Oak-Wood-Forest vs North West Ames

Ames, IA Neighborhood Comparison

Oak-Wood-Forest's median sale price is $487k, about $113k (30%) more than North West Ames' $374k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Oak-Wood-Forest
$487k median
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Neighborhood B
North West Ames
$374k median
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Oak-Wood-Forest
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North West Ames
$487k
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Median Price
$374k
Oak-Wood-Forest
Median Price
100%
North West Ames
Median Price
77%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oak-Wood-Forest or North West Ames more expensive?

Oak-Wood-Forest has a median home price of $487k and North West Ames is $374k. North West Ames is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Oak-Wood-Forest or North West Ames?

Oak-Wood-Forest has no school rating on file and North West Ames has no school rating on file (school ratings from Niche/GreatSchools, 1 to 10, by school rather than by street).

Which is more walkable?

Oak-Wood-Forest has no Walk Score on file. North West Ames has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.