408 W Ames Street

Russell, IA
$ 15,000 Beds 3 Baths 1 Sq 1,552
Monthly Estimate* How much can I afford?

This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a great opportunity for someone ready to finish what’s already been started. The upstairs renovation is underway, giving the next owner a head start on transforming the space into their vision. Major updates including a newer furnace, newer roof and several newer windows throughout the home have already been completed, helping take care of some of the big-ticket items. Outside, you’ll find a large yard with plenty of room to enjoy, along with a spacious outbuilding perfect for storage, hobbies, or workspace needs. Whether you’re looking for an investment property, fixer-upper, or affordable home with potential, this property is full of opportunity.

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  • Price
  • $ 15,000
  • City
  • Russell
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 1
  • County
  • LUCAS
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lucas
  • Lot Size
  • Zip
  • 52544
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,552
  • Year Built
  • 1882
  • Taxes
  • $ 834
  • Style
  • MLS#
  • 6338665
Listed By: Bogle Realty LLC
Data Source: Iowa Association of REALTORS®

Features

General

Sewer City Sewer/Connected
Heating Baseboard
Cooling None
Construction Materials Wood Siding
Year Built 1882
Levels One and One Half
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Tax Year 2024
Accessibility None
County Lucas
Property Type Residential
Contingency None
Full Baths 1
Status Active
Directions 408 W Ames Street.,Russell,IA
Lot Size Units Acres
Tax Annual Amount 834
Living Area Units Square Feet
Standard Status Active
PostalCity Russell
Legal Description 06-71-20 DUNGANS LOTS 47-48

Interior Features

Basement Partial
Total Bedrooms 3
Total Baths 1

Exterior Features

Parking Features Gravel
Water Source Public
Lot Dimensions 0.331 M/L Acre

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

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

5/26/2026 Listed $15,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 52544

Price
AVG $190K
$20K
Taxes
AVG $2,142
$834
Year Built
AVG 1945
1882
Visits
AVG 6
5
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®

408 W Ames Street Russell, IA is a Single Family Home for sale at $15000 with 1552 sqft and a lot size of Acre(s). 408 W Ames Street Russell has 3 bedrooms, 1 baths and was built in 1882. The property's zip code is 52544 which is in Russell, IA

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