Welcome to 303 Hilltop Rd, a lovely solid home built in 1957 in an established West Ames neighborhood. With 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 1,480 sq ft of finished living space, this home offers functionality, charm and value.
Key Features:
4-bedroom layout: 2 bedrooms on the main level, and 2 bedrooms in the lower level with egress windows ( or versatile bonus space).
Two Bathrooms: one on the main and a ¾ bath downstairs—great convenience for living or guests.
Large lot (~9,000 sq ft) with mature trees and an attached garage—ample outdoor space and parking.
Excellent location: close to campus, parks, and major access routes—appealing to homeowners seeking convenience and strong resale.
Why You'll Love It:
This home blends the best of decades-old craftsmanship with modern living needs. It's move-in ready yet offers opportunities to personalize finishes and make it your own. Whether you're a Buyer looking for space to call your own, or an investor wanting a solid long-term investment, this property checks the boxes.
Sold for $214,000
$214,000
303 Hilltop Rd, Ames, IA 50014
4beds
816sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1957
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$219,200 Zestimate®
$262/sqft
$1,970 Estimated rent
Home value
$219,200
$197,000 - $243,000
$1,970/mo
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Egress windowsMature treesTwo bathroomsAttached garageAmple outdoor spaceLarge lot
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Listed by:
Sara Samms 515-460-0777,
United Real Estate Professionals
Bought with:
Sara Samms, B41283
Source: CIBR,MLS#: 68824
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Basement
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
Full bathroom
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Basement
Family room
- Level: Basement
Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump
Interior area
- Total structure area: 816
- Total interior livable area: 816 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 816
- Finished area below ground: 665
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
Lot
- Size: 9,147 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0908275150
- Zoning: RL
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Indoor air quality: Radon Mitigation System - Passive
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Ames
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $262/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $228,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,788
- Date on market: 10/30/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | Sold | $214,000-4.8%$262/sqft |
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| 10/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $224,900+24.9%$276/sqft |
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| 2/9/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/19/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,950+8.3%$2/sqft |
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| 4/12/2021 | Sold | $180,000+12.5%$221/sqft |
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| 3/26/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/10/2021 | Listed for rent | $1,800+50.6%$2/sqft |
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| 11/17/2017 | Sold | $160,000$196/sqft |
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| 10/24/2017 | Pending sale | $160,000$196/sqft |
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| 10/13/2017 | Listed for sale | $160,000$196/sqft |
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| 10/10/2017 | Pending sale | $160,000$196/sqft |
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| 9/29/2017 | Listed for sale | $160,000+36.8%$196/sqft |
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| 9/5/2017 | Listing removed | $1,195$1/sqft |
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| 7/13/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,195-0.4%$1/sqft |
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| 10/6/2015 | Listing removed | $1,200$1/sqft |
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| 9/5/2015 | Listed for rent | $1,200$1/sqft |
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| 10/28/2005 | Sold | $117,000$143/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,788 +2.1% | $228,000 +18.6% |
| 2024 | $2,730 +15.3% | $192,200 |
| 2023 | $2,368 +1.3% | $192,200 +36.6% |
| 2022 | $2,338 -4.1% | $140,700 |
| 2021 | $2,438 +1.4% | $140,700 +1.5% |
| 2020 | $2,404 -3.3% | $138,600 |
| 2019 | $2,487 +8.2% | $138,600 |
| 2018 | $2,298 +0% | $138,600 |
| 2017 | $2,298 +2.2% | $138,600 +8.6% |
| 2016 | $2,248 | $127,600 |
| 2015 | $2,248 +12.5% | $127,600 +8% |
| 2014 | $1,998 | $118,100 +3.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $113,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $113,900 |
| 2009 | $1,646 +3.1% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,596 +28.7% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,240 +0.3% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,236 +2% | $91,500 |
| 2003 | $1,212 -7.2% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,306 +4.4% | $42,316 +2.3% |
| 2001 | $1,250 | $41,355 |
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Neighborhood: College Creek/Old Ames
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- 6/10Edwards Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 6/10Ames Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Ames High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
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