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 1200 Elder Ln estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1200 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is $284,300 .

What is the price history for 1200 Elder Ln?

1200 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA last sold for $170,000 in August 2016.

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 1200 Elder Ln have air conditioning?

Yes, 1200 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1200 Elder Ln?

The lot at 1200 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is about 0.34 acres (14,985 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$284,300

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,720 sqft (on 0.34 acres)

1200 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 24, 2016 for $170,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$284K

Since last month

$8K (-2.7%)

Since last year

$5K (+1.6%)

Since last sale

$113K (+66.7%)

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 +66% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$283K
August 2026	$285K
July 2026	$291K
June 2026	$289K
May 2026	$289K
April 2026	$289K
March 2026	$283K
February 2026	$277K
January 2026	$278K
2025
December 2025	$275K
November 2025	$279K
October 2025	$280K
September 2025	$276K
August 2025	$279K
July 2025	$282K
June 2025	$284K
May 2025	$282K
April 2025	$280K
March 2025	$275K
February 2025	$275K
January 2025	$274K
2024
December 2024	$276K
November 2024	$280K
October 2024	$276K
September 2024	$276K
August 2024	$276K
July 2024	$276K
June 2024	$277K
May 2024	$277K
April 2024	$273K
March 2024	$269K
February 2024	$265K
January 2024	$264K
2023
December 2023	$262K
November 2023	$263K
October 2023	$266K
September 2023	$266K
August 2023	$269K
July 2023	$270K
June 2023	$271K
May 2023	$263K
April 2023	$255K
March 2023	$250K
February 2023	$242K
January 2023	$241K
2022
December 2022	$243K
November 2022	$246K
October 2022	$253K
September 2022	$255K
August 2022	$253K
July 2022	$255K
June 2022	$256K
May 2022	$255K
April 2022	$246K
March 2022	$242K
February 2022	$235K
January 2022	$232K
2021
December 2021	$234K
November 2021	$234K
October 2021	$235K
September 2021	$233K
August 2021	$234K
July 2021	$232K
June 2021	$223K
May 2021	$207K
April 2021	$200K
March 2021	$195K
February 2021	$192K
January 2021	$194K
2020
December 2020	$195K
November 2020	$192K
October 2020	$194K
September 2020	$189K
August 2020	$180K
July 2020	$178K
June 2020	$178K
May 2020	$178K
April 2020	$184K
March 2020	$185K
February 2020	$182K
January 2020	$181K
2019
December 2019	$180K
November 2019	$179K
October 2019	$183K
September 2019	$189K
August 2019	$193K
July 2019	$194K
June 2019	$196K
May 2019	$193K
April 2019	$193K
March 2019	$193K
February 2019	$193K
January 2019	$190K
2018
December 2018	$190K
November 2018	$189K
October 2018	$190K
September 2018	$189K
August 2018	$189K
July 2018	$189K
June 2018	$188K
May 2018	$188K
April 2018	$187K
March 2018	$185K
February 2018	$184K
January 2018	$182K
2017
December 2017	$184K
November 2017	$181K
October 2017	$180K
September 2017	$181K
August 2017	$180K
July 2017	$178K
June 2017	$176K
May 2017	$177K
April 2017	$176K
March 2017	$175K
February 2017	$174K
January 2017	$173K
2016
December 2016	$173K
November 2016	$172K
October 2016	$171K
September 2016	$170K

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
1223 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.14	Single-Family Home	$228,720	12/15/25	3	2	977
1323 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.24	Single-Family Home	$172,550	12/09/25	4	3	2,121

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
1204 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$210,000	3	1.5	1,037	Recently Sold
1206 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$233,800	3	2	1,167	Off Market
1212 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$195,400	3	1	912	Off Market
1216 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$200,900	3	1	912	Off Market
1220 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.08	$224,300	3	1	980	Off Market
1224 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.09	$191,100	3	1	980	Off Market
1344 Spring St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.57	$252,000	4	2	1,900	Off Market
1340 Spring St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.57	$229,400	2	2	1,718	Off Market
1334 Spring St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.57	$205,800	3	1	930	Off Market
1328 Spring St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.56	$225,500	3	2	1,048	Off Market
5207 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.39	$245,200	2	1	704	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1956

0.34 acre lot

1,720 sqft

$165/sqft

Garage

About this House

Don't miss out on this spacious 1.5 story walk-out home that offers plenty of living space and 5 bedrooms! This home sits on a quite 1/3 acre tree-lined lot. Offering two- 2 car garages+carport this home is perfect for someone looking for a workshop area. The large living room leads to an updated kitchen with tile flooring. Main level features two bedrooms, full bath, and a great room area that's perfect for your family. The second level offers 2 additional bedrooms and half bath.The lower-level is finished with a family room and non-conforming bedroom, a split 3/4 bath, and 3 season room. The LL could be used as a separate living space for a teenager or mother-in-law. Come check it out before it's gone!

1200 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,720 sqft single-family home in Watrous South, built in 1956. It last sold for $170,000 on Aug 24, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $284,300, with a rent estimate of $1,775/month.

Home Details for 1200 Elder Ln

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 7
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: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.34 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 24, 2016 Source: DMMLS #519194	Sold	$170,000
Jun 7, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$165,000
Jun 4, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$165,000
May 16, 2011 Source: N/A	Sold	$137,000
Mar 12, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$145,000 Price decreased by 3%
Sep 12, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$149,900

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,290	$262,500

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

Wright Elementary School
K-5
Public
255 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
3/10
GreatSchools Rating
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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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Frequently asked questions about 1200 Elder Ln

What is 1200 Elder Ln estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1200 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is $284,300.
What is the price history for 1200 Elder Ln?
1200 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA last sold for $170,000 in August 2016.
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 1200 Elder Ln have air conditioning?
Yes, 1200 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1200 Elder Ln?
The lot at 1200 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is about 0.34 acres (14,985 sq ft).