265 W Riverside Road, Ames, IA 50010

$1,215,500
5
BD
6
BA
5,373
SqFt

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Sold Price
$1,215,500
List Price
$1,699,000
Status
CLOSED
Days on Market
90
Closing Date
Sep 01, 2026
MLS#
739039
Subtype
Residential
Style
One and One Half Story
Architectural Style
One and One Half Story
Year Built
2004
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
6
Full Baths
4
Half Baths
1
Living Area
5,373
Lot Size
883,397
Acres
20.28
MLS Area Major
Ames

Property Description

Discover exceptional luxury living on 20.28 private acres in north Ames. This 2004 custom-built home received a thoughtful renovation in 2020, offering modern elegance and premium finishes throughout. Boasting 5 spacious bedrooms and 8 bathrooms, the home features a fully finished basement complete with a full bar, theater room, and exercise room, creating the ultimate space for entertaining, recreation, and wellness. Enjoy abundant parking and storage with 4 attached garages. Additional highlights include a large detached garage (38' x 60') with 3 stalls and finished living space above, ideal for guests, a home office, studio, or rental potential. The sprawling grounds provide rare privacy and serenity while remaining just minutes from Ames amenities, Ada Haden park, Iowa State University, shopping, dining, and major routes. Whether you're seeking room for hobbies, vehicles, outdoor pursuits, or simply embracing peaceful countryside views, this estate delivers endless possibilities. The 2020 updates, generous room sizes, and prime Gilbert schools location make it a standout for luxury acreage living with unmatched convenience. All information obtained from seller and public record.

Additional Information

Interior Features
Wet Bar, Central Vacuum, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Window Treatments
Exterior Features
Enclosed Porch, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Patio, Storage
Taxes
$20,832
Property Description
One and One Half Story
Zoning
R A-1
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
Appliances
Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove
Heating
Forced Air, Gas
Air Conditioning
Central Air
Roof
Asphalt, Shingle
Foundation
Poured
Parking Features
Attached, Garage
Garage Spaces
4
School District
Gilbert

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Listing courtesy of Heather Schmidt with RE/MAX Precision

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Data courtesy of the Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS