$245,000

Estimated payment $1,523/month

Total Views 1,130
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,080 Sq Ft
$227 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Den
  • Ames High School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • 3-minute walk to Franklin Park

About This Home

Welcome to 228 Hilltop Rd. in Ames, a remodeled ranch home tucked away on a quiet street with brand-new exterior siding and paint. The main level offers 1,080 square feet with three generous bedrooms, a full bathroom, updated kitchen overlooking the large 0.24-acre backyard, and a flexible den space that can serve as a dining room, second living area, or home office. Recent updates include luxury vinyl plank flooring and modern fixtures, giving the home a fresh, move-in-ready feel. The lower level adds a fourth bedroom with egress, along with another 3/4 bath, space for a rec room, workout area, or office. An attached one-car garage, storage shed, and convenient access to shopping, restaurants, and Iowa State University make this property an excellent choice for first-time buyers or investors seeking student housing potential. Schedule your showing before it is gone!

Listing Agent

Traci Jennings

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER License #S39814 Listed on: 08/20/2025

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER

Co-Listing Agent

Abby Jennings

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER License #S67727

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,256

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 10,275 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,080 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Utility Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Outdoor Features

  • Storage Shed

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 09-08-225-200

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,256

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.24
  • Road Frontage Type: Maintained
  • Co List Office Mls Id: REMAX
  • Directions: Use gps please
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1080.0
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Sewer:Public: Yes
  • Water:Public2: Yes
  • Appliances Refrigerators: Yes
  • Cooling:Central Air: Yes
  • Water Heater:Gas: Yes
  • Features:Sump Pump2: Yes
  • Appliances Dryer: Yes
  • Washers: Yes
  • Exterior:Vinyl: Yes
  • Features:Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Terrain:Level: Yes
  • Features:Storage Shed4: Yes
  • Floor:Luxury Vinyl: Yes
  • Foundation:Concrete Block: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Full, Sump Pump
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 400.0
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Basement:Full2: Yes
  • Appliances Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Range: Yes
  • Features:Main Floor Bedroom: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)

Garage/Parking

  • General Information:Garage Type2: Attached
  • General Information:Garage Capacity: 1 Car

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Association/Amenities

  • General Information:Homeowners Association (HOA): No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Ames

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10275.0
  • Parcel #: 09-08-225-200
  • Zoning: res

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,256 $158,800 $34,000 $124,800
2023 $2,290 $158,800 $34,000 $124,800
2022 $2,262 $136,100 $34,000 $102,100
2021 $2,360 $136,100 $34,000 $102,100
2020 $2,326 $134,100 $33,500 $100,600
2019 $2,326 $134,100 $33,500 $100,600
2018 $2,342 $134,100 $33,500 $100,600
2017 $2,342 $134,100 $33,500 $100,600
2016 $2,058 $116,900 $38,200 $78,700
2015 $2,058 $116,900 $38,200 $78,700
2014 $1,944 $108,200 $35,400 $72,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/20/2025 08/20/25 For Sale $245,000 -- $227 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $166,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 68252

APN: 09-08-225-200