Real Estate Investment Properties 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%
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%
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%
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%
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.	$249,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 5.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1873 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 5.54%
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.	$265,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.44% Traditional cash on cash: 5.36% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $1927 Airbnb ROI: 7.44% Traditional ROI: 5.36%
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%
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%
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%
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.	$749,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 1.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2691 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 1.11%
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%
2123 Ada Hayden Road Ames, IA Welcome to 2123 Ada Hayden, a stunning residence nestled in the desirable Quarry Estates n...	5 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,909 sq.ft.	$735,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.31% Traditional cash on cash: 1.38% Airbnb Rental Income: $2740 Traditional Rental Income: $2824 Airbnb ROI: 0.31% Traditional ROI: 1.38%
1115 N 2nd Street Ames, IA This historic 1.5 story home, built in 1910, offers both character and potential. With 4 b...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,808 sq.ft.	$219,990	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 10.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2752 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 10.44%
3903 Harris Street Ames, IA This stunning two-story residence offers over 2,000 finished sq ft above ground. You'll be...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,071 sq.ft.	$449,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.6% Traditional cash on cash: 5.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $2740 Traditional Rental Income: $3206 Airbnb ROI: 2.6% Traditional ROI: 5.24%
2433 Lakeside Drive Ames, IA This wonderful home within a townhome association offers easy living within walking dista...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,833 sq.ft.	$389,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.38% Traditional cash on cash: 3.43% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $2464 Airbnb ROI: 3.38% Traditional ROI: 3.43%
1160 Oklahoma Drive Ames, IA This 2535 sf, 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom home sits on nearly a 1/2 acre, corner lot and has a 3...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,983 sq.ft.	$379,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.28% Traditional cash on cash: 6.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $3215 Airbnb ROI: 4.28% Traditional ROI: 6.44%
627 8th Street Ames, IA Nice central Ames's location, Steel siding, updated HVAC and roof. Range and W/D included.	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,342 sq.ft.	$159,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 7.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $1594 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 7.26%
4013 Laura Court Ames, IA Discover Your Oasis: Spacious Elegance Meets Outdoor Living Imagine waking up to seren...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| 4,471 sq.ft.	$665,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.73% Traditional cash on cash: 5.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $2740 Traditional Rental Income: $4745 Airbnb ROI: 0.73% Traditional ROI: 5.01%
2216 Suncrest Dr Ames, IA Welcome home to the beautiful Portico floorplan located in Domani Courtyards. This meticul...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,587 sq.ft.	$719,950	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.33% Traditional cash on cash: 1.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $3163 Traditional Rental Income: $2402 Airbnb ROI: 1.33% Traditional ROI: 1.27%
814 7th Street Ames, IA Step into timeless elegance with this beautifully, fully remodeled residence seamlessly bl...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,238 sq.ft.	$335,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 4.75% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2147 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 4.75%
57165 210th Street Ames, IA This rare gem offers nearly 7 acres of wide open space and endless opportunities! Enjoy th...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,820 sq.ft.	$529,900	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.95% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $3026 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.95%
1219 Wisconsin Avenue Ames, IA This home is large and in charge! It has a modern, open living room/kitchen floorplan insi...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,796 sq.ft.	$399,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.2% Traditional cash on cash: 7.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $2740 Traditional Rental Income: $3743 Airbnb ROI: 3.2% Traditional ROI: 7.6%
5315 Tabor Drive Ames, IA One level living for all lifestyles in the Sunset Ridge neighborhood. This one owner HCS c...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,635 sq.ft.	$429,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 3.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $2477 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 3.6%
320 Hartford Drive Ames, IA Welcome to 320 Hartford Drive, a beautiful 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom 2-story home in West Ames...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 1,962 sq.ft.	$515,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.94% Traditional cash on cash: 4.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $2740 Traditional Rental Income: $3204 Airbnb ROI: 1.94% Traditional ROI: 4.24%

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Single Family Homes 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%

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%

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%

839 Dotson Place

Ames, IA

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%

3728 Ross Road

Ames, IA

2 beds | 2 baths | 811 sq.ft.

$249,900

Airbnb cash on cash: N/A

Traditional cash on cash: 5.54%

Airbnb Rental Income: $null

Traditional Rental Income: $1873

Airbnb ROI: N/A

Traditional ROI: 5.54%

122 Howard Avenue

Ames, IA

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,097 sq.ft.

$265,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 7.44%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.36%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3163

Traditional Rental Income: $1927

Airbnb ROI: 7.44%

Traditional ROI: 5.36%

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%