Well-maintained ranch offering exceptional space inside & out on a half acre lot! Enjoy small-town living with quick access to Ames and Ankeny via US-69 or I-35 — all within the desirable North Polk School District. Welcome to this 2,268SF home boasting over 4,000SF total finish. The sprawling main level features a sunken living room with a wood-burning fireplace and raised brick hearth, and an adjoining formal dining room with eye-catching patterned wood flooring. A second living area invites relaxation around the gas stacked-stone fireplace or step out to the large deck for quiet mornings and evening unwind time. The owners’ suite includes dual walk-in closets and an en-suite bath with granite-topped vanity and beauty station. Two large secondary bedrooms, a full bath with granite counters, a convenient laundry closet (Maytag washer & dryer included), and an eat-in kitchen loaded with cabinetry complete the main floor. The finished lower level delivers the same remarkable amount of space — offering a ¾ bath, a non-conforming bedroom, multiple flex spaces to configure to your needs, plus direct access to the garage and main entry. Car enthusiasts and hobbyists will love the generous 1,000+ SF attached garage (26 x 39) with double door — ideal for tandem parking, tools & toys. Radon mitigation system. Experience the best of lifestyle and location here!