SOLD DEC 10, 2025

Off Market Dec 2025 for $214K

$280,436

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,440/mo

•

1,481

sq ft

303 Hilltop Rd, Ames, IA 50014

About this home

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.

Single-familyProperty Type

1957Year Built

9,023 sq ftLot Size

$189Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Sara cia.rets.ssamms • United Real Estate Professionals

Bought with Sara cia.rets.ssamms • United Real Estate Professionals

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•Source:CIBOR #68824

Redfin Estimate

$280,436

$66K since sold in December 2025$8,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 17.5% higher than the average sale price ($239K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 20, 2025
$252,000
A
4 beds2 baths1,480 sq ft
228 Hilltop Rd, Ames, IA 50014
SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$216,500
B
4 beds1 bath1,533 sq ft
209 N Wilmoth Ave, Ames, IA 50014
SOLD DEC 30, 2025
$220,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,287 sq ft
3315 Tripp St, Ames, IA 50014
SOLD MAY 4, 2026
$280,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,616 sq ft
3610 Story St, Ames, IA 50014
SOLD NOV 7, 2025
$225,000
E
3 beds1 bath1,340 sq ft
3017 Lincoln Way, Ames, IA 50014

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$2,736/mo

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Market trends in 50014, IA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$345K

$8K MoM

Avg. days on market

16d

3 days MoM

Recently sold homes

106

2 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 16 HRS AGO
$429,000
4 beds3.5 baths1,692 sq ft
3005 Whitetail Ln, Ames, IA 50014
$316,000
3 beds3.5 baths1,240 sq ft
4205 Westbrook Dr, Ames, IA 50014
$554,900
3 beds3 baths2,579 sq ft
2935 Green Hills Dr, Ames, IA 50014
3D WALKTHROUGH
$399,000
5 beds3.5 baths2,006 sq ft
4532 Clemens Blvd, Ames, IA 50014
$259,900
4 beds2 baths1,424 sq ft
4010 Toronto St, Ames, IA 50014
$400,000
4 beds2 baths1,646 sq ft
2227 Storm St, Ames, IA 50014
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Sale history for 303 Hilltop Rd

Date

Event

Price

CIBOR #68824

Dec 10, 2025

Sold

$214,000

$144/sq ft

Nov 4, 2025

Pending

—

Oct 29, 2025

Listed

$224,900

$152/sq ft

CIBOR #48246

Nov 17, 2017

Sold

$160,000

$108/sq ft

Sep 28, 2017

Listed

$160,000

$108/sq ft

+19

Charming, well cared for home in move in condition!Perfect opportunity for a 1st time home buyer or investor. Hardwood floors throughout main floor bedrooms and living room. Updated kitchen and full bath on main. Lower level has 2 egress code bedrooms, very nice 3/4 bath and spacious family room. Immaculate laundry room with ample storage. Beautiful yard with mature trees and attached garage. Close proximity to ISU Campus and hwy 30 access. Current Letter of Compliance. Radon Mitigation System in place.

DMMLS #548736

Nov 17, 2017

Sold

$160,000

$108/sq ft

Sep 28, 2017

Listed

$160,000

$108/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 28, 2005

Sold

$117,000

$79/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,788 (+2.1%)

$45,100 + $182,900

$228,000

2024

$2,730 (+15.3%)

$45,100 + $182,900

$228,000

2023

$2,368 (+1.3%)

$35,200 + $157,000

$192,200

2022

$2,338 (−4.1%)

$35,200 + $105,500

$140,700

2021

$2,438 (+1.4%)

$35,200 + $105,500

$140,700

2020

$2,404 (−3.3%)

$34,700 + $103,900

$138,600

2019

$2,486 (+2.7%)

$34,700 + $103,900

$138,600

2018

$2,420 (+5.3%)

$34,700 + $103,900

$138,600

2017

$2,298 (+2.2%)

$34,700 + $103,900

$138,600

2016

$2,248 (+12.5%)

$34,700 + $103,900

$138,600

2014

$1,998

$32,400 + $85,700

$118,100

Tax history for 303 Hilltop Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,788 (+2.1%)

$45,100 + $182,900

$228,000

2024

$2,730 (+15.3%)

$45,100 + $182,900

$228,000

2023

$2,368 (+1.3%)

$35,200 + $157,000

$192,200

2022

$2,338 (−4.1%)

$35,200 + $105,500

$140,700

2021

$2,438 (+1.4%)

$35,200 + $105,500

$140,700

2020

$2,404 (−3.3%)

$34,700 + $103,900

$138,600

2019

$2,486 (+2.7%)

$34,700 + $103,900

$138,600

2018

$2,420 (+5.3%)

$34,700 + $103,900

$138,600

2017

$2,298 (+2.2%)

$34,700 + $103,900

$138,600

2016

$2,248 (+12.5%)

$34,700 + $103,900

$138,600

2014

$1,998

$32,400 + $85,700

$118,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

9,023 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1957

Sq. Ft.

1,481

Year built

1957

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Story County

APN

0908275150

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.

Residential Low Density Zone

This zone is intended to accommodate primarily single-family dwellings, while accommodating certain existing two-family dwellings and other uses customarily found in low-density residential areas.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate

Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 11
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full, Sump Pump

Exterior

Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 816.0
Above Grade Finished Area: 816
Below Grade Finished Area: 665
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Block

Property Features
Green Indoor Air Quality: Contaminant Control

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size : 9023.0
Lot Size Area: 9,023
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Zoning: RL

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

Schools Information
High School District: Ames

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,481
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,023 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 1957
County: Story County
APN: 0908275150

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

Around this home

Schools

Edwards Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi

6/10

Ames Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

1/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years

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Ames, IA • 50014

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Estimated sale price

$267,000 – $323,000

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Home values near 303 Hilltop Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
311 Hilltop Road, Ames, IA 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1272 Sq. Ft.	$188,432
317 Hilltop Road, Ames, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1459 Sq. Ft.	$251,709

Address	Redfin Estimate
227 Hilltop Road, Ames, IA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 768 Sq. Ft.	$210,988
234 Hilltop Road, Ames, IA 6 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3323 Sq. Ft.	$277,533

Address	Redfin Estimate
307 Hilltop Road, Ames, IA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1920 Sq. Ft.	$238,603
321 Hilltop Road, Ames, IA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1939 Sq. Ft.	$286,075

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