Are yards well-kept in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Union Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say it's dog friendly

Is a car needed in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say car is needed

Does Union Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say parking is easy

Does Union Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say there's holiday spirit

Do kids play outside in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say kids play outside

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

As of early 2026, 58% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say neighbors are friendly

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

As of early 2026, 55% of users say streets are well-lit

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

As of early 2026, 54% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Union Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say it's quiet

Is there wildlife in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say there's wildlife

Is Union Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 30% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is Union Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 24% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are there community events in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 19% of users say there are community events

What is 1439 E Jefferson Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1439 E Jefferson Ave in Des Moines, IA is $199,300 .

What is the price history for 1439 E Jefferson Ave?

1439 E Jefferson Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $144,900 in January 2020.

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.

Does 1439 E Jefferson Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 1439 E Jefferson Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

Does 1439 E Jefferson Ave have laundry facilities?

Yes, 1439 E Jefferson Ave in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

OFF MARKET

$199,300

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
2 Baths
901 sqft

1439 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 21, 2020 for $144,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$199K

Since last month

$2K (+0.9%)

Since last year

$4K (+2.2%)

Since last sale

$54K (+37.5%)

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 +96% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$199K
August 2026	$200K
July 2026	$198K
June 2026	$198K
May 2026	$196K
April 2026	$196K
March 2026	$196K
February 2026	$193K
January 2026	$192K
2025
December 2025	$191K
November 2025	$194K
October 2025	$196K
September 2025	$193K
August 2025	$195K
July 2025	$196K
June 2025	$196K
May 2025	$196K
April 2025	$195K
March 2025	$192K
February 2025	$189K
January 2025	$189K
2024
December 2024	$190K
November 2024	$193K
October 2024	$193K
September 2024	$193K
August 2024	$192K
July 2024	$194K
June 2024	$194K
May 2024	$195K
April 2024	$195K
March 2024	$191K
February 2024	$189K
January 2024	$188K
2023
December 2023	$189K
November 2023	$189K
October 2023	$189K
September 2023	$190K
August 2023	$189K
July 2023	$189K
June 2023	$187K
May 2023	$186K
April 2023	$182K
March 2023	$179K
February 2023	$173K
January 2023	$171K
2022
December 2022	$172K
November 2022	$172K
October 2022	$176K
September 2022	$178K
August 2022	$177K
July 2022	$176K
June 2022	$177K
May 2022	$175K
April 2022	$170K
March 2022	$168K
February 2022	$166K
January 2022	$164K
2021
December 2021	$165K
November 2021	$166K
October 2021	$168K
September 2021	$167K
August 2021	$169K
July 2021	$170K
June 2021	$167K
May 2021	$164K
April 2021	$162K
March 2021	$160K
February 2021	$158K
January 2021	$154K
2020
December 2020	$153K
November 2020	$152K
October 2020	$151K
September 2020	$152K
August 2020	$149K
July 2020	$150K
June 2020	$150K
May 2020	$148K
April 2020	$147K
March 2020	$146K
February 2020	$146K
January 2020	$145K
2019
December 2019	$143K
November 2019	$126K
October 2019	$128K
September 2019	$128K
August 2019	$129K
July 2019	$130K
June 2019	$128K
May 2019	$130K
April 2019	$129K
March 2019	$128K
February 2019	$125K
January 2019	$125K
2018
December 2018	$125K
November 2018	$124K
October 2018	$126K
September 2018	$129K
August 2018	$127K
July 2018	$127K
June 2018	$121K
May 2018	$119K
April 2018	$115K
March 2018	$116K
February 2018	$114K
January 2018	$112K
2017
December 2017	$118K
November 2017	$115K
October 2017	$116K
September 2017	$111K
August 2017	$108K
July 2017	$116K
June 2017	$116K
May 2017	$119K
April 2017	$119K
March 2017	$118K
February 2017	$115K
January 2017	$112K
2016
December 2016	$106K
November 2016	$107K
October 2016	$108K
September 2016	$102K

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
1427 Mattern Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.08	Single-Family Home	$176,000	10/30/25	3	2	1,248
1505 Osceola Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.09	Single-Family Home	$125,000	10/09/25	3	2	1,215

