309 Colorado Cir, Ames, IA, 50014
About This Home
Whether you're looking for a smart investment opportunity or the perfect place to call home while attending college in Ames, this move-in-ready gem checks all the boxes! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features beautiful hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and a large kitchen and bathroom that blend modern convenience with timeless character. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof (2018) and a new furnace, central air conditioner, and water heater (2024), making this home as practical as it is inviting. Step outside to enjoy a fantastic backyard--ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or creating your own outdoor retreat. Located in a prime location close to shopping, dining, parks, campus, and everything Ames has to offer, you'll love the convenience of being close to everywhere you want to be. Whether you're expanding your investment portfolio or searching for an affordable, low-maintenance home in a highly desirable location, this property is one you won't want to miss!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1958
Materials
- Foundation: Tile
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Washer
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
Bedroom3
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Finished area above ground: 943
Full Bathroom
- Level: Main
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 943
- Total interior livable area: 943 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0905475520
- Zoning: RL
- Special condition: Standard
Lot
- Lot size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Level
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
- Winter Weather
- Hail
- Tornado
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 | $1,087 | $13,044 |
| Home Insurance * | $98 | $1,176 |
| Property Taxes | $185 | $2,220 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,491 | $17,892 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Price change | $215,000 |
| 2026-07-26 | Listed for sale | $225,000 |
| 2007-08-15 | Sold | $80,000 |
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