2345 161st Place

Ames, IA
$ 1,420,323 Beds 4 Baths 5 Sq 2,487
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FALL SALE! Save $10,000 on this spec home with available promotional savings. Ask listing agent for terms & details. Offer ends 10/31/26. HCS presents your new executive ranch home! This home sits on the north side of the rural Buck Hills neighborhood, overlooking a peaceful pond. This beautiful, well-crafted, spacious home has top-of-the-line finishes that are sure to impress your family. It features 4,568 finished square feet with 4 bedrooms, 6 baths, a pocket office, and main-floor laundry. You'll love the soaring 11 ft ceilings, an open floor concept, the abundance of natural light, and the gorgeous quartz countertops; this house really has it all. Whether you're hosting a big gathering or just relaxing on your own, you'll love spending time in this lovely home. The expansive picture windows offer a beautiful view to the south. The gourmet kitchen features red oak and painted cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, and high-end stainless-steel appliances, including a 48'' gas range. The kitchen opens to the great room, which features a vaulted ceiling and a gas fireplace with a cast-stone surround. There are two en-suites on the main floor, each with a walk-in ceramic shower. The finished lower level includes two more en-suites. The family room features a full bar, an electric fireplace, and large daylight windows on the south for great natural lighting. It has 2x6 main-level construction, 9-foot poured concrete lower-level walls, and a 14-inch I-joist floor system. Exterior features include LP Smart siding with stone, a Trex screened-in deck with an open grilling deck conveniently located just off the dining area. The spacious 3-car garage has Epoxy flooring. There is also a lawn irrigation system. Seller is a licensed real estate broker in the State of Iowa, selling the property on their own behalf. Estimated completion date September 30, 2026

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  • Price
  • $ 1,420,323
  • City
  • Ames
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 4
  • County
  • Boone
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 2
  • Area
  • Ames Rural Subdiv
  • Lot Size
  • 1 Acres
  • Zip
  • 50014
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,487
  • Year Built
  • 2026
  • Style
  • Traditional, Ranch
  • MLS#
  • 69925
Listed By: Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
Data Source: Central Iowa BOR (AMES)

Features

General

Sewer Septic Tank
Heating Forced Air,Propane,Heat Rcvry/Vent Sys
Cooling Central Air
Appliances Dishwasher,Disposal,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator
Development Status Under Construction
Zoning Residential
HOA Fee 194
Garage Spaces 3
Patio/Porch Features Screened Porch,Composite Deck
Architectural Style Traditional,Ranch
Construction Materials Other,Stone
Year Built 2026
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 088425011250133
Assoc Fee Paid Per Monthly
County Boone
Property Type Residential
Association Amenities Trash
HOA true
Garage Y/N true
Green Indoor Air Quality Radon Mitigation System - Passive
Total Rooms 19
Full Baths 1
Status Active
City Ames
Association Name Elite Property Management
High School District Ames
MLS Area 0005 - Ames Rural Subdiv
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 55757
Home Warranty Y/N true
MLS Area Minor 0005 - Ames Rural Subdiv
Builder Name HCS
Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 127200
Legal Description BUCK HILLS EST 4TH LOT 13 W 1/2 NE 1/4
AttributionContact 515-720-7859

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Wet Bar,Ceiling Fan(s)
Basement Daylight,Full,Sump Pump
Flooring Engineered Hardwood,Luxury Vinyl,Laminate,Carpet
Fireplace Features Gas,Electric
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Above Grade Finished Area 2487
Half Baths 2
3/4 Baths 3
Laundry Features Main Level
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 2081
Total Baths 6
Heating-Forced Air true

Exterior Features

Lot Features Ponds,Level,Sprinkler (Yard)
Water Source Rural
Lot Size Area 1
Foundation Details Poured,Tile
Building Area Total 2487
Lot Dimensions 185 x 300
Lot Size Acres 1
Road Surface Type Hard Surface

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Des Moines, IA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

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High School Unknown High School

Price History

4/17/2026 Listed $1,420,323

Property vs Zip Code Average in 50014

Price
AVG $510K
$1.42M
Year Built
AVG 1990
2026

2345 161st Place Ames, IA is a Single Family Home for sale at $1420323 with 2487 sqft and a lot size of 1 Acres Acre(s). 2345 161st Place Ames has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths and was built in 2026. The property's zip code is 50014 which is in Ames, IA

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