Are yards well-kept in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Fairground, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say car is needed

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say it's dog friendly

Do kids play outside in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say kids play outside

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say neighbors are friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say people would walk alone at night

Does Fairground, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is there wildlife in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say there's wildlife

Are the streets well-lit in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say streets are well-lit

Do residents of Fairground, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 37% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 34% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 34% of users say there are community events

What is 137 E 29th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 137 E 29th St in Des Moines, IA is $147,200 .

What is the price history for 137 E 29th St?

137 E 29th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $48,100 in November 2018.

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.

Does 137 E 29th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 137 E 29th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 137 E 29th St?

The lot at 137 E 29th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,490 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$147,200

Trulia Estimate

1 Bed
2 Baths
816 sqft

137 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 26, 2018 for $48,100

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$147K

Since last month

$3K (-1.7%)

Since last year

$600 (+0.4%)

Since last sale

$99K (+206.4%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +70% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$147K
July 2026	$150K
June 2026	$150K
May 2026	$152K
April 2026	$145K
March 2026	$144K
February 2026	$140K
January 2026	$140K
2025
December 2025	$136K
November 2025	$141K
October 2025	$144K
September 2025	$147K
August 2025	$147K
July 2025	$150K
June 2025	$146K
May 2025	$149K
April 2025	$150K
March 2025	$146K
February 2025	$142K
January 2025	$143K
2024
December 2024	$145K
November 2024	$146K
October 2024	$141K
September 2024	$142K
August 2024	$144K
July 2024	$144K
June 2024	$145K
May 2024	$147K
April 2024	$141K
March 2024	$139K
February 2024	$134K
January 2024	$132K
2023
December 2023	$134K
November 2023	$129K
October 2023	$133K
September 2023	$135K
August 2023	$136K
July 2023	$134K
June 2023	$136K
May 2023	$137K
April 2023	$133K
March 2023	$128K
February 2023	$124K
January 2023	$124K
2022
December 2022	$125K
November 2022	$127K
October 2022	$131K
September 2022	$132K
August 2022	$131K
July 2022	$134K
June 2022	$136K
May 2022	$134K
April 2022	$130K
March 2022	$127K
February 2022	$125K
January 2022	$122K
2021
December 2021	$122K
November 2021	$123K
October 2021	$124K
September 2021	$125K
August 2021	$125K
July 2021	$127K
June 2021	$126K
May 2021	$123K
April 2021	$119K
March 2021	$119K
February 2021	$117K
January 2021	$112K
2020
December 2020	$110K
November 2020	$107K
October 2020	$102K
September 2020	$99K
August 2020	$99K
July 2020	$100K
June 2020	$100K
May 2020	$98K
April 2020	$107K
March 2020	$109K
February 2020	$108K
January 2020	$107K
2019
December 2019	$107K
November 2019	$109K
October 2019	$103K
September 2019	$100K
August 2019	$102K
July 2019	$100K
June 2019	$99K
May 2019	$99K
April 2019	$93K
March 2019	$95K
February 2019	$98K
January 2019	$96K
2018
December 2018	$96K
November 2018	$91K
October 2018	$94K
September 2018	$98K
August 2018	$101K
July 2018	$98K
June 2018	$94K
May 2018	$95K
April 2018	$97K
March 2018	$97K
February 2018	$97K
January 2018	$95K
2017
December 2017	$86K
November 2017	$84K
October 2017	$86K
September 2017	$81K
August 2017	$79K
July 2017	$89K
June 2017	$92K
May 2017	$88K
April 2017	$94K
March 2017	$101K
February 2017	$97K
January 2017	$90K
2016
December 2016	$76K
November 2016	$76K
October 2016	$78K
September 2016	$79K
August 2016	$87K

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
3029 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.19	Single-Family Home	$60,000	05/27/26	2	1	928
415 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA	0.29	Single-Family Home	$70,000	04/07/26	1	1	700
614 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA	0.45	Single-Family Home	$40,490	02/05/26	2	1	858

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
129 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$128,100	2	1	1,247	Off Market
127 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$109,100	1	1	808	Off Market
119 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$128,400	2	1	768	Off Market
117 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$146,500	2	1	1,280	Off Market
113 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$78,600	1	1	844	Off Market
107 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$164,000	2	1	924	Off Market
2837 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$144,400	3	1	1,436	Off Market
2833 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$128,300	2	1	977	Off Market
132 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$80,000	3	1	1,149	Recently Sold
124 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$133,500	2	1	842	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1923

Living Area

816 sqft

Price/Sqft

$180

Parking

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 137 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA. 137 E 29th St is in the Fairground neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms and approximately 816 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6490 sqft and was built in 1923.

