1251 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET

$195,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,106 sqft

1251 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

M.L. King Jr. Park
Est. Refi. Payment $1,339/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 30, 2015 for $120,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$196K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-2.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$14K (-6.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$76K (+62.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +61% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$196K
August 2026$194K
July 2026$201K
June 2026$203K
May 2026$206K
April 2026$204K
March 2026$205K
February 2026$200K
January 2026$198K
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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
1246 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$215,000
07/06/26
3
1
1,166
1314 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$226,000
08/14/26
3
1
1,125
1318 E 15th St, Des Moines, IA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$131,900
06/10/26
3
1
936
Home facts updated by county records

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 2014
1,106 sqft
$177/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1251 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA. 1251 E 17th St is in the M.L. King Jr. Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,106 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 10454 sqft and was built in 2014.
1251 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,106 sqft single-family home in M.L. King Jr. Park, built in 2014. It last sold for $120,000 on Oct 30, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $195,500, with a rent estimate of $1,367/month.

Home Details for 1251 E 17th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Cement ConcreteFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2014
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10454 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 30, 2015
Source: N/A
Sold
$120,000
Nov 5, 2013
Source: N/A
Sold
$20,000

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

Neighborhood Overview

M.L. King Jr. Park
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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.
  • Brandi a. N. I.
    "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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  • Brandi a. N. I.
    "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 1251 E 17th St

  • What is 1251 E 17th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1251 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA is $195,500.
  • What is the price history for 1251 E 17th St?
    1251 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $120,000 in October 2015.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 1251 E 17th St?
    The lot at 1251 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.24 acres (10,454 sq ft).

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