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
1435 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$209,600	3	1.5	1,251	Off Market
1431 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$179,400	2	1	780	Off Market
1427 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$179,500	3	1	1,165	Off Market
1421 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$118,300	2	1	536	Off Market
1419 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$185,800	2	1	978	Off Market
1415 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$143,000	2	1	758	Off Market
1443 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$188,800	2	1	703	Off Market
1447 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$201,700	3	2	1,149	Off Market
1501 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$204,900	2	1	1,347	Off Market
1507 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$169,900	3	1	936	Off Market
1509 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$186,600	3	1	1,030	Off Market
1510 Osceola Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$185,200	3	1	764	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1941

901 sqft

$221/sqft

Garage

About this House

Incredibly well cared for 2-bedroom 2-bathroom single-story home ready to deliver joy to lucky new owners. First impression reveals a high level of character complimented by the arched doorways and curved ceilings. Original hardwood floors throughout the main level have been refinished to add pristine beauty and lasting functionality. Cute kitchen with tons of natural light and a gas range. Formal dining room opens to spacious living room. Finished basement features a large rec room, an over-sized nicely finished Â¾ bathroom, and an amazing amount of storage. All appliances stay, including the washer & dryer. New furnace, A/C, and water heater installed in 2010. Freshly landscaped yard with 2.5 car detached garage plus 2 sheds stay with the property as a bonus. Truly a unique move-in ready home that will serve you well for years to come. Make it a priority to see it today!

1439 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 901 sqft single-family home in Union Park, built in 1941. It last sold for $144,900 on Jan 21, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $199,300, with a rent estimate of $1,338/month.

Home Details for 1439 E Jefferson Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile, Hardwood

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1941
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 9016 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jan 21, 2020 Source: DMMLS #596198	Sold	$144,900
Dec 26, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$144,900
Dec 13, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$144,900 Price increased by 4%
Nov 14, 2019 Source: N/A	PriceChange	$139,900 Price decreased by 1%
Oct 31, 2019 Source: N/A	Pending	$141,000
Oct 30, 2019 Source: N/A	PriceChange	$141,000 Price decreased by 3%
Sep 27, 2019 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$145,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,656	$173,800

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$214K

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$192

$1MoM

Available listings

1060

36MoM

Around this home

Cattell Elementary School
K-5
Public
264 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
3/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
The staff are worse than the kids! They have a click and once they tink your kid needs an extra push they treat them like they are low lifes. My kids go here and i hate it
Parent Review
9y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Union Park

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What Locals Say about Union Park

At least 34 Trulia users voted on each feature.

89 % Say yards are well-kept
88 % Say it's dog friendly
82 % Say car is needed
79 % Say there are sidewalks
76 % Say parking is easy
74 % Say there's holiday spirit
69 % Say kids play outside
58 % Say people would walk alone at night
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
55 % Say streets are well-lit
54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
40 % Say it's quiet
36 % Say there's wildlife
30 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
24 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
19 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Marlene Brown Ackiss
Resident
4y ago
" I use to live in this neighborhood over on 810 Boyd I I really like the. Union park area Nice big tree love the way the is made "
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Wendy F. H.
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8y ago
"The community. the union park is a one of a kind park. It’s near Grandview university so you can take college classes and save money."
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thejakes1323
13y ago
"Wonderful older established affordable neighborhood. Nice trees, nice neighbors, nice homes. Most homes in the area have original woodwork, wood floors, built ins. The area is great for all; singles, couples, families, retirees. A great mix of ages. Low crime. My grandmother lived in this area for many years. My parents have owned three homes in the area over the years. Still a favorite area in East Des Moines. Close to downtown, restaurants, shopping, easy access to most main highways. Centrally located. Give it a look."
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Erika B.
14y ago
"Union Park Neighborhoods bounty of older classic homes at affordable prices, it's proximity to the East Village, and the quality of life that an enormous public park with a variety of intended uses from biking and boating to strolling and a trip to perhaps the largest playground in Des Moines Boundaries, makes this area superb for folks who work down town and don't want to drive their car more than necessary. Overall, it's a very nice place to live. Like most other areas of Des Moines, the educational systems needs improvement. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1439 E Jefferson Ave

What is 1439 E Jefferson Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1439 E Jefferson Ave in Des Moines, IA is $199,300.
What is the price history for 1439 E Jefferson Ave?
1439 E Jefferson Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $144,900 in January 2020.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
Does 1439 E Jefferson Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 1439 E Jefferson Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
Does 1439 E Jefferson Ave have laundry facilities?
Yes, 1439 E Jefferson Ave in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.