$399,900

Enjoy small-town living on a quiet cul-de-sac, where the backyard opens to the city park and ball fields. Built in 1978, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 2,108 finished square feet and has been refreshed where it counts, with a new roof, siding, gutters and windows, plus brand-new carpet and fresh paint on the main-level walls and ceilings. The main level centers on a fully remodeled kitchen with custom cabinetry and countertops, opening to a large main living space with a mix of real hardwood and new carpet. Just off the living area, a former bonus room has been converted into a four-season porch wrapped in windows, adding a second living or dining space filled with natural light and views of the mature trees and the park beyond, a comfortable spot for morning coffee in every season and a great spot for hosting during the upcoming holidays. Laundry is also on the main level. Downstairs, the walkout lower level offers finished living space with a fireplace and wet bar, ready for winter evenings and larger gatherings, along with unfinished square footage that leaves room to expand. An attached 2-car garage and a 0.34-acre lot round out the property. Located in the Roland-Story Community School District with the middle school right in town, the home sits in a small town that is easy to get around on foot or by bike, about 12 minutes from I-35 with quick access to Story City and Ames. A well-built home with room to gather, updates in the right places and a backyard view that is hard to match.