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$332,041$236 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

536 ROOKWOOD DR

AMES, IA 50010
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,404 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.
0.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
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

$332K
$274K low$390K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,456 (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.$276,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$113,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$269,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$276,600

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.197 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.1 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.A-Frame
CountySTORY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.56
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.Patio · 280 ft²

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

H
Gilbert High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Gilbert Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
E
Gilbert Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.4 mi

District: Gilbert 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

536 Rookwood 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 65% of homes in Story County
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Story County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% 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.

This home
$131K$743K

This home is worth more than 62% 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$332,041
CheaperTypical $292,168Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$236
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,404 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,427 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.56 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 536 Rookwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmes 50010Story County
Estimated valuepricier than$332,04162% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23667% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,404 ft²49% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.56 ac90% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than197146% of homes41% of homes

About 536 Rookwood Dr

How much is 536 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 536 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA is $332,041 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $274,410 to $389,672. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 536 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA last sell?

536 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 536 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA?

536 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,404 square feet of living space and a 0.56-acre lot.

When was 536 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA built?

536 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a a-frame home.

What schools serve 536 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA?

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

How does 536 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA compare to other homes in Ames 50010?

Among the 9,689 homes in Ames 50010, it is worth more than 62% of them ($332,041 against a typical $292,168), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($236 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,404 ft² against a typical 1,427 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.56 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1971 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Story County, it is worth more than 65% 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 536 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 536 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA was $3,456. The county assessed it at $276,600.

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