1308 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
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OFF MARKET

1308 E Madison Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,008 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

$170,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,151/mo*
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$170,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,151/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,008 sqft
(on 0.32 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

Ready to own? Welcome to your ideal first home! This well-maintained property offers everything you need and more. Enjoy a spacious yard perfect for outdoor activities and a charming back deck, ideal for entertaining. The extra large two-car garage is heated and great for hobbies or additional storage. Nestled away from the road, this home provides the privacy and tranquility you desire. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!
1308 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,008 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1927. It last sold for $147,000 on Jul 24, 2024 (5% below the $155,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $170,000, with a rent estimate of $1,316/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1308 E Madison Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1008 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Chain LinkExterior: DeckFoundation: Poured
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1927
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11004863000002

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $155,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jun 17 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1008 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 697295Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (877) 366-2213Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11004863000002-R-N
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Anna Thomas, (877) 366-2213
LPT Realty, LLC
Kyle Clarkson, (515) 554-2249
LPT Realty, LLC
Bought with: Ben Van Zee, (515) 971-6132, RE/MAX Precision
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#697295

Price History for 1308 E Madison Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/24/2024$147,000Sold
DMMLS #697295
06/17/2024$155,000PendingDMMLS #697295
06/14/2024$155,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #697295
10/27/2021$12,500Sold
N/A
09/30/2019$121,000Sold
DMMLS #589007
08/15/2019$119,900PendingAgent Provided
08/12/2019$119,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/26/2008$105,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/30/2008$105,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/23/2007$81,500Sold
DMMLS #301640
06/28/2005$95,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

Year2025
Tax$2,488
Assessment$154,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1308 E Madison Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
796 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$158,000
05/29/26
2
1
843
4031 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$125,000
04/29/26
2
1
887
1025 Hoffman Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$210,000
06/05/26
3
1
1,020
1015 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$192,500
05/12/26
3
1
855
1140 NE 43rd Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$140,000
02/09/26
3
1
924
1022 Trisha Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$215,000
01/13/26
3
1
948

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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.
  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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.
    "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
    "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
    "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 "
    4
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  • Jeff A.
    "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.
    "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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