Featured Listings: November 19

10590 530th Ave. Story City, IA

Century farm located just minutes NW of Story City. Features include: completely updated home in 2008, 9' ceilings, refinished wood floors, new electrical, new plumbing, new metal roof and gutters, reinsulated, new drywall, Swan Creek custom cabinets, Corian counter-tops, stainless steal appliances, washer/dryer included, open floorplan, new fixtures, MBR suite w/ adjacent 3/4 bath, spacious closets, huge deck, 54'x60' Morton insulated & propane heated Morton building w/ two 14'x12' overhead doors, well maintained century barn, pasture, groves, rural water for house & well for exterior hydrants, new septic, bus stops at end of driveway, beautiful Iowa views, and much more! Wonderful farm just a short drive from everything!

2118 Ashmore Dr. Ames, IA

Fantastic ranch home with nearly 2900 total finished sq ft and vaulted ceilings in outstanding neighborhood near ISU Campus, Jack Trice Stadium, and Reiman Gardens. Huge picture windows provide great natural light and views of mature trees in private back yard. Features include: open floor plan, main floor laundry, 3-season porch, large MBR suite, hot tub, and composite back deck. Well built and maintained 1960's era home with new windows, new roof, raised garden beds, ceiling fans, updated mechanicals, and much more.

2009 McCarthy Rd. Ames, IA

 

Nearly 3550 total finished square feet in this large ranch home within walking distance to Reiman Gardens, Jack Trice Stadium, and ISU Campus. Features: gourmet kitchen added in 2004, oak hardwood floors, double oven, gas cooktop, pantry, quartz countertops, main floor living & family rooms, formal dining, main floor & LL laundry options, MBR suite w/ 3/4 bath & walk-in closet, 3 seasons porch, spacious living room in LL w/ 3/4 bath & 4th bedroom, mature trees, perennials, fruit trees, garden shed, spacious & private backyard, and much more than meets the eye.

The Past Week.

Sometimes the market gets a little crazy. The past few weeks things have been pretty low-key in the market. Not a lot of listings. Not a lot of pendings. Not just for me but for most of Central Iowa. Then came this week. 5 official new listings, 2 more on their way by tomorrow, and 2 new pendings on my plate this week. It's always surprising how/when things turn around. I am thankful for the new business that has come my way and I'm excited to share with you the new  listings that I get to represent.

 

2211 207th Pl. Boone, IA

Over 3300 finished SF in this sprawling ranch walk-out acreage just 10 min West of Ames. Features include: nearly 4.5 acres, fenced horse or livestock paddock, outbuilding/stable, multiple tree and bush plantings, walk-out basement, 2+ car garage, large deck, wonderful Iowa views, natural lighting, open floorplan, gas fireplace, oak hardwood floors, formal dining & breakfast nook, vaulted and trey ceilings, main floor mud/laundry room, MBR suite w/ his & hers closets, dual sinks, shower, & jetted tub, 2 additional bedrooms in LL, huge LL family room w/ gas fireplace & new carpet, quick possession available...motivated seller!

 

1803 Clark Ave. Ames, IA

Over 3000 total finished SF in this Central Ames ranch home. Features include: corner lot, newer roof, fenced-in backyard, 3-seasons porch, walk-up basement, beautiful landscaping, hardwood floors, large kit w/ center island, updated baths, family room with wood fireplace, mud room, main floor and LL laundry, main floor MBR suite, some new windows, newer mechanicals, bar in LL, and more. AV does not reflect improvements. Quick possession available.

 

327 Hartford Dr. Ames, IA

Outstanding floorplan with open features in this 2 story West Ames property. Features include: 3+ car heated and cooled garage, no maintenance siding, vaulted ceilings, new carpet 2012, large dining and kitchen with center island, all appliances included, pantry, main floor laundry, master bedroom suite on main, 2 spacious bedrooms with full bath on 2nd level & open finishable basement.

 

1535 Little Bluestem Ct. #44

Great location for this comfortable townhome just south of ISU campus. Features include: located on a cul-de-sac, private treed backyard, 1 car attached garage, new furnace and AC, open main floor, all kitchen appliances included, laundry on main floor, new washer, 3 bedrooms and large full bathroom on 2nd level, and more. Currently owned as a rental property at $1260/month, but can be owner occupied as well. Great investment opportunity!

Featured Listings: September 18th

 

1217 Sand Cherry Ln., Huxley, IA

2 Story Farmhouse in Huxley's friendly Trail Ridge neighborhood! Features include: nearly 1 acre, irrigated/manicured lawn, walk-out basement, boulder retaining walls, wrap around porch w/ swing, green space and tree views, 3+ car attached garage, open floorplan, formal dining, hardwood & travertine floors, custom trim work & ceiling details in kit, granite surfaces, stainless steel appliances, stone wood fireplace in LR, large bedrooms and closets, jack and jill bath, huge MBR suite w/ walk-in closet, vaulted ceilings, balcony, bubble soaking tub, tile walk-in shower, dual sinks, see-through gas fireplace, central vac, high efficiency mechanicals, options to customize the basement, and much more! Hurry to make this one your home!

