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

$121,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 816 sqft

147 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 21, 2015 for $58,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$121K
Since last month
Increased$5K (+3.9%)
Since last year
Decreased$700 (-0.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$63K (+109%)
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 +56% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$121K
September 2026$117K
August 2026$126K
July 2026$129K
June 2026$126K
May 2026$124K
April 2026$122K
March 2026$120K
February 2026$115K
January 2026$119K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
3823 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$65,000
01/29/26
2
1
720
3633 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$75,500
07/23/26
2
1
960

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
3846 Cambridge St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.01
$168,500
2
1
960
Off Market
139 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.02
$188,700
4
2
1,664
Off Market
148 Lynch St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.03
$113,100
2
1
660
Off Market
144 Lynch St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.03
$137,100
2
1
790
Off Market
150 Lynch St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.03
$124,800
2
1
792
Off Market
138 Lynch St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.03
$89,600
1
1
600
Off Market
148 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.03
$114,500
2
1
798
Off Market
3904 Cambridge St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.04
$130,700
3
1
916
Off Market
3847 Cambridge St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.04
$164,000
3
1
1,118
Off Market
3841 Cambridge St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.04
$172,400
3
1
832
Off Market
130 Lynch St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.04
$184,500
2
2
884
Off Market
3837 Cambridge St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.04
$154,500
3
1
752
Off Market
3901 Cambridge St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.04
$167,300
2
2
1,092
Off Market
3831 Cambridge St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.05
$170,100
2
1
1,134
Off Market
130 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.05
$181,100
3
1
879
Off Market
146 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.05
$161,700
3
1
1,340
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1917
816 sqft
$148/sqft
Garage

About this House

2 bedroom, 1 bath home in average condition with newer oversized 2 car detached garage. All appliances are included. In NFC green zone which allows up to $10,000 in forgivable loan money if qualified. Possible contract sale but call agent for details.
147 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 816 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1917. It last sold for $58,000 on May 21, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $121,000, with a rent estimate of $1,317/month.

Home Details for 147 E Seneca 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
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1917Year Updated: 1934
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 21, 2015
Source: DMMLS #447680
Sold
$58,000
Oct 24, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$46,900
Price decreased by 6%
Sep 13, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$49,900
Price decreased by 14%
Jul 29, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$57,950
Price decreased by 1%
May 23, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$58,500
Price decreased by 7%

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$216K
$1.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$192
$1MoM
Available listings
1084
24MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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Neighborhood Overview

Highland Park
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What Locals Say about Highland Park

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Built from what locals say about Highland Park.
  • 81% say there are sidewalks
  • 54% say neighbors are friendly
  • 53% say there's holiday spirit
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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

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    "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 Seneca Ave

  • What is 147 E Seneca Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 147 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA is $121,000.
  • What is the price history for 147 E Seneca Ave?
    147 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $58,000 in May 2015.
  • Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
    Des Moines is currently a buyer'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 $216K. That is up $1.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 147 E Seneca Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 147 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 147 E Seneca Ave?
    The lot at 147 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,360 sq ft).

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