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$418,474$289 / 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 96How 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 $224,500 on Feb 17, 2009

5308 KANSAS DR

AMES, IA 50014
3
Beds
4 / 2
Baths
1,450 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$418K
$402K low$435K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$224,500 · Feb 17, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,838 (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.$313,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$51,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$262,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$316,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$313,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
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.2009
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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, 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 · 168 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.

E
Sawyer Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Ames Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Ames High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Ames 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

5308 Kansas 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.

  • Worth more than 80% of homes in Story County
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Story County
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Story County
  • Newer than 83% 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$842K

This home is worth more than 72% of 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$418,474
CheaperTypical $312,058Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$289
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,450 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 5308 Kansas Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmes 50014Story County
Estimated valuepricier than$418,47472% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28986% of homes88% of homes
Living areabigger than1,450 ft²50% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac34% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than200877% of homes83% of homes

About 5308 Kansas Dr

How much is 5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA is $418,474 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $401,869 to $435,079. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA last sell?

5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA last sold on Feb 17, 2009 for $224,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA?

5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 1,450 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA built?

5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA?

5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA is assigned to Sawyer Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Ames Middle School (middle), rated B-; Ames High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Ames Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA compare to other homes in Ames 50014?

Among the 8,242 homes in Ames 50014, it is worth more than 72% of them ($418,474 against a typical $312,058), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($289 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,450 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (2008 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Story County, it is worth more than 80% 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 5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5308 Kansas Dr, Ames, IA was $3,838. The county assessed it at $313,600.

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