135 E  Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET

135 E Seneca Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,050 sqft

$161,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,086/mo*

$161,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,086/mo*
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,050 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Looking for an affordable home in a great neighborhood? Well look no further then this 3 bedroom home located in established family friendly neighborhood. Large eat in kitchen gives you plenty of room to entertain friends and family. Spacious living room gives you plenty of room to spread out. 3 bedrooms all with cedar lined closets for an added touch. One full and one half bath are another added plus of this home. Unfinished basement has tons of possibilities and could add an additional 1,000 sq ft. Storage shed in backyard gives you plenty of room for tools and toys. Home is well kept and ready for quick possession. Make your dream of homeownership come true and schedule a private showing today!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from November 21, 2025

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 135 E Seneca Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partial
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1050 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1917
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: StoneDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 07005388000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $60,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Nov 02 2012

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: 1050 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 406820Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-07005388000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Bill Eisenlauer, (515) 770-2455
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP
Bob Eisenlauer, (515) 979-2883
RE/MAX REAL ESTATE GROUP
Bought with: Rilaine Johnson, (515) 443-6692, Coldwell Banker Mid-America
Source: DMMLS, MLS#406820

Price History for 135 E Seneca Ave

DatePriceEventSource
11/02/2012$53,000Sold
DMMLS #406820

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$206K
$5.33K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.4%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$187
$3
MoM
Available listings
1004
12
MoM
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Estimated monthly rent$1,536/mo

Comparable Sales for 135 E Seneca Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.20
Single-Family Home
$105,000
12/19/25
2
1
810
0.17
Single-Family Home
$90,000
07/23/25
2
1.5
814
0.07
Single-Family Home
$130,000
01/28/26
2
2
750
0.19
Single-Family Home
$63,000
02/27/26
2
1
1,632
0.19
Single-Family Home
$160,000
06/03/26
3
2
1,364
0.16
Single-Family Home
$141,000
07/11/25
2
1
1,018
0.41
Single-Family Home
$60,000
11/10/25
2
1
1,071

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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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."
  • 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 "
  • 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. "
  • 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"
  • 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 "
  • 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."
  • 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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135 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,050 sqft single-family home built in 1917. 135 E Seneca Ave is located in Highland Park, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 135 E Seneca Ave was last sold on Nov 2, 2012 for $53,000 (12% lower than the asking price of $60,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 135 E Seneca Ave is $161,100.