Are yards well-kept in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say parking is easy

Would people walk alone at night in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are the streets well-lit in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say streets are well-lit

Is a car needed in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 68% of users say car is needed

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Does Watrous South, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Do kids play outside in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say kids play outside

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say it's quiet

Does Watrous South, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there are sidewalks

Do residents of Watrous South, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say there are community events

What is 1010 Elder Ln estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1010 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is $128,900 .

What is the price history for 1010 Elder Ln?

1010 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA last sold for $37,000 in April 2013.

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 1010 Elder Ln have air conditioning?

Yes, 1010 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1010 Elder Ln?

The lot at 1010 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is about 0.26 acres (11,194 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$128,900

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,148 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

1010 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 22, 2013 for $37,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$129K

Since last month

$6K (-4.5%)

Since last year

$5K (+4.4%)

Since last sale

$86K (+231.6%)

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 +29% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$123K
August 2026	$128K
July 2026	$129K
June 2026	$132K
May 2026	$129K
April 2026	$127K
March 2026	$124K
February 2026	$112K
January 2026	$122K
2025
December 2025	$114K
November 2025	$115K
October 2025	$112K
September 2025	$116K
August 2025	$118K
July 2025	$119K
June 2025	$120K
May 2025	$121K
April 2025	$120K
March 2025	$117K
February 2025	$117K
January 2025	$117K
2024
December 2024	$120K
November 2024	$119K
October 2024	$129K
September 2024	$129K
August 2024	$135K
July 2024	$136K
June 2024	$136K
May 2024	$137K
April 2024	$130K
March 2024	$126K
February 2024	$119K
January 2024	$120K
2023
December 2023	$122K
November 2023	$125K
October 2023	$124K
September 2023	$123K
August 2023	$121K
July 2023	$126K
June 2023	$124K
May 2023	$123K
April 2023	$117K
March 2023	$112K
February 2023	$107K
January 2023	$113K
2022
December 2022	$113K
November 2022	$116K
October 2022	$125K
September 2022	$125K
August 2022	$125K
July 2022	$127K
June 2022	$131K
May 2022	$129K
April 2022	$123K
March 2022	$119K
February 2022	$115K
January 2022	$115K
2021
December 2021	$117K
November 2021	$119K
October 2021	$120K
September 2021	$123K
August 2021	$124K
July 2021	$126K
June 2021	$129K
May 2021	$135K
April 2021	$131K
March 2021	$121K
February 2021	$114K
January 2021	$111K
2020
December 2020	$110K
November 2020	$113K
October 2020	$117K
September 2020	$118K
August 2020	$112K
July 2020	$111K
June 2020	$108K
May 2020	$109K
April 2020	$119K
March 2020	$121K
February 2020	$117K
January 2020	$114K
2019
December 2019	$116K
November 2019	$115K
October 2019	$117K
September 2019	$119K
August 2019	$108K
July 2019	$113K
June 2019	$113K
May 2019	$115K
April 2019	$122K
March 2019	$116K
February 2019	$118K
January 2019	$115K
2018
December 2018	$113K
November 2018	$118K
October 2018	$119K
September 2018	$118K
August 2018	$115K
July 2018	$116K
June 2018	$113K
May 2018	$109K
April 2018	$106K
March 2018	$99K
February 2018	$96K
January 2018	$96K
2017
December 2017	$98K
November 2017	$90K
October 2017	$86K
September 2017	$84K
August 2017	$86K
July 2017	$98K
June 2017	$99K
May 2017	$101K
April 2017	$95K
March 2017	$91K
February 2017	$95K
January 2017	$94K
2016
December 2016	$97K
November 2016	$97K
October 2016	$95K
September 2016	$95K

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
1125 Wolcott Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.43	Single-Family Home	$90,000	01/06/26	2	1	1,201

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
1014 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$210,000	2	1	816	Off Market
1015 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$208,200	2	1	896	Off Market
1011 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$239,100	3	1	966	Off Market
1009 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$164,300	3	1	967	Off Market
1008 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$281,500	4	1.5	1,116	Off Market
1007 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$167,700	3	1	980	Off Market
1103 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$168,500	2	3	1,450	Off Market
1106 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$181,100	3	1	985	Off Market
1104 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$210,600	4	2	875	Off Market
1105 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$232,100	4	1	1,474	Off Market
1128 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$254,200	3	2	1,232	Off Market
1125 Lewis Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.08	$95,500	1	1	660	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1890

0.26 acre lot

1,148 sqft

$112/sqft

Garage

About this House

Investment property. Priced way under assessed value.

1010 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,148 sqft single-family home in Watrous South, built in 1890. It last sold for $37,000 on Apr 22, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $128,900, with a rent estimate of $1,410/month.

Home Details for 1010 Elder Ln

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Metal
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1890Year Updated: 1899
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 22, 2013 Source: N/A	Sold	$37,000
Jun 23, 2010 Source: N/A	Sold	$37,000
Apr 7, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$32,900
Aug 6, 2004 Source: N/A	Sold	$3,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,980	$122,500

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

Park Ave Elementary School
K-5
Public
355 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Teachers greet students with a smile and a hug! The staff is dedicated and kind. I recommend this school to everyone!
Teacher Review
3y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

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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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Frequently asked questions about 1010 Elder Ln

What is 1010 Elder Ln estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1010 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is $128,900.
What is the price history for 1010 Elder Ln?
1010 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA last sold for $37,000 in April 2013.
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 1010 Elder Ln have air conditioning?
Yes, 1010 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1010 Elder Ln?
The lot at 1010 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is about 0.26 acres (11,194 sq ft).