North Ames · Ames, IA
Is Now a Good Time to Sell in North Ames, Ames?
The median home in North Ames sells for $245,000 with prices down 2% year-over-year. Ridley's flat fee saves you $3,851.
North Ames Real Estate Market Conditions
Ridley Sell Score
How it's scored →Moderate
55/100A balanced market with opportunities for well-priced homes.
Median Sale Price
$245,000
-2%Days on Market
17
Price per Sq Ft
$177
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.62%
Homes Sold
13
Sold Above List
15.38%
Pending in 2 Weeks
38.46%
Source: public market records
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How much can you save selling in North Ames?
That could furnish your new living room — save 1.6% of your home value
$245,000
Traditional Agent (3%)
$7,350
Ridley Pro (flat fee)
$3,499
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Cost to sell in North Ames
| Traditional Agent | Best valueRidley Pro | Ridley Essentials | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listing fee | $7,350 | $3,499 | $999 |
| Buyer agent | $6,8602.8% avg | $4,900~2% avg | $4,900~2% avg |
| Closing costs (~1.5%) | $3,675 | $3,675 | $3,675 |
| Total cost | $17,885 | $12,074 | $9,574 |
| You save | — | $3,851 | $6,351 |
Based on the North Ames median home price of $245,000. Ridley buyer agent commission reflects the average ~2% BAC offered by Ridley sellers.
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