 

 

 503 Park Ave., Story City, IA

 

Charming cottage on Park Ave in Story City near the heart of downtown. Features include: new roof, new siding, new gutters, wrought iron decorative fence, walking distance to downtown, shopping, grocery store, library, etc, new carpet, updated kitchen and baths, ornate archways, formal dining, bedroom, full bath, and laundry all on main floor, 3 bedrooms plus a play/multipurpose space on 2nd story, fruit trees, garden, mature trees, and much more. Quick possession is available.

New Elementary School Plans Unveiled

The Ames School District has revealed the preliminary designs for the new elementary school building on Miller Avenue. Miller Avenue Elementary will replace Edwards Elementary when it is completed. The initial renderings of the design plan for the new school have been released and the school looks well thought out and intuitive. What do you think of these plans?

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Featured Listings: August 21st

The summer has been incredibly busy for the Van Cleave team. There are a lot of great new listings that I'm excited to share with you.

2717 White Oak Dr. Ames, IA

What a property! Over 5400 finished SF in this rare find. Features include: complete remodel in 2001, hardwood floors, maple cabinets, updated appliances, large living room w/ wood/gas fireplace and entertainment center, 6+ bedrooms, 6 baths, huge laundry room w/ 2 sets of W/D, custom built-ins, attractive lighting, massive composite deck and balcony, water feature, car port overhang perfect for covered parties, 3+ car fully finished heated/cooled garage, hot tub room w/ 3/4 bath, custom wood shop, massive studio apartment w/ kitchenette & 3/4 bath, fenced-in backyard, basketball court, play scape, firepit w/ trampoline above, dog kennel, manicured landscaping w/ smart irrigation, and much, much more! AV does not reflect the value.

2522 Kellogg Ave., Ames, IA

Wow!! This updated home has over 3500 finished square fee and features: nearly a half acre park-like setting for a backyard, mature oak trees, perennials, patio, sandbox, deck, garden, basketball hoop, fenced-in, completely updated inside and out in 2008, MBR suite, maple hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, loads of natural light, large kitchen with center island, pantry, storage and more storage, 3+ car garage, rain barrels, awesome location close to schools, golf course, shopping, this is an unique find for Ames' buyers!

1027 N 2nd St

Nearly 1700 finished SF in this sharp bungalow near downtown Ames. Features include: corner lot, mature trees, metal siding, new furnace and AC, 1+ car detached garage, fenced-in yard, enclosed front porch, oak hardwood floors, custom paint colors, spacious closets, updated full bath with tile tub surround, huge living room, finished upper level as large bedroom, storage in lower level, and much more. Motivated seller!

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Summer Activities in Ames

Ames has some really great family friendly things to do during the summer. I've compiled a list of my favorites. What are your favorite summer activities?

1. Ames Main Street Farmers Market
Whether you're looking for organic veggies, live music, or just a reason to stroll around downtown Ames, every Saturday from 8am to 12pm, the Ames Main Street Farmers Market is a great place to spend time with your family and community.
 


2. Furman Aquatic Center
This pool has it all: a lazy river, intertube slides, high boards, and an interactive small children section.



3. Downtown Thursday Night Music
Every Thursday Night there is live music at the Bandshell and Tom Evans Park at the end of Burnett Ave.




4. Live at the Vineyard
Each Sunday afternoon from 3pm-6pm, Prairie Moon Winery hosts a musical performance. The cost is $3 per person but includes sangria for all adults of age and you're invited to bring your own picnic dinner to enjoy as you listen to the music and walk around the vineyard.




5. Octagon Art Festival
Sunday, September 23rd, 10am to 5pm, the Octagon Center for the Arts and the Ames Multicultural District host the Annual Octagon Art Festival in Downtown Ames. It's completely free and has great street vendors and artist featured every year.

Featured Listings: June 14th

3838 Marigold Dr. Ames, IA
3 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom

Beautiful, large townhome in West Ames. Close to Franklin Park, McFarland Clinic and shopping. Tile and carpet throughout. Storage in attached 2 car garage, basement, and several 3' deep closets. Built in 2004 with updated finishes. Crown molding in upstairs bedroom. All appliances included. This is a beautiful, spacious townhome that is move in ready! Lawn, snow & exterior maintenance included in HOA.

1323 Illinois Ave

3 Bedroom | 2 Bathroom

Nearly 2000 finished squaure feet in this lovely home in NW Ames. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac this home features: main floor living room, spacious dining and kitchen, upper level with 2 large bedrooms with ample closet space and a full bathroom, 3rd level has an inviting family room with extra deep closet, 3rd bedroom and 3/4 bathroom, 4th level has an office/den/rec room with storage as well as a play room and mechanicals. One of the nicest features is the huge fenced-in backyard with mature trees, patio, and pond feature.

4109 Toronto St

3 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom

Quaint split foyer in NW Ames. Close proximity to ISU Campus and Sawyer Elemetary. 3 bedrooms on upper level, possible 4th bedroom in lower level. Oak hardwood floors, updated countertop, sink and faucet in kitchen, all appliances included. Large fenced-in backyard with mature trees. Pick this one up as a great starter home or investor special!