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4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014 — Sold $265,000 by Jim Horstman
Another pre-probate listing closed by Jim Horstman in Story County, IA. Good work.
4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014
Final sold price
SOLD$265,000
What sold at 4122 Aplin Rd, and for how much?
4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014 sold for $265,000 on June 26, 2026. The listing was handled by Jim Horstman of Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames. The property is a residential, 3 bed, 1 bath, 991 sq ft, built in 1976. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Story County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $265,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 3 bed · 1 bath |
| Building area | 991 sq ft |
| Year built | 1976 |
| County | Story County, IA |
| Listing agent | Jim Horstman, Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames |
| APN | 09-08-152-050 |
| MLS # | 70236 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Story County, Iowa from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 4122 Aplin Rd, Ames IA 50014
Property profile
- Address
- 4122 Aplin Rd
- City / state / ZIP
- Ames, IA, 50014
- County
- Story County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 3 bed · 1 bath
- Year built
- 1976
- APN
- 09-08-152-050
Mailing address
4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 03/13/2017
- Assessed value
- $230,000
- MLS #
- 70236
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$267Calculated from a 991 sq ft building and $265,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value115%Sold price was 115% of the $230,000 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale3,392Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio16%Building footprint covers about 16% of the 6,286 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Jim Horstman of Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames represented the seller and Re/Max Precision Ankeny Uptown represented the buyer on 4122 Aplin Rd, Ames IA 50014 in Ames. The two of them walked an inherited property all the way to closing, which is what pre-probate work asks for. The home closed at $265,000. LeadCruncher is built to put agents in front of the next motivated heir before anyone else gets there.
- Jim Horstman, Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames
- Re/Max Precision Ankeny Uptown
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014 sell for?
4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014 sold for $265,000 on 06/26/2026.
When did 4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014 sell?
The transfer of 4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014 was recorded on in Story County, IA.
Who sold 4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014?
4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014 was listed by Jim Horstman, Hunziker & Assoc.-Ames.
Who represented the buyer of 4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014?
The buyer of 4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014 was represented by Re/Max Precision Ankeny Uptown.
What kind of property is 4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014?
4122 Aplin Rd, Ames, IA 50014 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 3 bed · 1 bath. It was built in 1976.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Ames?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Story County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by IA and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Story County, Iowa from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Every figure on this page traces back to a public record. Use the Story County, Iowa recorder for the deed itself, and these references for the law that governs a pre-probate transfer.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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