1008 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315
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OFF MARKET

$281,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,116 sqft (on 0.51 acres)

1008 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 28, 2023 for $250,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$282K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-1%)
Since last year
Increased$10K (+3.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$31K (+12.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +80% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$281K
August 2026$281K
July 2026$284K
June 2026$283K
May 2026$283K
April 2026$283K
March 2026$277K
February 2026$273K
January 2026$273K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1204 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$210,000
12/19/25
3
1.5
1,037
1232 Carrie Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$242,500
05/29/26
3
1.5
1,025
1101 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$251,000
06/17/26
3
1.5
1,782
1203 Herold Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$199,000
03/16/26
3
1.5
816
624 McKinley Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$253,000
09/16/26
3
1.5
1,426
1223 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$228,720
12/15/25
3
2
977
4020 SW 12th St, Des Moines, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$170,000
02/25/26
2
1
816
919 Titus Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$250,000
09/19/25
3
2
1,168
1222 Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$190,000
01/15/26
3
2
960
910 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$176,000
05/08/26
2
1
672

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1014 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.03
$210,000
2
1
816
Off Market
1011 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.03
$239,100
3
1
966
Off Market
1107 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.07
$219,800
3
1
1,025
Off Market
1018 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.08
$75,000
2
1
625
Recently Sold
914 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.07
$282,600
3
1
2,041
Off Market
1112 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.11
$198,700
2
1
864
For Sale
1005 Carrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.11
$276,500
3
2
1,120
Off Market
1204 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.13
$210,000
3
1.5
1,037
Recently Sold
1101 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.11
$251,000
3
1.5
1,782
Recently Sold
1003 Carrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.11
$138,300
2
1
580
Off Market
1205 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.13
$105,900
2
1
527
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1965
0.51 acre lot
1,116 sqft
$252/sqft
Garage

About this House

A RARE find! 4 level split level home situated on .50 acre lot with a 2 car tandem (4 car) garage with loads of updates. The entire home has been updated with LVP flooring. Functional main level with generously sized living area & a spacious kitchen with updated cabinetry, new quartz counters, tile backsplash and includes all the appliances. Convenient eat in dining space adjoins the kitchen enabling larger dinner gatherings. Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms & a full bath with double access from the master bedroom. The lower level offers a huge 2nd family room, bedroom or office space, a ½ bath and walk out door to back yard. The additional lower level offers plenty of storage and a ”workshop” space. Spend some quiet time out back on the large deck or tinker around in the oversized garage space. Nice parking pad off to the side of garage is great for a boat or camper. Store all your yard supplies in the 12x14 storage shed. Exterior of home recently painted with new guttering AND the new HVAC system (2022) and windows (2022/2023) make this home a slam dunk! See it today before its gone!
1008 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,116 sqft single-family home in Watrous South, built in 1965. It last sold for the $250,000 asking price on Sep 28, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $281,500, with a rent estimate of $1,494/month.
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listed by Jennifer Silverthorn, (515) 314-7624
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with: Bob Craven, (515) 554-2987, RE/MAX Partners Realty
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#680353

Home Details for 1008 Elder Ln

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Daylight,Finished,Partially Finished,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1116 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, WasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Multi/Split
Security
Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, DeckOther Structures: StorageExterior: Deck, StorageFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 4Number of Covered Spaces: 4Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Detached,Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 600 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Split Level
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 12000052000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $250,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Aug 18 2023

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1116 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.51 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 680353Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 314-7624Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-12000052000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 28, 2023
Source: DMMLS #680353
Sold
$250,000
Aug 18, 2023
Source: DMMLS #680353
Pending
$250,000
Aug 17, 2023
Source: DMMLS #680353
Listed For Sale
$250,000
Jun 8, 2020
Source: DMMLS #604256
Sold
$175,500
May 18, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$178,500

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$214K
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$192
$1MoM
Available listings
1060
36MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Watrous South
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What Locals Say about Watrous South

At least 23 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 84 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 68 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 45 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say there's wildlife

  • 20 % Say there are community events

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    "Golf is pretty big at the Wakanda Club nearby, Greys Lake is also just a nice area but not too many big events happen here"
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    "I love the good people! Great places to eat. Nice, friendly people that treat you with respect. Great schools - Jefferson Elementary, Brody Middle School, Lincoln High School. Love it here!"
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Frequently asked questions about 1008 Elder Ln

  • What is 1008 Elder Ln estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1008 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is $281,500.
  • What is the price history for 1008 Elder Ln?
    1008 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA last sold for $250,000 in September 2023.
  • Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
    Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
    The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
  • Does 1008 Elder Ln have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1008 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1008 Elder Ln have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1008 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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