Is Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say it's dog friendly

Are yards well-kept in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is parking easy in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say car is needed

Does Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say kids play outside

Is there wildlife in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say there's wildlife

Would people walk alone at night in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do residents of Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are the streets well-lit in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 39% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 37% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 25% of users say there are community events

What is 101 E Creston Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 101 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA is $227,100 .

What is the price history for 101 E Creston Ave?

101 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $146,250 in April 2019.

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 101 E Creston Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 101 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 101 E Creston Ave?

The lot at 101 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.56 acres (24,611 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$227,100

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,564 sqft (on 0.56 acres)

101 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills

Est. Refi. Payment $1,582/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 23, 2019 for $146,250

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$227K

Since last month

$800 (-0.4%)

Since last year

$4K (+2%)

Since last sale

$80K (+55%)

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 +78% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$227K
August 2026	$228K
July 2026	$230K
June 2026	$228K
May 2026	$231K
April 2026	$232K
March 2026	$228K
February 2026	$224K
January 2026	$222K
2025
December 2025	$223K
November 2025	$225K
October 2025	$229K
September 2025	$222K
August 2025	$224K
July 2025	$227K
June 2025	$230K
May 2025	$232K
April 2025	$229K
March 2025	$227K
February 2025	$222K
January 2025	$221K
2024
December 2024	$224K
November 2024	$229K
October 2024	$233K
September 2024	$233K
August 2024	$230K
July 2024	$233K
June 2024	$233K
May 2024	$235K
April 2024	$232K
March 2024	$230K
February 2024	$226K
January 2024	$224K
2023
December 2023	$222K
November 2023	$223K
October 2023	$224K
September 2023	$225K
August 2023	$225K
July 2023	$226K
June 2023	$223K
May 2023	$224K
April 2023	$218K
March 2023	$213K
February 2023	$207K
January 2023	$206K
2022
December 2022	$207K
November 2022	$209K
October 2022	$212K
September 2022	$214K
August 2022	$212K
July 2022	$213K
June 2022	$215K
May 2022	$213K
April 2022	$207K
March 2022	$201K
February 2022	$195K
January 2022	$193K
2021
December 2021	$194K
November 2021	$194K
October 2021	$194K
September 2021	$194K
August 2021	$196K
July 2021	$194K
June 2021	$185K
May 2021	$169K
April 2021	$166K
March 2021	$164K
February 2021	$162K
January 2021	$157K
2020
December 2020	$155K
November 2020	$156K
October 2020	$155K
September 2020	$154K
August 2020	$153K
July 2020	$154K
June 2020	$153K
May 2020	$151K
April 2020	$150K
March 2020	$149K
February 2020	$148K
January 2020	$149K
2019
December 2019	$149K
November 2019	$148K
October 2019	$147K
September 2019	$147K
August 2019	$148K
July 2019	$147K
June 2019	$148K
May 2019	$147K
April 2019	$147K
March 2019	$148K
February 2019	$152K
January 2019	$156K
2018
December 2018	$144K
November 2018	$146K
October 2018	$145K
September 2018	$147K
August 2018	$146K
July 2018	$143K
June 2018	$144K
May 2018	$144K
April 2018	$142K
March 2018	$138K
February 2018	$139K
January 2018	$139K
2017
December 2017	$141K
November 2017	$139K
October 2017	$139K
September 2017	$138K
August 2017	$136K
July 2017	$134K
June 2017	$133K
May 2017	$132K
April 2017	$131K
March 2017	$130K
February 2017	$129K
January 2017	$129K
2016
December 2016	$129K
November 2016	$128K
October 2016	$128K
September 2016	$127K

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
34 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.33	Single-Family Home	$150,000	12/15/25	3	1	1,020

Home facts updated by county records

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
107 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$179,200	2	1	1,228	Off Market
113 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$182,900	2	2	1,200	Off Market
119 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$232,900	3	2	1,102	Off Market
125 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$205,200	4	1	1,694	Off Market
131 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.07	$142,300	2	1	986	Off Market
126 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.09	$191,300	3	1.5	1,126	Off Market
27 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$174,300	2	1	944	Off Market
4 E Broad St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.11	$196,400	3	1	1,008	Off Market
2 E Broad St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.12	$216,800	3	2	1,700	Off Market
2803 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.13	$161,700	2	1	912	Off Market
2811 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.13	$196,400	4	1	1,102	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 101 E Creston Ave.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1959

0.56 acre lot

1,564 sqft

$145/sqft

About this House

Beautiful house located on a quiet street on the southside. This house has been completely updated including new roof, new flooring throughout the house and original hardwood flooring in the dining area as well as two of the bedrooms. With over 1550 sq feet, this house has a nice amount of space no matter which room you're in! A non conforming bedroom was added in the basement. You'll love the updated kitchen and bathroom which had many improvements done. As you step away from the large bedroom you'll find the three seasons porch that over looks the yard and woods where you can relax with the tranquil scenery.

101 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,564 sqft single-family home in Indianola Hills, built in 1959. It last sold for $146,250 on Apr 23, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $227,100, with a rent estimate of $1,742/month.

Home Details for 101 E Creston Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood, Laminate

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1959Year Updated: 1966
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.56 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 23, 2019 Source: DMMLS #574671	Sold	$146,250
Mar 10, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$149,900
Mar 8, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$149,900 Price decreased by 2%
Feb 20, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$152,900 Price decreased by 1%
Feb 7, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$154,900 Price decreased by 3%
Jan 4, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$159,900
Oct 15, 2001 Source: N/A	Sold	$54,500
Mar 24, 1997 Source: N/A	Sold	$47,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,200	$237,200

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$214K

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$192

$1MoM

Available listings

1060

36MoM

Around this home

Howe Elementary School
K-5
Public
272 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
I hate this school and i wish i could move to a better school district quicker
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7y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Indianola Hills

At least 19 Trulia users voted on each feature.

88 % Say it's dog friendly
84 % Say yards are well-kept
76 % Say there's holiday spirit
73 % Say parking is easy
67 % Say car is needed
65 % Say there are sidewalks
64 % Say kids play outside
62 % Say there's wildlife
59 % Say people would walk alone at night
46 % Say neighbors are friendly
45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
44 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
39 % Say streets are well-lit
37 % Say it's quiet
25 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Monica Xlo
Visitor
10mo ago
"Nice neighborhood, lots of dog walkers in my area. Close to dog parks as well Quiet at night and during the day. "
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Cicily Hook
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2y ago
"There are lots of dogs in the neighborhood. Therefore means there is barking. Don’t move to a dog friendly neighborhood if you don’t like that. Also loose dogs from time to time. Not a huge problem. "
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Lacey N.
Prev. Resident
6y ago
"I lived in the neighborhood for 6 years and I loved it! People are always willing to help and very friendly "
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Samuel Solano
Resident
7y ago
"Nice, safe, part of the south side. Good restaurants with easy access to downtown! Most neighborhoods are really quiet."
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Bacon
Resident
7y ago
"Cheap neighborhood with a lot of issues. It is not the greatest neighborhood, but you can tell most of the people here do not care about its deteriorating value and culture. Cannot wait to move out of here next month."
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markdavis65
12y ago
"Nice family area of Des Moines. Right off South Union, so easy access to downtown for work and nightlife. "
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Frequently asked questions about 101 E Creston Ave

What is 101 E Creston Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 101 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA is $227,100.
What is the price history for 101 E Creston Ave?
101 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $146,250 in April 2019.
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 101 E Creston Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 101 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 101 E Creston Ave?
The lot at 101 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.56 acres (24,611 sq ft).