Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Ames, IA

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Investment Property for Sale in Ames, IA

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
4121 Cochrane Parkway Ames, IA Discover this beautiful executive home, offering over 2,500 square feet of elegant living ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,518 sq.ft.	$499,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3084 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.12%
700 Kellogg Avenue Ames, IA Welcome to this lovingly restored home in the heart of Ames! Just a short walk to Main Str...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,762 sq.ft.	$335,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.38% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2723 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.38%
439 S Maple Avenue Ames, IA The Cardinal View apartment building offers a lucrative 8-unit investment opportunity, str...	16 beds \| 8 baths \| 7,436 sq.ft.	$1,190,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.23% Traditional cash on cash: 3.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $2740 Traditional Rental Income: $5445 Airbnb ROI: 0.23% Traditional ROI: 3.25%
2344 Hilton Court Ames, IA Bright and Airy! This bright and newly updated townhome has something for everyone. $2,273...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,333 sq.ft.	$310,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -3% Traditional cash on cash: -3.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $2224 Airbnb ROI: -3% Traditional ROI: -3.77%
217 E 16th Street Ames, IA Come check out this adorable 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in the heart of Ames. You'll be gr...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 951 sq.ft.	$270,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.06% Traditional cash on cash: 5.29% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $1995 Airbnb ROI: 7.06% Traditional ROI: 5.29%
4717 Twain Street Ames, IA End unit impeccably maintained. Kitchen space is beautiful: eating bar, tile backsplash,...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 848 sq.ft.	$217,800	Airbnb cash on cash: 9.04% Traditional cash on cash: 6.39% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $1902 Airbnb ROI: 9.04% Traditional ROI: 6.39%
1416 Curtiss Avenue Ames, IA Welcome to your dream home in the heart of Ames! This fantastic residence features stunnin...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,336 sq.ft.	$244,999	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2040 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.21%
3722-3724 Ross Road Ames, IA Well maintained Duplex in Ames. Unit 1 has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath and unit 2 has 3 bedrooms...	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$300,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 1.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1157 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 1.85%
839 Dotson Place Ames, IA Welcome to this stunning 4 bedroom, 3 bath Graystone single-owner home, nestled in the des...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,502 sq.ft.	$395,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2707 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.62%
2824 Roxboro Drive Ames, IA Welcome Home! This immaculate townhome built in 2013 stands as one of the most sought-afte...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,523 sq.ft.	$369,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2457 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.89%
3728 Ross Road Ames, IA This 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom home is located on a spacious corner lot. With a kitchen on ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 811 sq.ft.	$234,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.95% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1873 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.95%
4144 Eisenhower Lane #7 Ames, IA Here's your opportunity to own a townhome in Ames under $200k! Property is walking distanc...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,214 sq.ft.	$178,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2034 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.07%
122 Howard Avenue Ames, IA 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom rental. Located just west of ISU Campus. Makes for a fantastic renta...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,097 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.94% Traditional cash on cash: 5.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $1927 Airbnb ROI: 7.94% Traditional ROI: 5.73%
2342 Hilton Court Ames, IA Welcome to this lovely townhome in the Green Hills 55+ community. Enjoy one level living i...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,293 sq.ft.	$244,500	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: -3.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1935 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: -3.42%
415 Stanton Avenue #104 Ames, IA Welcome to this luxury 1 bedroom/1 bathroom condo in the Crawford, a beautifully restored ...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 837 sq.ft.	$239,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2069 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.48%
618 Stanton Avenue Ames, IA	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,491 sq.ft.	$309,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.08% Traditional cash on cash: 5.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $2260 Airbnb ROI: 6.08% Traditional ROI: 5.44%
2200 Hamilton Drive #606 Ames, IA What a view! This bright and sunny two-bedroom apartment offers you plenty of space to rel...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,155 sq.ft.	$275,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: -6.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1806 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: -6.48%
2511 Clayton Drive Ames, IA Fantastic 4 bedroom, 4 bath home in the sought after Somerset subdivision. Walking trails...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,596 sq.ft.	$389,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.35% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2534 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.35%
1507 Grand Avenue Ames, IA This charming three-bedroom home features an attached heated two-car garage and is close t...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,774 sq.ft.	$286,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.45% Traditional cash on cash: 7.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $2682 Airbnb ROI: 6.45% Traditional ROI: 7.32%
2224 Hamilton Drive Ames, IA Built-in Bookshelves, Gas Fireplace, Vaulted Ceilings, Kitchen Skylight, ceiling fans, and...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,470 sq.ft.	$315,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -4.2% Traditional cash on cash: -6.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $1814 Airbnb ROI: -4.2% Traditional ROI: -6.34%
