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 1224 Elder Ln estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1224 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is $188,800 .

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 Watrous South neighborhood?

Residents describe the Watrous South neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Watrous South, Des Moines .

Does 1224 Elder Ln have air conditioning?

Yes, 1224 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1224 Elder Ln?

The lot at 1224 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is about 0.25 acres (11,107 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$188,800

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
980 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

1224 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South

Est. Refi. Payment $1,296/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$189K

Since last month

$5K (-2.8%)

Since last year

$9K (+4.7%)

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 +55% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$189K
August 2026	$188K
July 2026	$194K
June 2026	$194K
May 2026	$195K
April 2026	$193K
March 2026	$188K
February 2026	$179K
January 2026	$183K
2025
December 2025	$179K
November 2025	$178K
October 2025	$176K
September 2025	$179K
August 2025	$180K
July 2025	$186K
June 2025	$188K
May 2025	$187K
April 2025	$185K
March 2025	$184K
February 2025	$183K
January 2025	$181K
2024
December 2024	$186K
November 2024	$183K
October 2024	$189K
September 2024	$190K
August 2024	$193K
July 2024	$194K
June 2024	$195K
May 2024	$196K
April 2024	$187K
March 2024	$184K
February 2024	$178K
January 2024	$178K
2023
December 2023	$178K
November 2023	$180K
October 2023	$181K
September 2023	$181K
August 2023	$182K
July 2023	$185K
June 2023	$184K
May 2023	$179K
April 2023	$171K
March 2023	$165K
February 2023	$159K
January 2023	$163K
2022
December 2022	$164K
November 2022	$168K
October 2022	$175K
September 2022	$176K
August 2022	$176K
July 2022	$177K
June 2022	$176K
May 2022	$174K
April 2022	$164K
March 2022	$152K
February 2022	$135K
January 2022	$138K
2021
December 2021	$143K
November 2021	$145K
October 2021	$148K
September 2021	$149K
August 2021	$151K
July 2021	$155K
June 2021	$160K
May 2021	$168K
April 2021	$165K
March 2021	$158K
February 2021	$155K
January 2021	$152K
2020
December 2020	$150K
November 2020	$149K
October 2020	$148K
September 2020	$146K
August 2020	$143K
July 2020	$144K
June 2020	$144K
May 2020	$145K
April 2020	$150K
March 2020	$147K
February 2020	$146K
January 2020	$147K
2019
December 2019	$147K
November 2019	$144K
October 2019	$145K
September 2019	$145K
August 2019	$146K
July 2019	$147K
June 2019	$151K
May 2019	$150K
April 2019	$150K
March 2019	$150K
February 2019	$148K
January 2019	$146K
2018
December 2018	$147K
November 2018	$145K
October 2018	$146K
September 2018	$146K
August 2018	$143K
July 2018	$143K
June 2018	$140K
May 2018	$138K
April 2018	$136K
March 2018	$133K
February 2018	$131K
January 2018	$132K
2017
December 2017	$134K
November 2017	$130K
October 2017	$130K
September 2017	$131K
August 2017	$132K
July 2017	$125K
June 2017	$126K
May 2017	$127K
April 2017	$125K
March 2017	$124K
February 2017	$124K
January 2017	$123K
2016
December 2016	$123K
November 2016	$122K
October 2016	$121K
September 2016	$122K

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	0.09	Single-Family Home	$228,720	12/15/25	3	2	977

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
1228 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$188,000	3	1	980	Off Market
1227 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$212,900	3	1	980	Off Market
1223 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$214,200	3	2	980	Off Market
1219 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$244,400	3	2	980	Off Market
1215 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$206,200	2	1	970	Off Market
1209 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$230,700	3	1	1,049	Off Market
1220 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$224,300	3	1	980	Off Market
1216 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$200,900	3	1	912	Off Market
1212 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$192,900	3	1	912	Off Market
1206 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$231,000	3	2	1,167	Off Market
1204 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.08	$210,000	3	1.5	1,037	Recently Sold
1200 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.09	$284,300	4	2	1,720	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 1955

0.25 acre lot

980 sqft

$193/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1224 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA. 1224 Elder Ln is in the Watrous South neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50315. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 980 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.25 acres and was built in 1955.

1224 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 980 sqft single-family home in Watrous South, built in 1955. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $188,800, with a rent estimate of $1,516/month.

Home Details for 1224 Elder Ln

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: WoodFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.25 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,492	$193,900

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

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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Buy: $70k - $670k

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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"I love the good people! Great places to eat. Nice, friendly people that treat you with respect. Great schools - Jefferson Elementary, Brody Middle School, Lincoln High School. Love it here!"
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Frequently asked questions about 1224 Elder Ln

What is 1224 Elder Ln estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1224 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is $188,800.
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 Watrous South neighborhood?
Residents describe the Watrous South neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, easy to park in, and dog-friendly. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Watrous South, Des Moines.
Does 1224 Elder Ln have air conditioning?
Yes, 1224 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1224 Elder Ln?
The lot at 1224 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is about 0.25 acres (11,107 sq ft).