# 1236 Orchard Drive, Ames, IA 50010

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/1ba single family, $240,000 ($219/sqft), built 1920, 1,097 sqft.
> Fireplace, Hardwood. Est. $1,284/mo. Listed 47 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $240,000 |
| Price/sqft | $219 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 1,097 |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| Lot Size | 8,098 sqft (0.19 acres) |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | Active |
| Days on Market | 47 |

## Why This Home Stands Out

- **Hardwood Floors** - Hardwood flooring listed

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $1,214 |
| Estimated Insurance | $70 |
| **Total** | **$1,284** |

## Key Amenities

- Fireplace
- Hardwood

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1920
- 0.19 acre lot
- Fireplace

## Description

### Agent Description
Welcome to this gem of a home on beautiful Orchard Drive in north Ames! This home brings it all to the table - charm from 1910 and modern updates. Exposed brick columns and bamboo hardwood floors, with an open concept, make this bungalow modern. Updated kitchen cabinets, tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Two main-floor bedrooms with built-in storage share a full bathroom. The walk-up attic space is ready to finish for more living space, and it's HUGE! The basement is very nice with a wood-burning fireplace and great storage space. Workbenches stay. Mostly fenced backyard with evergreen trees for privacy, a fire pit, and perennial flowers. Cute enclosed front porch to enjoy your morning coffee. Murphy bed included. Pool table stays. Elliptical machines negotiable. One+ car garage and backyard patio. Come fall in love with this adorable, charming home.

## Location

- **Address:** 1236 Orchard Drive, Ames, IA 50010
- **County:** Story
- **Coordinates:** 42.033813, -93.628086
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=42.033813,-93.628086

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Abby Hausmann-Virgil
- **Brokerage:** Keller Williams Ankeny Metro
- **Phone:** (515) 965-9100
- **Broker Phone:** (515) 965-9100
- **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1236-Orchard-Dr_Ames_IA_50010_M70895-38477?f=listhub&s=DMAARIA&m=746769&c=propsimple)

## Photos

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**MLS#:** 746769 | **Updated:** 2026-09-21
**Source:** listhub

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