137 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 816 sqft single-family home in Fairground, built in 1923. It last sold for $48,100 on Nov 26, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $147,200, with a rent estimate of $1,096/month.

Home Details for 137 E 29th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Other
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1923
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6490 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Nov 26, 2018 Source: DMMLS #570627	Sold	$48,100
Nov 26, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	PendingToActive	$42,000
Oct 30, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$42,000
Oct 4, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$42,000
Aug 15, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$53,946
Jul 17, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$0
Feb 8, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$75,000
Aug 28, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$75,000
Jun 29, 2006 Source: N/A	Sold	$76,000
Apr 22, 2004 Source: N/A	Sold	$41,500
Jun 17, 2003 Source: N/A	Sold	$55,506

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,346	$136,400

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

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

Willard Elementary School
K-5
Public
266 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Willard Elementary likes to bully children with special needs. They are aware of disabilities the child has but does the complete opposite when trying to "help" the child. They grab children and yell at them. Even those with PTSD which that behavior can make matters worse and the child's behavior worse. I would not recommend this school especially for special needs students
Parent Review
10mo ago
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Fairground

At least 35 Trulia users voted on each feature.

94 % Say yards are well-kept
91 % Say there are sidewalks
82 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say car is needed
77 % Say it's dog friendly
74 % Say kids play outside
65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
62 % Say neighbors are friendly
59 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say there's holiday spirit
49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
46 % Say there's wildlife
38 % Say streets are well-lit
37 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
34 % Say it's quiet
34 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Bailee Huddleson
Resident
9mo ago
"I have had multiple encounters with my neighbors. They remain friendly and keep to themselves. Every once in awhile you will someone walking around that looks a little sus but I’ve had a good experience for the most part. "
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Trulia User
Visitor
4y ago
"that the area is safe for their kids to live in and that it people and that their kids don't have too much to worry about in their neighborhood around their home or at school "
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Sue C.
Resident
6y ago
"We are friendly with several of our neighbors, we have BBQ'S or have snacks with a few of them. They look out for our place, as we look out for theirs. We definitely watch the "druggies" that come and go from one house across the alley from us."
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Sue C.
Resident
6y ago
"I've lived here for almost 3 years with a friend. It's a crowded house, but we all love this neighborhood. There was only a few incidents that had me concerned, but they seem to have been isolated. Neighbors tend to look out for each other here, like the old days."
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Susan C.
Resident
7y ago
"It's a nice quiet neighborhood with lots of dogs all around. Some outside in fenced yards, and some inside. Some being walked around by their owners. There are sidewalks to walk on."
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Leavinalegacy
Resident
7y ago
"Iowa State Fairgrounds is close by, which also houses events year round, such as flea markets, car shows, etc. "
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Mercedesericasix
Visitor
7y ago
"Dogs in the neighborhood more than most. It is probably the oldest area in Des Moines so the houses aren't brand new but many have been updated and look beautiful"
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Julie S.
Resident
8y ago
"The commute is easy especially if you work downtown. There is great access to I-235 and I-80. West Des Moines and Clive area 15 minutes."
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Susan C.
Resident
8y ago
"I've been living here for over a year (with a friend), and have enjoyed it here. We are close to the stores and restaurants, and the Iowa State Fairgrounds. It's nice sitting out on the deck at night, other than the cars speeding down the street. "
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Susan C.
Resident
8y ago
"I've lived in this neighborhood, at my friend's house, for over a year, now. It is a very nice, kind, friendly neighborhood. "
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Susan C.
Resident
8y ago
"I have lived here, thanks to our friend for taking us in, for just about a year. It seems to be very friendly, and close to stores and restaurants. And is also close to the Iowa State Fairgrounds. "
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Susan C.
Resident
8y ago
"I've live here with our friend for about a year. It is a friendly neighborhood. It is very close to a lot of things, including the Iowa State Fairgrounds. "
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Frequently asked questions about 137 E 29th St

What is 137 E 29th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 137 E 29th St in Des Moines, IA is $147,200.
What is the price history for 137 E 29th St?
137 E 29th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $48,100 in November 2018.
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.
Does 137 E 29th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 137 E 29th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 137 E 29th St?
The lot at 137 E 29th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,490 sq ft).