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$302,337$237 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $183,000 on Mar 18, 2005

2817 BRISTOL DR

AMES, IA 50010
1
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,278 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
4,136 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$302K
$279K low$325K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$183,000 · Mar 18, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,538 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$282,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$240,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$280,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$282,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountySTORY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.DeckPatio · 182 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Ames High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Fellows Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Ames Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Ames Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50010These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,538
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.551 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,385
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,292
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.61%

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How this home compares

2817 Bristol Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Story County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Story County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Ames 50010

What homes are worth in Ames 50010

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$133K$710K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Ames 50010.

How it measures up in Ames 50010

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ames 50010.

Estimated value$302,337
CheaperTypical $294,504Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$237
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,278 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,430 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size4,136 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 2817 Bristol Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmes 50010Story County
Estimated valuepricier than$302,33753% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23767% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,278 ft²39% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,136 ft²18% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than200480% of homes78% of homes

About 2817 Bristol Dr

How much is 2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA is $302,337 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $279,463 to $325,211. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA last sell?

2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA last sold on Mar 18, 2005 for $183,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA?

2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA has 1 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,278 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA built?

2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA?

2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA is assigned to Ames High School (high), rated B-; Fellows Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Ames Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Ames Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA compare to other homes in Ames 50010?

Among the 9,689 homes in Ames 50010, it is worth more than 53% of them ($302,337 against a typical $294,504), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($237 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,278 ft² against a typical 1,430 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (4,136 ft² against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (2004 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Story County, it is worth more than 58% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2817 Bristol Dr, Ames, IA was $3,538. The county assessed it at $282,800.

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