- 4
- beds
- 1
- baths
- 582
- sqft
- 1938
- year built
- Status:
- Active
- MLS #:
- 71785
- County:
- Story
- Listed By:
- Gale & Ryan Gehling Team - Keller Williams Ames
Sponsoring Broker: Sarah Pesek, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices First Realty
Welcome to 2810 Ross Road in Ames. This charming 4-bedroom, 3-bath Colonial-style home is nestled on a double lot totaling over half an acre, along the beautiful west edge of the Iowa State University campus. From the moment you step through the inviting red front door, you'll feel the warmth, character, and timeless charm this home has to offer. Imagine generations of children racing down the beautiful open staircase on Christmas morning, eager to see what Santa has left behind. The cozy living room, complete with a wood-burning fireplace, is the perfect spot to hang your stockings with care and create memories for years to come. You'll fall in love with the original birch woodwork throughout, complemented by a crisp white color palette and an abundance of natural light streaming through the home's lovely windows. Classic character blends beautifully with thoughtful updates, including new asphalt shingles and a new HVAC system in 2026, along with updated electrical panel. Additional highlights include composite deck, terrazzo tile, a gas range, formal dining room, gorgeous hardwood floors, knotty pine walls, abundant built-ins, main-level laundry, and a convenient main-level primary bedroom with a walk-in closet. Offering over 2,900 square feet of beautifully finished living space, this home also features a 16' x 20' patio, a spacious deck, and a 3-car garage. With its generous lot, timeless architectural details, and inviting spaces, this is more than just a house, it's a place to make memories and call home! Virtual staging photography in use.
Highlights
- Residential
- Single Family Residence
- Built in 1938
- 0.56 Acre Lot
- 3 Car Garage
- Newly Listed
Open House
-
November 15, 202610:00am - 12:00pm
This open house information was last updated on 11/11/2026 02:48PM
-
- Bedrooms
- 4
-
- Bathrooms
- 1
-
- Year Built
- 1938
-
- Architectural Style
- Colonial
-
- Construction Materials
- Wood Siding, Brick
-
- Foundation
- Block
-
- Garage Spaces
- 3.0
-
- Living Area
- 582.0
-
- Appliances
- Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
-
- Flooring
- Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
-
- Patio And Porch
- Patio, Deck
-
- Cooling
- Central Air
-
- Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
-
- Basement
- Walk-Out Access, Partial, Sump Pump
-
- Acres
- 0.56
-
- Lot Features
- Rolling Slope
-
- Water
- Public
-
- Area
- 0002 - Ames NW
-
- County
- Story
-
- City
- Ames
-
- Zip Code
- 50014
-
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| 11/11/2026 | Listed | $425,000 |
| Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS #71785 | ||
Source: MLS Data
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Last Updated: November 11, 2026 at 05:06PM | Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS | MLS#: 71785