This charming mid-century ranch in West Ames has so much to offer! Tucked away on a quiet street lined with mature trees, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath home features original hardwood floors throughout the entry, living room, hallway, and both main-floor bedrooms. The main level includes a cozy family/dining area with a gas fireplace and an abundance of windows that flood the space with natural light while showcasing serene backyard views. The lower level adds versatility with two non-conforming bedrooms—ideal for a home office, creative space, or guest room. Need a workshop? You'll find that here, too. Just minutes from shopping, local coffee spots, Iowa State University, and conveniently located on the CyRide route. This home is being sold as-is—a wonderful opportunity to make it your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
8,190 sq ftLot Size
$231Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Breta Stewart• Century 21 Signature Real Esta
Listed by Tamara Hicks• Century 21 Signature Real Esta
Contact: (360) 920-3640
Bought with Breta Stewart• Century 21 Signature Real Esta
This charming mid-century ranch in West Ames has so much to offer! Tucked away on a quiet street lined with mature trees, this 2-bedroom, 2-bath home features original hardwood floors throughout the entry, living room, hallway, and both main-floor bedrooms. The main level includes a cozy family/dining area with a gas fireplace and an abundance of windows that flood the space with natural light while showcasing serene backyard views. The lower level adds versatility with two non-conforming bedrooms—ideal for a home office, creative space, or guest room. Need a workshop? You'll find that here, too. Just minutes from shopping, local coffee spots, Iowa State University, and conveniently located on the CyRide route. This home is being sold as-is—a wonderful opportunity to make it your own!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,916 (−1.1%)
$41,000 + $212,300
$253,300
2024
$2,948 (+13.9%)
$41,000 + $212,300
$253,300
2023
$2,588 (+1.3%)
$40,700 + $184,300
$225,000
2022
$2,554 (−4.3%)
$40,700 + $122,000
$162,700
2021
$2,668 (+1.5%)
$40,700 + $122,000
$162,700
2020
$2,628 (−3.5%)
$40,100 + $120,200
$160,300
2019
$2,724 (+2.9%)
$40,100 + $120,200
$160,300
2018
$2,648 (+17.0%)
$40,100 + $120,200
$160,300
2017
$2,264 (+2.4%)
$40,100 + $120,200
$160,300
2016
$2,210 (+13.6%)
$40,100 + $120,200
$160,300
2014
$1,946
$31,900 + $92,300
$124,200
Tax history for 404 Hilltop Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,916 (−1.1%)
$41,000 + $212,300
$253,300
2024
$2,948 (+13.9%)
$41,000 + $212,300
$253,300
2023
$2,588 (+1.3%)
$40,700 + $184,300
$225,000
2022
$2,554 (−4.3%)
$40,700 + $122,000
$162,700
2021
$2,668 (+1.5%)
$40,700 + $122,000
$162,700
2020
$2,628 (−3.5%)
$40,100 + $120,200
$160,300
2019
$2,724 (+2.9%)
$40,100 + $120,200
$160,300
2018
$2,648 (+17.0%)
$40,100 + $120,200
$160,300
2017
$2,264 (+2.4%)
$40,100 + $120,200
$160,300
2016
$2,210 (+13.6%)
$40,100 + $120,200
$160,300
2014
$1,946
$31,900 + $92,300
$124,200
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,190 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1954
Sq. Ft.
1,536
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Story County
APN
0908276210
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
RL
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.