147 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET

147 E Madison Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 960 sqft (on 0.35 acres)

$209,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,430/mo*
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$209,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,430/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
960 sqft
(on 0.35 acres)

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
1984
Lot Size
0.35 acres
Living Area
960 sqft
Price/Sqft
$218
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 147 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA. 147 E Madison Ave is in the Highland Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50313. This property has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 960 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.35 acres and was built in 1984.
147 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 960 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1984. It last sold for $122,500 on Dec 5, 2005. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $209,200, with a rent estimate of $1,324/month.

Home Details for 147 E Madison Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1984
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.35 acres

Price History for 147 E Madison Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/05/2005$122,500Sold
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$3,502
Assessment$225,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 147 E Madison Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4104 1st St, Des Moines, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$168,000
08/28/25
2
2
966
3830 Cornell St, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$124,500
10/27/25
4
2
1,201

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Assigned Schools

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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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Frequently asked questions about 147 E Madison Ave

  • What is 147 E Madison Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 147 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $209,200.
  • What is the price history for 147 E Madison Ave?
    147 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $122,500 in December 2005.
  • 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 $211K. That is up $5.03K from the prior month.
  • Does 147 E Madison Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 147 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 147 E Madison Ave?
    The lot at 147 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.35 acres (15,115 sq ft).