NOT LISTED FOR SALE

228 Hilltop Rd Ames, IA 50014

Edwards Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $234,000 - $299,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,080 Sq Ft
$238/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 20, 2025

Last sale price $252,000 $233 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,542 / mo

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • Den
  • Living Room
  • 3-minute walk to Franklin Park

About This Home

As of October 2025

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!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Traci Jennings

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

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER

Co-Listed By

Abby Jennings-Brant

RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER License #S67727

Last Buyer's Agent

Layne Maestas

Friedrich Realty License #S72601000

Range of Values:

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

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
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Utility Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

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

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

10,275 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

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
  • Levels:One: 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

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • General Information:Garage Type2: Attached

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

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 20, 2025
Closed on
Oct 16, 2025
Sold by
Sams Estates Llc
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Traci Jennings
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CENTER
Buyer's Agent
Layne Maestas
Friedrich Realty
List Price
$245,000
Sold Price
$252,000
Premium/Discount to List
$7,000
2.86%
Views
44
Current Estimated Value
$245,852

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$6,148
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.42%
Original Mortgage
$176,400
Outstanding Balance
$175,100
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$82,134

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2022
Sold by
Oboyle Janice E and Oboyle Michael W
Bought by
Sams Estates Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$166,000
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Edwards, IA

  • Kevin Holmes Real Estate Agent - Weichert, Miller & Clark

    Kevin Holmes

    Weichert, Miller & Clark

    (515) 715-4181

    50 Total Sales

    2 in Edwards

    $159,000 Price Range

    Kevin Holmes
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  • Anna Kempe Real Estate Agent - Keller Williams Ankeny Metro

    Anna Kempe

    Keller Williams Ankeny Metro

    (515) 298-8586

    67 Total Sales

    3 in Edwards

    $173K - $242K Price Range

    Anna Kempe
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  • Mike Purcell Real Estate Agent - Friedrich Realty

    Mike Purcell

    Friedrich Realty

    (515) 686-6631

    80 Total Sales

    8 in Edwards

    $164K - $650K Price Range

    Mike Purcell
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  • Roger Wheeler Real Estate Agent - CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames

    Roger Wheeler

    CENTURY 21 SIGNATURE-Ames

    (515) 461-6831

    326 Total Sales

    12 in Edwards

    $25K - $475K Price Range

    Roger Wheeler
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  • Janee Moore Real Estate Agent - Keller Williams Realty GDM

    Janee Moore

    Keller Williams Realty GDM

    (515) 400-3376

    42 Total Sales

    1 in Edwards

    $216,500 Price

    Janee Moore
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  • Brett Mount Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX Concepts-Ames

    Brett Mount

    RE/MAX Concepts-Ames

    (515) 305-3680

    50 Total Sales

    3 in Edwards

    $222K - $265K Price Range

    Brett Mount
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$252,000 None Listed On Document
Sams Estates Llc $164,500 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $176,400
Previous Owner Sams Estates Llc $166,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/20/2025 10/20/25 Sold $252,000 +2.9% $233 / Sq Ft
09/03/2025 09/03/25 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2025 08/20/25 For Sale $245,000 -- $227 / Sq Ft
Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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
2025 $2,304 $200,700 $51,400 $149,300
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

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Traci Jennings Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Traci Jennings

    RE/MAX

    (515) 291-8720

    22 in this area

    822 Total Sales

    Traci Jennings
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  • Abby Jennings-Brant Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Abby Jennings-Brant

    RE/MAX

    (515) 291-1222

    2 in this area

    63 Total Sales

    Abby Jennings-Brant
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  • LM

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Layne Maestas

    Friedrich Realty

    (515) 232-6175

    3 in this area

    21 Total Sales

    Layne Maestas
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Map

Source: Central Iowa Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 68252

APN: 09-08-225-200

Iowa Story County Ames 50014 Edwards

228 Hilltop Rd, Ames, IA

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