Are yards well-kept in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say parking is easy

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Highland Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say kids play outside

Is a car needed in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say car is needed

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

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

As of early 2026, 65% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

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

As of early 2026, 60% of users say streets are well-lit

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

As of early 2026, 60% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say neighbors are friendly

Does Highland Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say it's quiet

Is there wildlife in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

1215 E Madison Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park

2 Beds
1 Bath
936 sqft

$153,700

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 2, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,048/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$153,700

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 2, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,048/mo*

Refinance Your Home

2 Beds

1 Bath

936 sqft

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1215 E Madison Ave.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1870

Living Area

936 sqft

Price/Sqft

$164

Parking

Garage

About this House

Why rent when you can own! Come take a look at this this charming, move in ready, bungalow found in a quiet, friendly neighborhood on the NE side of Des Moines. Just minutes from downtown and interstate access makes for convenient and quick commute and close to shopping, restaurants, parks and schools, with Madison Elementary just down the street. This adorable home features pride in ownership with all fresh paint, vinyl siding, newly updated bathroom, updated plumbing in 2010 and new furnace in 2014. Sit out on your enclosed front porch watching the cars go by or relax on the back patio enjoying the peaceful backyard with mature trees. Clean, unfinished basement is great for storage. Check out the Neighborhood Finance program for a $10,000 grant towards approved updates!

1215 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 936 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1870. It last sold for $88,500 on Jan 10, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $153,700, with a rent estimate of $1,162/month.

Home Details for 1215 E Madison Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyMicrowaveRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood, Laminate

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1870Year Updated: 1908
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 9583 sqft

Price History for 1215 E Madison Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
01/10/2019	$88,500	Sold	DMMLS #554356
Recording Date 01/10/2019 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
12/04/2018	$87,900	Pending	Agent Provided

05/04/2018	$87,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $4,000 (5%)
03/06/2018	$83,900	Pending	Agent Provided

02/27/2018	$83,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,100 (-6%)
02/13/2018	$89,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $3,500 (-4%)
01/31/2018	$92,500	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

03/15/2012	$88,800	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/15/2012 Contract Date 01/31/2012 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
08/03/2011	$88,800	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

02/26/2011	$88,800	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $4,100 (-4%)
12/17/2010	$92,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $7,100 (-7%)
10/31/2010	$100,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

02/16/2010	$70,000	ListingRemoved	N/A

10/28/2009	$70,000	PriceChange	N/A
Price Change $4,000 (-5%)
09/03/2009	$74,000	PriceChange	N/A
Price Change $2,900 (-4%)
07/19/2009	$76,900	Listed For Sale	N/A

11/29/2001	$64,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 11/29/2001 Contract Date 11/16/2001 County Transfer Tax $103 Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026

Avg. sale price

$211K

$5.03KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.4%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$4MoM

Available listings

1009

2MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$1,942
Assessment	$132,900

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1215 E Madison Ave

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
4106 E 9th St, Des Moines, IA	0.24	Single-Family Home	$207,500	06/09/26	3	1	936
1340 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.25	Single-Family Home	$185,000	02/02/26	2	1	799

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $131,100
2 bd
1 ba
868 sqft
1201 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $219,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,260 sqft
1121 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $209,900
3 bd
1 ba
2,025 sqft
3935 E 10th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $140,700
2 bd
1 ba
736 sqft
1119 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $212,800
2 bd
1 ba
1,040 sqft
733 Wisconsin Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50316
Realty ONE Group Impact
OFF MARKET
Est. $182,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,008 sqft
1209 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $172,600
3 bd
1 ba
936 sqft
1205 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $214,600
3 bd
2 ba
942 sqft
1301 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $239,300
3 bd
2 ba
1,344 sqft
1221 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $208,500
2 bd
2 ba
1,147 sqft
1303 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $181,600
3 bd
2 ba
840 sqft
1305 E Madison Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313

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Assigned Schools

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Resident
3y ago
"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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4y ago
"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.
Prev. Resident
6y ago
"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
Prev. Resident
8y ago
"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
Resident
8y ago
"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.
Resident
8y ago
"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.
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8y ago
"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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