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$393,119$284 / 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 92How 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
Last sold for $255,000 on Dec 17, 2020

518 ROOKWOOD DR

AMES, IA 50010
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,382 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$393K
$361K low$425K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$255,000 · Dec 17, 2020
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.$146,630
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$117,304
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.62%
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.$246,489
PREMIER LENDING LLC · recorded Dec 17, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,260 (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.$334,900 (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.$221,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$328,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$334,900

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.178 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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1981
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.53
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.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.Deck · 195 ft²Patio · 315 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.33,542
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

518 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 76% of homes in Ames 50010
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% 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
$119K$811K

This home is worth more than 76% 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$393,119
CheaperTypical $291,701Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$284
CheaperTypical $211Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,382 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,429 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 518 Rookwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmes 50010Story County
Estimated valuepricier than$393,11976% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28484% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,382 ft²47% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac90% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than197450% of homes45% of homes

About 518 Rookwood Dr

How much is 518 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 518 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA is $393,119 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $361,417 to $424,821. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 518 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA last sell?

518 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA last sold on Dec 17, 2020 for $255,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 518 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA?

518 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,382 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 518 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA built?

518 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a a-frame home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 518 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA?

518 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 518 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA compare to other homes in Ames 50010?

Among the 9,685 homes in Ames 50010, it is worth more than 76% of them ($393,119 against a typical $291,701), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($284 against a typical $211), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,382 ft² against a typical 1,429 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1974 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Story County, it is worth more than 76% 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 518 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 518 Rookwood Dr, Ames, IA was $4,260. The county assessed it at $334,900.

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