
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl,Carpet
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,440
- Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft
Property
Details
- Zoning: RL
Lot
- Lot size: 0.27 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 90 x 132
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
- Winter Weather
- Tornado
- Hail
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,251 | $15,012 |
| Home Insurance * | $113 | $1,356 |
| Property Taxes | $280 | $3,360 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,765 | $21,180 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
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How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-07 | Price change | $237,500 |
| 2026-06-26 | Listed for sale | $247,500 |
