132 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
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OFF MARKET

132 E Douglas Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 848 sqft

$157,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 2, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,075/mo*
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$157,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 2, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,075/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
848 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1917
Living Area
848 sqft
Price/Sqft
$186
Parking
Garage

About this House

Very affordable 2 bedroom in a great location! Right across the street from shopping at Park Fair Mall, close to bike trails, quick shot to downtown on 2nd ave or easy access to 80/35 to the north. Great location and neighborhood!! Would also make a good rental! Plenty of new features and upgrades include dishwasher, countertops, paint and carpet! Fenced back yard and 1 car detac hed garage are a plus. Come look today with your favorite realtor! Contract terms with very favorable rates, available for qualified buyers through Contract Exchange Corporation.
132 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 848 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1917. It last sold for the $139,000 asking price on Feb 1, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $157,800, with a rent estimate of $1,299/month.

Home Details for 132 E Douglas Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 848 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 11

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1917
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Property Information
Parcel Number: 07005402000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $139,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Dec 12 2023

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: 848 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6359.76 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Contract, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 686081Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 729-4858Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-07005402000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Tony Schubert, (515) 729-4858
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with: Lynette Williamson, (515) 250-1155, Century 21 Signature
Co-Buyer's Agent: Cathy McAulay, (515) 974-9071, Century 21 Signature
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#686081

Price History for 132 E Douglas Ave

DatePriceEventSource
02/01/2024$139,000Sold
DMMLS #686081
12/12/2023$139,000PendingDMMLS #686081
12/01/2023$139,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #686081
11/04/2005$94,000Sold
N/A
08/22/2000$73,000Sold
N/A
03/03/1998$59,900Sold
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$1,918
Assessment$122,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 132 E Douglas Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3620 Cornell St, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$146,000
11/03/25
2
1
792
3416 Cambridge St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$133,000
11/19/25
2
1
902
3623 Cambridge St, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$92,500
02/13/26
2
1
732
3938 1st St, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$174,000
03/31/26
2
1
768
3829 1st St, Des Moines, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$130,000
01/28/26
2
2
750
3919 4th St, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$110,000
11/14/25
2
1
814
4024 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$135,000
11/25/25
2
1
762
3507 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$168,000
04/15/26
2
1
940

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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 "
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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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