Are yards well-kept in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

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

Is M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say it's dog friendly

Does M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say there are sidewalks

Is M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is parking easy in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say parking is easy

Does M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say there's holiday spirit

Do residents of M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Do kids play outside in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say kids play outside

Is there wildlife in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there's wildlife

Is M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

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

Are the streets well-lit in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say streets are well-lit

Is M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say there are community events

Would people walk alone at night in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 29% of users say neighbors are friendly

What is 1209 E 16th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1209 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is $287,000 .

What is the price history for 1209 E 16th St?

1209 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $268,000 in November 2022.

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 1209 E 16th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1209 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1209 E 16th St?

The lot at 1209 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,665 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$287,000

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,222 sqft

1209 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

M.L. King Jr. Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,916/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 3, 2022 for $268,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$287K

Since last month

$6K (-2%)

Since last year

$7K (-2.4%)

Since last sale

$18K (+6.8%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +215% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$286K
July 2026	$292K
June 2026	$290K
May 2026	$294K
April 2026	$292K
March 2026	$293K
February 2026	$288K
January 2026	$285K
2025
December 2025	$286K
November 2025	$285K
October 2025	$290K
September 2025	$295K
August 2025	$293K
July 2025	$293K
June 2025	$294K
May 2025	$292K
April 2025	$291K
March 2025	$290K
February 2025	$287K
January 2025	$288K
2024
December 2024	$290K
November 2024	$289K
October 2024	$286K
September 2024	$289K
August 2024	$282K
July 2024	$284K
June 2024	$289K
May 2024	$294K
April 2024	$293K
March 2024	$294K
February 2024	$291K
January 2024	$288K
2023
December 2023	$282K
November 2023	$282K
October 2023	$279K
September 2023	$278K
August 2023	$276K
July 2023	$278K
June 2023	$278K
May 2023	$279K
April 2023	$277K
March 2023	$275K
February 2023	$273K
January 2023	$269K
2022
December 2022	$270K
November 2022	$269K
October 2022	$280K
September 2022	$272K
August 2022	$219K
July 2022	$225K
June 2022	$232K
May 2022	$225K
April 2022	$208K
March 2022	$194K
February 2022	$182K
January 2022	$183K
2021
December 2021	$181K
November 2021	$182K
October 2021	$182K
September 2021	$176K
August 2021	$171K
July 2021	$150K
May 2021	$180K
April 2021	$176K
March 2021	$174K
February 2021	$175K
January 2021	$177K
2020
December 2020	$180K
November 2020	$183K
October 2020	$186K
September 2020	$185K
August 2020	$185K
July 2020	$184K
June 2020	$181K
May 2020	$180K
April 2020	$168K
March 2020	$170K
February 2020	$171K
January 2020	$172K
2019
December 2019	$175K
November 2019	$177K
October 2019	$182K
September 2019	$182K
August 2019	$179K
July 2019	$181K
June 2019	$179K
May 2019	$178K
April 2019	$173K
March 2019	$150K
February 2019	$143K
January 2019	$137K
2018
December 2018	$135K
November 2018	$123K
October 2018	$117K
September 2018	$114K
August 2018	$116K
July 2018	$112K
June 2018	$102K
May 2018	$96K
April 2018	$87K
March 2018	$91K
February 2018	$88K
January 2018	$93K
2017
December 2017	$100K
November 2017	$99K
October 2017	$93K
September 2017	$94K
August 2017	$88K
July 2017	$78K
June 2017	$78K
May 2017	$76K
April 2017	$79K
March 2017	$82K
February 2017	$74K
January 2017	$67K
2016
December 2016	$90K
November 2016	$83K
October 2016	$95K
September 2016	$101K
August 2016	$91K

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1209 E 16th St.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

2022

Living Area

1,222 sqft

Price/Sqft

$235

Parking

Garage

About this House

Have you ever dreamt of having a BRAND NEW HOME? Now is your chance! Welcome to this brand new house located just off of E University and E 16th St. This home features a main level with 3 beds/2 baths with an additional bedroom and full bath in the basement. K itchen has granite countertops with stainless steel appliances. The open floor plan makes this house feel very welcoming. The oversized, detached, 2 car garage sure to please. Contact a realtor to see this home today. All information obtained from seller and public records.

1209 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,222 sqft single-family home in M.L. King Jr. Park, built in 2022. It last sold for $268,000 on Nov 3, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $287,000, with a rent estimate of $1,810/month.

Home Details for 1209 E 16th 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

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2022
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6664 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Nov 3, 2022 Source: DMMLS #660031	Sold	$268,000
Sep 22, 2022 Source: DMMLS #660031	Pending	$279,900
Sep 13, 2022 Source: DMMLS #660031	Listed For Sale	$279,900
Jun 24, 2021 Source: N/A	Sold	$20,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$220	$299,900

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

Garton Elementary School
PK-5
Public
480 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
I am thankful to have my daughter comes to Garton! This is my daughter's 1st year as a 1st grader, had moved from South Carolina which she missed so much! But her teacher Mrs Hegwein is doing a great job! My daughter loves her and enjoys going to school everyday! Everyone in Garton Elementary is doing a good job working side by side to make this school a safe and a fun haven for learning! Appreciates the PTA Staffs who are doing their best for the sake of Garton students! More power to Garton Elementary who deserves to be rated as one of the great school of Iowa!
Parent Review
12y ago
2 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about M.L. King Jr. Park

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say yards are well-kept
92 % Say car is needed
77 % Say it's dog friendly
75 % Say there are sidewalks
71 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
60 % Say parking is easy
59 % Say there's holiday spirit
56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say there's wildlife
45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
45 % Say streets are well-lit
44 % Say it's quiet
42 % Say there are community events
33 % Say people would walk alone at night
29 % Say neighbors are friendly

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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"I've lived in this neighborhood for 2 years and stuff has been stolen from my yard, there is graffiti all over my house on the outside."
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"Nothing makes my neighborhood unique. The kids are thieves and my stuff has been stolen multiple times."
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Frequently asked questions about 1209 E 16th St

What is 1209 E 16th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1209 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is $287,000.
What is the price history for 1209 E 16th St?
1209 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $268,000 in November 2022.
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 1209 E 16th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1209 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1209 E 16th St?
The lot at 1209 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,665 sq ft).