Is Westwood, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say it's dog friendly

Does Westwood, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 93% of users say there are sidewalks

Is there wildlife in Westwood, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 93% of users say there's wildlife

Is a car needed in Westwood, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say car is needed

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

As of early 2026, 92% of users say streets are well-lit

Are yards well-kept in Westwood, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say yards are well-kept

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

As of early 2026, 87% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is parking easy in Westwood, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say parking is easy

Are neighbors friendly in Westwood, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do kids play outside in Westwood, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say kids play outside

Is Westwood, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say it's quiet

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

As of early 2026, 71% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Does Westwood, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Westwood, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are there community events in Westwood, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say there are community events

Is Westwood, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 31% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 116 56th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 116 56th St in Des Moines, IA is $301,200 .

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.

What do residents say about the Westwood neighborhood?

Residents describe the Westwood neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Westwood, Des Moines .

Does 116 56th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 116 56th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 116 56th St?

The lot at 116 56th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.27 acres (11,674 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$301,200

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,462 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

116 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312

Westwood

Est. Refi. Payment $2,022/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$301K

Since last month

$10K (-3.1%)

Since last year

$1K (-0.4%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +41% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$302K
August 2026	$301K
July 2026	$312K
June 2026	$310K
May 2026	$309K
April 2026	$307K
March 2026	$305K
February 2026	$301K
January 2026	$292K
2025
December 2025	$294K
November 2025	$295K
October 2025	$295K
September 2025	$297K
August 2025	$303K
July 2025	$311K
June 2025	$308K
May 2025	$305K
April 2025	$299K
March 2025	$294K
February 2025	$290K
January 2025	$292K
2024
December 2024	$293K
November 2024	$296K
October 2024	$306K
September 2024	$305K
August 2024	$302K
July 2024	$304K
June 2024	$309K
May 2024	$310K
April 2024	$308K
March 2024	$303K
February 2024	$298K
January 2024	$292K
2023
December 2023	$293K
November 2023	$295K
October 2023	$295K
September 2023	$295K
August 2023	$299K
July 2023	$305K
June 2023	$309K
May 2023	$308K
April 2023	$297K
March 2023	$292K
February 2023	$281K
January 2023	$277K
2022
December 2022	$279K
November 2022	$283K
October 2022	$293K
September 2022	$296K
August 2022	$295K
July 2022	$297K
June 2022	$302K
May 2022	$301K
April 2022	$288K
March 2022	$269K
February 2022	$244K
January 2022	$243K
2021
December 2021	$246K
November 2021	$250K
October 2021	$253K
September 2021	$255K
August 2021	$256K
July 2021	$264K
June 2021	$264K
May 2021	$261K
April 2021	$255K
March 2021	$250K
February 2021	$245K
January 2021	$242K
2020
December 2020	$241K
November 2020	$239K
October 2020	$239K
September 2020	$237K
August 2020	$233K
July 2020	$234K
June 2020	$233K
May 2020	$233K
April 2020	$255K
March 2020	$253K
February 2020	$250K
January 2020	$250K
2019
December 2019	$247K
November 2019	$247K
October 2019	$246K
September 2019	$247K
August 2019	$248K
July 2019	$252K
June 2019	$246K
May 2019	$250K
April 2019	$250K
March 2019	$250K
February 2019	$242K
January 2019	$235K
2018
December 2018	$232K
November 2018	$232K
October 2018	$234K
September 2018	$232K
August 2018	$233K
July 2018	$225K
June 2018	$220K
May 2018	$221K
April 2018	$223K
March 2018	$222K
February 2018	$222K
January 2018	$220K
2017
December 2017	$226K
November 2017	$225K
October 2017	$226K
September 2017	$229K
August 2017	$232K
July 2017	$227K
June 2017	$222K
May 2017	$219K
April 2017	$215K
March 2017	$207K
February 2017	$210K
January 2017	$210K
2016
December 2016	$219K
November 2016	$217K
October 2016	$216K
September 2016	$214K

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
303 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312	0.14	$412,200	5	3	2,204	Off Market
307 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312	0.15	$289,400	3	3	1,654	Off Market
311 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312	0.16	$437,700	4	3.5	1,744	Off Market
315 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312	0.17	$298,700	4	2	1,882	Off Market
321 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312	0.18	$300,200	3	2	1,541	Off Market
323 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312	0.19	$341,900	3	2	1,605	Off Market
108 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312	0.02	$300,900	4	2	1,106	Off Market
100 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312	0.03	$304,500	4	3	1,335	Off Market
30 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312	0.05	$288,400	3	2	1,335	Off Market
22 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312	0.06	$339,100	4	3	1,296	Off Market
2 SW 58th Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312	0.10	$346,600	3	25	1,366	Off Market
10 SW 58th Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312	0.10	$300,300	3	2	1,425	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 1965

0.27 acre lot

1,462 sqft

$206/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 116 56th St, Des Moines, IA. 116 56th St is in the Westwood neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50312. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,462 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.27 acres and was built in 1965.

116 56th St, Des Moines, IA 50312 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,462 sqft single-family home in Westwood, built in 1965. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $301,200, with a rent estimate of $1,885/month.

Home Details for 116 56th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$5,350	$308,200

Home facts updated by county records

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$215K

$3.57KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$0MoM

Available listings

1022

12MoM

Around this home

Hanawalt Elementary School
K-5
Public
315 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
6/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
My kid likes going to school at Hanawalt
Other Review
9y ago
2 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

Westwood

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Buy: $280k - $820k

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What Locals Say about Westwood

At least 11 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say it's dog friendly
93 % Say there are sidewalks
93 % Say there's wildlife
92 % Say car is needed
92 % Say streets are well-lit
92 % Say yards are well-kept
87 % Say people would walk alone at night
80 % Say parking is easy
76 % Say neighbors are friendly
75 % Say kids play outside
73 % Say it's quiet
71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
67 % Say there's holiday spirit
57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
38 % Say there are community events
31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Ayden J. R.
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7y ago
"There are dogs everywhere! it's an amazing little neighborhood for nice little walks with your dog. "
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Katie O.
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8y ago
"well known neiborhood for old week kept historical homes. Very mature plants and trees. This area is not uncommon for homes being passed down through generations. Homes here usually sell within a week."
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Dawne G.
12y ago
"Location, Location, Location! One block from Hanawalt Elementary and Merrill Middle School. Great established neighborhood! Hard to find houses of this size in the area. "
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Frequently asked questions about 116 56th St

What is 116 56th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 116 56th St in Des Moines, IA is $301,200.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
What do residents say about the Westwood neighborhood?
Residents describe the Westwood neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Westwood, Des Moines.
Does 116 56th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 116 56th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 116 56th St?
The lot at 116 56th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.27 acres (11,674 sq ft).