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Ames, located in the heart of Iowa, is just 30 miles north of Des Moines and home to Iowa State University. The city was founded in 1864 as a station stop along the Cedar Rapids and Missouri Railroad, and was named after U.S. congressman Oakes Ames of Massachusetts who had a significant impact on the railroad system. Today, Ames is home to almost 60,000 residents, making it the second-fastest growing city in Iowa.
Ames balances the best of small-town living with big city opportunities, and others are taking note. In 2010 CNNMoney ranked Ames #9 in the Top 100 Best Places to Live and in 2007 it was picked as one of the nation's 10 Best Places to Retire. The city's commitment to innovative and sustainable practices landed it on Mother Earth News' third annual Great Places You've Never Heard Of list in 2008, one of only nine communities honored. Ames' innovative Resource Recovery System as well as the mix of cultural and educational activities available were two reasons Ames was cited.
Ames has 33 parks offering a variety of recreation opportunities. This includes Ada Hayden Park featuring hiking and bike trails, hundreds of acres and prairie, and boat access to the 130-acre lake.
More than 28,000 students are enrolled at Iowa State University, the school best known for its landscape architecture program. Located on campus is Reiman Gardens, a 14-acre year-round site featuring a 2,500 square foot butterfly wing. The Iowa State Center brings world-class performing arts to Ames and houses the Brunnier Art Museum, and sports bring another level of excitment to the area as the ISU Cyclones compete in the Big 12 in football, basketball, wrestling, and more!
Other major employers include Iowa Department of Transportation, Mary Greeley Medical Center, McFarland Clinic PC, and Sauer-Danfoss, a company that works with off-highway vehicle manufacturers.
Latest Listings In Ames Real Estate
If you love trees, natural light and open spaces, this is the home you've dreamed of! Located on a dead end street in West Ames, this end condo unit has it all. The kit...
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 60559 MLS
Golfers and gardeners listen up! This 3 bed 2.5 bath home across the street from Homewood Golf Course is a dream come true. Lots of updates-hardwood bamboo floor and oak ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 60551 MLS
Well kept duplex, fenced yard, garage,close to interstate, hospital, shopping, schools.Have letter of compliance, rented untilJuly 31, 2023.
- 60550 MLS
Don't let this ranch style home fool you, it is not your ''typical'' ranch! You will be amazed by all the space and unique features this home has to offer. If gardening i...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 60546 MLS
This home is currently listed as a delayed showing. Under no circumstances will any showings be allowed until 07/05/22 at 9:00am. The Sellers will not accept any proposed...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 60542 MLS
Lots of space in this 4 Bedrooms 2-Story Northridge Home (Ames Schools and Fellows Elementary) with 3 Full Baths plus a dedicated main level Guest Half Bath, a Finished B...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 60540 MLS
This home is currently listed as a delayed showing. Under no circumstances will any showings be allowed until Saturday July2 at 8AM. Wonderful 3 BR, 2 BA home on a quiet ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 60538 MLS
HCS New Construction home, the Harper Plan. This home offers an open floor plan with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths on the main level along with a 3 car garage. Features of the h...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 60529 MLS
Picture yourself in a storybook cottage with beautiful hardwood floors, wood trim, glass doorknobs, and a cozy fireplace. The light streams in through the many windows an...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 60523 MLS
Northridge delivers again. A large front porch welcomes you as you walk up to the house. The spacious entry has hardwood floor and view to the two tier stairway. The 9'...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 60521 MLS
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