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$379,883$304 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

487 ROOKWOOD DR

AMES, IA 50010
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,248 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.
0.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$380K
$329K low$431K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$298,083
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$238,466
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.22%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$81,800
FIRST NATIONAL BANK AMES IOWA · recorded Jul 16, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,114 (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.$260,800 (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.$147,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$256,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$260,800

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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.0.58
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.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.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

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.33,542
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.$70,389
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,298
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

487 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 74% of homes in Story County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Story County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% 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.

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$119K$811K

This home is worth more than 73% 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$379,883
CheaperTypical $291,701Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$304
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,429 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.58 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 487 Rookwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmes 50010Story County
Estimated valuepricier than$379,88373% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30488% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²37% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.58 ac91% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than197652% of homes47% of homes

About 487 Rookwood Dr

How much is 487 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 487 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA is $379,883 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $328,595 to $431,171. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 487 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA last sell?

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

How big is 487 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA?

487 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 0.58-acre lot.

When was 487 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA built?

487 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 487 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA?

487 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 487 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA compare to other homes in Ames 50010?

Among the 9,685 homes in Ames 50010, it is worth more than 73% of them ($379,883 against a typical $291,701), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($304 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,429 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.58 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1976 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Story County, it is worth more than 74% 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 487 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 487 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA was $3,114. The county assessed it at $260,800.

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