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

135 E Seneca Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313

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

$168,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,146/mo*
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$168,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,146/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,050 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1917
Living Area
1,050 sqft
Price/Sqft
$160

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!
135 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,050 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1917. It last sold for $53,000 on Nov 2, 2012 (12% below the $60,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $168,400, with a rent estimate of $1,511/month.

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 8 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 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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Comparable Sales for 135 E Seneca Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3915 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$105,000
12/19/25
2
1
810
3910 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$90,000
07/23/25
2
1.5
814
3829 1st St, Des Moines, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$130,000
01/28/26
2
2
750
4013 Cambridge St, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$63,000
02/27/26
2
1
1,632
3841 Columbia St, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$160,000
06/03/26
3
2
1,364
4032 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$58,000
06/24/26
2
1
688
3311 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$60,000
11/10/25
2
1
1,071

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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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