2853 Torrey Pines Road Ames, IA This solid ranch home, built in the 70s, has been updated with a new roof, siding, and ext...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,810 sq.ft.	$374,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.51% Traditional cash on cash: 4.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $2415 Airbnb ROI: 4.51% Traditional ROI: 4.41%
3115 Green Hills Dr Ames, IA Welcome home to the beautiful Capri floorplan located in Domani Courtyards. This zero-entr...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,410 sq.ft.	$399,999	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2323 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.62%
1811 Ledges Drive Ames, IA Don't miss this opportunity for quality at a price you won't find again! Known for quality...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,653 sq.ft.	$589,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2748 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.21%
5716 McFarland Avenue Ames, IA Come see this QUALITY Star Homes executive ranch in Quarry Estates. With only a short walk...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,908 sq.ft.	$699,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.45% Traditional cash on cash: 2.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $2740 Traditional Rental Income: $2824 Airbnb ROI: 1.45% Traditional ROI: 2.57%
2101 Kellogg Avenue Ames, IA Nestled in the heart of North Ames, just a stone's throw away from Meeker Elementary Schoo...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,202 sq.ft.	$290,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.54% Traditional cash on cash: 5.23% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $2087 Airbnb ROI: 6.54% Traditional ROI: 5.23%
5020 Emerson Drive Ames, IA Great investment home in West Ames. 3 bed/2 bath, great lot with excellent access to univ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,040 sq.ft.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.73% Traditional cash on cash: 3.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $1474 Airbnb ROI: 7.73% Traditional ROI: 3.6%
412 Faulkner Court Ames, IA Nice 2 bedroom 1 bath condo in West Ames, close to schools, shopping and Cyride. Easy asse...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 955 sq.ft.	$159,990	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1520 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.08%
2105 Lacey Drive Ames, IA FALL SPECIAL! Price just reduced to $362,400 and refrigerator now included! New luxury t...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,814 sq.ft.	$362,400	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.71% Traditional cash on cash: 3.96% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $2530 Airbnb ROI: 3.71% Traditional ROI: 3.96%
2363 Hamilton Circle Ames, IA A beautiful Ames location nestled in the heart of the Green Hills Retirement Community! Th...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,923 sq.ft.	$330,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: -3.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2632 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: -3.14%
2608 Cottonwood Road Ames, IA Welcome to this meticulously maintained ranch home boasting over 3,200 finished square fee...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,002 sq.ft.	$599,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.34% Traditional cash on cash: 2.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $2740 Traditional Rental Income: $2912 Airbnb ROI: 1.34% Traditional ROI: 2.8%
50061 Prairie Point Court Ames, IA Enjoy this beautiful new build by Willis Custom Homes. Plenty of room for everyone with th...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,548 sq.ft.	$897,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.24% Traditional cash on cash: 1.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $2740 Traditional Rental Income: $3531 Airbnb ROI: -0.24% Traditional ROI: 1.48%
3120 Roxboro Drive Ames, IA Explore this pristine, ready-to-move-in residence boasting 4161 square feet of finished sp...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,605 sq.ft.	$576,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.35% Traditional cash on cash: 3.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $2740 Traditional Rental Income: $3432 Airbnb ROI: 1.35% Traditional ROI: 3.83%
215 E O'Neil Drive Ames, IA Make this 4BR, 2 bath mid-century modern home YOUR HOME! This home features a unique layo...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,225 sq.ft.	$290,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.91% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2592 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.91%
2105 Ketelsen Drive Ames, IA Welcome to this exquisite ranch home custom built by Graystone Companies, where every deta...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,807 sq.ft.	$719,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 1.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2691 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 1.26%
2111 Ketelsen Drive Ames, IA With space for the whole family, this home has everything you need to make memories that w...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,646 sq.ft.	$700,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 1.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2612 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 1.25%
611 Duff Avenue Ames, IA Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of history in Old Town Ames, one of Ames' most c...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,500 sq.ft.	$219,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 8.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2292 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 8.21%
250 S Franklin Avenue Ames, IA Unlock the potential of passive income with this exceptional investment opportunity just m...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,455 sq.ft.	$289,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.75% Traditional cash on cash: 4.49% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $1828 Airbnb ROI: 6.75% Traditional ROI: 4.49%
121 Kingsbury Avenue Ames, IA Welcome to your opportunity to own a piece of Ames' charm and convenience! Nestled just mo...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,151 sq.ft.	$215,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 6.15% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1743 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 6.15%
2220 Suncrest Drive Ames, IA This dazzling home is located in southwest Ames within the Domani Courtyards neighborhood....	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,776 sq.ft.	$515,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 2.16% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2492 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 2.16%
5373 Cobblestone Court Ames, IA Step into a world of elegance and modern comfort with this exquisite 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathro...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,973 sq.ft.	$1,350,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.43% Traditional cash on cash: 1.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $2740 Traditional Rental Income: $3724 Airbnb ROI: 0.43% Traditional ROI: 1.73%

