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 1231 Hackley Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1231 Hackley Ave in Des Moines, IA is $128,200 .

What is the price history for 1231 Hackley Ave?

1231 Hackley Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $36,000 in August 2014.

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.

How big is the lot at 1231 Hackley Ave?

The lot at 1231 Hackley Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.32 acres (13,982 sq ft).

Does 1231 Hackley Ave have a garage?

Yes, 1231 Hackley Ave in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$128,200

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,056 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

1231 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South

Est. Refi. Payment $925/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 19, 2014 for $36,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$128K

Since last month

$7K (-5.4%)

Since last year

$2K (-1.8%)

Since last sale

$90K (+250.6%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +218% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$126K
August 2026	$133K
July 2026	$135K
June 2026	$138K
May 2026	$137K
April 2026	$134K
March 2026	$132K
February 2026	$123K
January 2026	$132K
2025
December 2025	$125K
November 2025	$126K
October 2025	$127K
September 2025	$129K
August 2025	$131K
July 2025	$131K
June 2025	$133K
May 2025	$134K
April 2025	$133K
March 2025	$131K
February 2025	$131K
January 2025	$130K
2024
December 2024	$132K
November 2024	$131K
October 2024	$141K
September 2024	$141K
August 2024	$145K
July 2024	$145K
June 2024	$145K
May 2024	$147K
April 2024	$140K
March 2024	$136K
February 2024	$133K
January 2024	$133K
2023
December 2023	$134K
November 2023	$136K
October 2023	$137K
September 2023	$136K
August 2023	$136K
July 2023	$138K
June 2023	$133K
May 2023	$129K
April 2023	$124K
March 2023	$119K
February 2023	$116K
January 2023	$118K
2022
December 2022	$119K
November 2022	$124K
October 2022	$130K
September 2022	$130K
August 2022	$129K
July 2022	$131K
June 2022	$133K
May 2022	$130K
April 2022	$124K
March 2022	$121K
February 2022	$116K
January 2022	$116K
2021
December 2021	$119K
November 2021	$120K
October 2021	$121K
September 2021	$122K
August 2021	$123K
July 2021	$123K
June 2021	$121K
May 2021	$119K
April 2021	$119K
March 2021	$114K
February 2021	$107K
January 2021	$104K
2020
December 2020	$104K
November 2020	$102K
October 2020	$105K
September 2020	$104K
August 2020	$98K
July 2020	$95K
June 2020	$95K
May 2020	$91K
April 2020	$96K
March 2020	$99K
February 2020	$98K
January 2020	$94K
2019
December 2019	$91K
November 2019	$90K
October 2019	$94K
September 2019	$91K
August 2019	$88K
July 2019	$88K
June 2019	$89K
May 2019	$87K
April 2019	$87K
March 2019	$87K
February 2019	$88K
January 2019	$87K
2018
December 2018	$87K
November 2018	$84K
October 2018	$84K
September 2018	$78K
August 2018	$76K
July 2018	$70K
June 2018	$69K
May 2018	$68K
April 2018	$69K
March 2018	$69K
February 2018	$72K
January 2018	$72K
2017
December 2017	$73K
November 2017	$73K
October 2017	$66K
September 2017	$56K
August 2017	$46K
July 2017	$42K
June 2017	$41K
May 2017	$42K
April 2017	$41K
March 2017	$41K
February 2017	$41K
January 2017	$40K
2016
December 2016	$40K
November 2016	$40K
October 2016	$40K
September 2016	$40K

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
1227 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$153,300	2	1	672	Off Market
1219 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$176,700	2	1	816	Off Market
1215 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$84,000	2	1	540	Off Market
1207 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$191,700	3	2	786	Off Market
1203 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$259,900	4	2	1,106	Off Market
1200 Titus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.07	$98,400	2	1	580	Off Market
1239 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$176,000	3	1	864	Off Market
1243 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$120,000	2	1	609	Recently Sold
1247 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$231,800	2	2.5	1,338	Off Market
1104 Titus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.10	$158,400	3	1	912	Off Market
1096 Titus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.11	$130,800	2	1	625	Off Market
1036 Titus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.12	$273,300	4	2	1,191	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1940

0.32 acre lot

1,056 sqft

$121/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1231 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA. 1231 Hackley Ave is in the Watrous South neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50315. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,056 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.32 acres and was built in 1940.

1231 Hackley Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,056 sqft single-family home in Watrous South, built in 1940. It last sold for $36,000 on Aug 19, 2014. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2024 with an asking price of $1,075 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 8, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $128,200, with a rent estimate of $1,354/month.

Home Details for 1231 Hackley Ave

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities Refrigerator

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Masonry
Parking & Garage GarageParking: None, Garage

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 8, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals	ListingRemoved
May 15, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals	Listed For Rent	$1,075
Jul 10, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals	ListingRemoved
Jun 29, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals	Listed For Rent	$1,075
Mar 7, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$935
Dec 27, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$935
Jul 19, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$935
Jul 5, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$935
Mar 28, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$800
Mar 18, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$800
Aug 19, 2014 Source: DMMLS #438717	Sold	$36,000
Jun 28, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$39,000
Apr 2, 2014 Source: N/A	Sold	$46,233
Oct 5, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$43,500
Sep 26, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$43,500 Price decreased by 2%
Sep 12, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$44,250 Price decreased by 2%
Sep 5, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$45,000 Price decreased by 2%
Aug 28, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$45,750 Price decreased by 2%
Aug 22, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$46,500 Price decreased by 2%
Aug 17, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$47,250 Price decreased by 2%
Aug 10, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$48,000 Price decreased by 2%
Aug 3, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$48,750 Price decreased by 2%
Jul 31, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$49,500 Price decreased by 4%
Jul 28, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$51,500 Price decreased by 2%
Jul 23, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$52,500 Price decreased by 3%
Jul 18, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$53,900
Oct 12, 1999 Source: N/A	Sold	$49,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,174	$122,700

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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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 1231 Hackley Ave

What is 1231 Hackley Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1231 Hackley Ave in Des Moines, IA is $128,200.
What is the price history for 1231 Hackley Ave?
1231 Hackley Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $36,000 in August 2014.
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.
How big is the lot at 1231 Hackley Ave?
The lot at 1231 Hackley Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.32 acres (13,982 sq ft).
Does 1231 Hackley Ave have a garage?
Yes, 1231 Hackley Ave in Des Moines, IA has a garage.