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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
Enjoy this Luxury 2 Bed/2 Bath condo in the heart of Campustown. This corner unit features plenty of abundant natural light with an open floor plan. Kitchen has top-of-th...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 61105 MLS
This home is currently listed as a 'delayed showing.' Under no circumstances will any showing be allowed until Oct 10, 2022 at 9AM. The sellers will not review or accept ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 61104 MLS
The kitchen is truly the heart of this amazing north Ames home. Beautiful wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, stainless steel gas stove, large center island, coffee...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 61096 MLS
This condo has been tastefully redecorated from top to bottom! Two bdrm, 2 full bath, one level condo in West Ames. All NEW paint, ceiling texture, vanities/fixtures in...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 61094 MLS
This beautiful 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom ranch townhome is nestled in Somerset Village within walking distance to restaurants, salons, the grocery store & more. Sit back & re...
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 61088 MLS
Spacious 2-story home in a quiet neighborhood in north Ames. Three large living areas on the first floor include a living room, a family room with a wood burning firepla...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 61078 MLS
If you have dreamed of owning your dream home on 3 acres on a hard surface road then you are in luck, as you found it! This lots sets up beautifully along Onion Creek. Th...
- 61073 MLS
You'll be greeted with a new front deck and a new cover for enjoying the front yard. This cute 3 BR home is ready for you. All 3 bedrooms are on the main floor with an up...
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 61063 MLS
This home is currently listed as a 'delayed showing'. Under no circumstances will any showings be allowed until October 7th at 9 a.m. The Sellers will not accept any prop...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 61062 MLS
This fantastic, 3+ bedroom, 1.5 bath home has 2300 sf of finished living space and is as move in ready as they come! Beautifully updated and well maintained. You will lov...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 61041 MLS
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