Real Estate investment in Ames, IA

There are 81 properties for sale in the city of Ames . The median list price in Ames is $350,000 and the average price per square foot is $212. In November 2024, the average monthly cash on cash return in Ames is 4.00%. The average monthly rental income in Ames is $2,397.

Ames, IA Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 81 investment properties available for sale in Ames.

In 2024, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Bloomington Heights.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Ames with average rental income of $3,163.

Your search for investment property begins and ends here

Investment Property for Sale in Ames, IA

4121 Cochrane Parkway

Ames, IA

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,518 sq.ft.

$499,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 4.12%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $3084

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 4.12%

700 Kellogg Avenue

Ames, IA

4 beds | 3 baths | 1,762 sq.ft.

$335,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 6.38%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2723

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 6.38%

439 S Maple Avenue

Ames, IA

16 beds | 8 baths | 7,436 sq.ft.

$1,190,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.23%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.25%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2740

Traditional Rental Income: $5445

Airbnb ROI: 0.23%

Traditional ROI: 3.25%

2344 Hilton Court

Ames, IA

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,333 sq.ft.

$310,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -3%

Traditional cash on cash: -3.77%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3163

Traditional Rental Income: $2224

Airbnb ROI: -3%

Traditional ROI: -3.77%

217 E 16th Street

Ames, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 951 sq.ft.

$270,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 7.06%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.29%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3163

Traditional Rental Income: $1995

Airbnb ROI: 7.06%

Traditional ROI: 5.29%

4717 Twain Street

Ames, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 848 sq.ft.

$217,800

Airbnb cash on cash: 9.04%

Traditional cash on cash: 6.39%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3163

Traditional Rental Income: $1902

Airbnb ROI: 9.04%

Traditional ROI: 6.39%

1416 Curtiss Avenue

Ames, IA

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,336 sq.ft.

$244,999

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 6.21%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $2040

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 6.21%

3722-3724 Ross Road

Ames, IA

N/A beds | N/A baths | N/A

$300,000

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 1.85%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $1157

Airbnb ROI: N/A