1206 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
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OFF MARKET

$138,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 5, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,045 sqft

1206 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,045 sqft
$133/sqft

Local Information

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

About this House

Convenient location and quiet neighborhood next to school. Nice front porch with southern exposure. 2 bedrooms and a full bath on the main level. Large open space to spread out. Finished attic space, laundry area in lower level. Fresh paint and new countertops coming soon. Great spot to call home!

Tenant pays for MidAmerican utilities and DSM Water Works. Tenant responsible for lawn care and snow removal.
1206 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,045 sqft single-family home in Highland Park. It last sold for $79,000 on Apr 16, 2019 (7,082% above the $1,100 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2025 with an asking price of $1,100 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 22, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $138,600, with a rent estimate of $1,192/month.

Home Details for 1206 E Madison Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Comparable Sales for 1206 E Madison Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
908 Jerlynn Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$153,000
10/20/25
3
1
950 sqft
3633 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.51
Single-Family Home
$75,500
07/23/26
2
1
960 sqft
1175 NE 43rd Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$145,000
11/19/25
2
1
928 sqft
1135 NE 43rd Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$155,000
02/02/26
2
1
886 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Highland Park

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,192/mo
Average rent
$1.18K
$65MoM
Available listings
12
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Neighborhood Overview

Highland Park
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What Locals Say about Highland Park

At least 43 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 9 years. It’s beautiful and peaceful and full of kids for my children to play with. Parks are close and so are stores."
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  • Trulia User
    "I would not feel safe walking my dog here at night or during the day most of the time for that matter, there is a lot of sketchy people around all the time "
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  • Jill B.
    "to many busy streets. not any dog parks or open areas to let dogs play in. also the sidewalks on main roads are too close to the streets for comfort. "
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  • Tracy
    "I lived in this neighborhood for almost my whole life is a very good neighborhood although now days neighborhoods or any neighborhood are not good to walk alone always make sure that you have someone to walk with but the neighborhood I am in is a good neighborhood and very convenient for shopping and events"
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  • Rekanovicfatima
    "It’s nice and quiet and the neighbors are friendly. There are lots is of shops as well as restaurant. Schools are near by and so is downtown "
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  • Jeff A.
    "the people that live here make it unique and exciting .. to say the least,.. There is a grocery store corner market and pet store close by."
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  • Susan W.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for five years. people are friendly. we wave at each other as we pass. groceries, drug stores, bank and restaurants are convenient."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 22, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,100
Jan 5, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,100
Apr 16, 2019
Source: DMMLS #572916
Sold
$79,000
Apr 1, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$82,000
Mar 22, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$82,000
Price decreased by 1%

Frequently asked questions about 1206 E Madison Ave

  • What is 1206 E Madison Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1206 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $138,600.
  • What is the price history for 1206 E Madison Ave?
    1206 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $79,000 in April 2019.
  • 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.
  • Does 1206 E Madison Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1206 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1206 E Madison Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1206 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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