2 Bed | 2 Bath | 1,054 Sq. Ft.
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Ames is located in Story, Iowa, with an estimated municipal population of 66,258 residents. All of the best foreclosed homes for sale in Ames are located in the following zip code areas on Foreclosure.com: 50014 50012 50011 50010 50013. The estimated population per square kilometer (.62 miles) in Ames is 935.
So, about how much do homes cost in Ames? The most recent median value of resident-owned homes in Ames is 204,542. An estimated 40.7 percent of households in Ames own their homes, with an average family size of 2.76. The median household income in Ames is 48,105, with21.4 percentage of households earning at least $100,000 annually. For working parents and professionals who are searching for cheap homes in Ames, the median commute time of resident workers (in minutes) is 16.4. And last, but certainly not least, are you looking for homes to rent in Ames? If so, the average rent price paid by renters in Ames is 930, according to recent statistics.
Where a home is located is almost just as important as the home itself. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or are relocating to Ames, it is essential to take a deep dive into your potential future neighborhood. Homeownership is often a long-term relationship; therefore, be sure to do your due diligence to ensure that you make the best long-term decision.
The median age of residents in Ames is 23.3, split between 53.6 percent male versus 46.4 female. The percentage of residents who report being married in Ames is 30.9, with an average family size of 2.76.
The percentage of residents who report their race in Ames is as follows:
| White | 81.3% |
| Black / African American | 3.2% |
| Asian | 11.4% |
| American Indian / Alaskan Native | 0.2% |
| Native Hawaiian / Other Pacifc Islander | 0% |
| Multi-racial | 3% |
| Other | 1% |
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The percentage of residents who report their age in Ames is as follows:
| Under 10 | 7.6% |
| Aged 10-19 | 16.9% |
| 20s | 39.4% |
| 30s | 10.3% |
| 40s | 6.3% |
| 50s | 6.4% |
| 60s | 6.5% |
| 70s | 3.8% |
| 80+ | 2.7% |
It was a rollercoaster ride for academics in 2020, with school districts throughout the nation transferring their classes online because of the global pandemic. Numerous school districts will continue online courses, while others will welcome students back to campus. Regardless, homebuyers are shopping for homes in Ames with dedicated in-home learning spaces, as well as for homes located within the best school systems for in-person instruction in Ames.
How do you know that living in -- or moving to -- Ames is right where you need to be? Perhaps you grew up in Ames or already live nearby; therefore, the decision to buy a home in Ames is a no-brainer. For others, however, it may not be such a straightforward or simple decision. Whether you are relocating to Ames for work or just looking for a fresh start, getting a read on a neighborhood from afar (online) can be tricky... and exhausting.
Here are some questions to ask yourself when shopping for foreclosed homes for sale in Ames:
In short, it always helps to create a “Pros vs. Cons” list of what you need in a home and/or neighborhood like Ames.
Prospective homebuyers are clearly taking advantage of the low interest rates and numerous government assistance programs. These low interest rates mean homebuyers in Ames can now afford much more house for the same monthly payment (if interest rates were higher). Motivated and opportunistic sellers in Ames, meanwhile, can field multiple offers from more qualified buyers.
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