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$212,779$174 / 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 89How 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 $200,000 on Sep 19, 2023

515 8TH ST

AMES, IA 50010
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,224 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.
3,500 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$213K
$188K low$237K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$200,000 · Sep 19, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,314 (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.$168,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$150,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$186,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,200

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.4 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Single Family Residence
CountySTORY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 35 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Meeker Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Ames High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Ames Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 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

515 8th 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.

  • Worth less than 80% of homes in Ames 50010
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Ames 50010
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Ames 50010
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Story County
  • Older than 82% 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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$130K$778K

This home is worth more than 20% 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$212,779
CheaperTypical $297,410Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$174
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,427 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size3,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 515 8th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmes 50010Story County
Estimated valuepricier than$212,77920% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17425% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,224 ft²34% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,500 ft²15% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than194718% of homes21% of homes

About 515 8th St

How much is 515 8th St, Ames, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 515 8th St, Ames, IA is $212,779 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $188,329 to $237,229. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 515 8th St, Ames, IA last sell?

515 8th St, Ames, IA last sold on Sep 19, 2023 for $200,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 515 8th St, Ames, IA?

515 8th St, Ames, IA has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,224 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 515 8th St, Ames, IA built?

515 8th St, Ames, IA was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 515 8th St, Ames, IA?

515 8th St, Ames, IA is assigned to Meeker Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Ames High School (high), rated A-; Ames Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Ames Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 515 8th St, Ames, IA compare to other homes in Ames 50010?

Among the 9,689 homes in Ames 50010, it is worth more than 20% of them ($212,779 against a typical $297,410), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($174 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,224 ft² against a typical 1,427 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (3,500 ft² against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1947 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Story County, it is worth more than 30% 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 515 8th St, Ames, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 515 8th St, Ames, IA was $2,314. The county assessed it at $168,200.

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