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$1,080,274$373 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $850,000 on Oct 15, 2020

51490 180TH ST

AMES, IA 50014
5
Beds
5 / 4
Baths
2,894 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.
37.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$888K low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$850,000 · Oct 15, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,828 (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.$729,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$94,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$634,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$682,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$729,100

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.49
86
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.58 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountySTORY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.37.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Steel Frame
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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.Deck · 444 ft²Patio · 196 ft²Porch · 376 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

E
Gilbert Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.7 mi
H
Gilbert High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Gilbert Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Gilbert Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 50014These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.10

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,660
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.690 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,126
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,349
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

51490 180th St 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Ames 50014
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Ames 50014
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Story County
  • Among the largest lots in Ames 50014
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Story County

What homes are worth in Ames 50014

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

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$121K$826K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Ames 50014.

How it measures up in Ames 50014

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ames 50014.

Estimated value$1,080,274
CheaperTypical $311,335Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$373
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area2,894 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size37.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 51490 180th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmes 50014Story County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,080,274almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37398% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than2,894 ft²92% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than37.14 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than200060% of homes70% of homes

About 51490 180th St

How much is 51490 180th St, Ames, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 51490 180th St, Ames, IA is $1,080,274 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $888,020 to $1,272,528. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 51490 180th St, Ames, IA last sell?

51490 180th St, Ames, IA last sold on Oct 15, 2020 for $850,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 51490 180th St, Ames, IA?

51490 180th St, Ames, IA has 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2,894 square feet of living space and a 37.14-acre lot.

When was 51490 180th St, Ames, IA built?

51490 180th St, Ames, IA was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 51490 180th St, Ames, IA?

51490 180th St, Ames, IA is assigned to Gilbert Elementary School (elementary); Gilbert High School (high), rated A; Gilbert Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Gilbert Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 51490 180th St, Ames, IA compare to other homes in Ames 50014?

Among the 8,242 homes in Ames 50014, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,080,274 against a typical $311,335), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($373 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,894 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (37.14 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (2000 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Story County, it is worth more than almost all 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 51490 180th St, Ames, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 51490 180th St, Ames, IA was $9,828. The county assessed it at $729,100.

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