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

As of early 2026, 88% of users say yards are well-kept

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

As of early 2026, 85% of users say parking is easy

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

As of early 2026, 84% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Highland Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say there are sidewalks

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

As of early 2026, 76% of users say kids play outside

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

As of early 2026, 72% of users say car is needed

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

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's dog friendly

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

As of early 2026, 69% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

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

As of early 2026, 65% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

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

As of early 2026, 60% of users say streets are well-lit

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

As of early 2026, 60% of users say people would walk alone at night

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

As of early 2026, 54% of users say neighbors are friendly

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

As of early 2026, 53% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say it's quiet

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

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there's wildlife

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

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

147 E Seneca Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park

2 Beds
1 Bath
816 sqft

$126,100

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 5, 2026

$126,100

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 5, 2026

2 Beds

1 Bath

816 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

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. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $126,100, with a rent estimate of $1,255/month.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Patio

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

No Info

Listed

Less than a day ago

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 History for 147 E Seneca Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
05/21/2015	$58,000	Sold	DMMLS #447680
Recording Date 05/21/2015 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
10/24/2014	$46,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $3,000 (-6%)
09/13/2014	$49,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $8,050 (-14%)
07/29/2014	$57,950	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $550 (-1%)
05/23/2014	$58,500	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $4,400 (-7%)
11/02/2013	$62,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

11/21/2012	$69,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

05/19/2012	$69,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

04/07/2012	$69,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

12/08/2011	$69,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

10/28/2011	$74,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

07/01/2011	$74,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $4,000 (-5%)
04/28/2011	$78,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

04/21/2008	$67,500	Sold	DMMLS #324220
Recording Date 04/21/2008 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026

Avg. sale price

$206K

$5.33KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

98.6%

0.4%MoM

Price per sq ft

$187

$3MoM

Available listings

1004

12MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$2,426
Assessment	$138,600

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 147 E Seneca Ave

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
4000 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA	0.24	Single-Family Home	$65,000	08/27/25	2	1	784
3823 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$65,000	01/29/26	2	1	720
4032 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.30	Single-Family Home	$58,000	06/24/26	2	1	688
3704 Cornell St, Des Moines, IA	0.17	Single-Family Home	$125,000	08/05/25	2	1	792
3938 3rd St, Des Moines, IA	0.27	Single-Family Home	$95,000	10/01/25	2	1	712

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $176,200
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1 ba
960 sqft
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OFF MARKET
Est. $138,900
2 bd
1 ba
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OFF MARKET
Est. $220,000
3 bd
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RE/MAX Precision Corp.
OFF MARKET
Est. $186,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,162 sqft
4038 12th St,
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OFF MARKET
Est. $218,600
3 bd
1 ba
1,285 sqft
4030 12th St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
Keller Williams Realty GDM
OFF MARKET
Est. $180,100
3 bd
1 ba
1,072 sqft
4026 12th St,
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OFF MARKET
Est. $258,700
3 bd
2 ba
864 sqft
143 E Seneca Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313
Madden Realty
OFF MARKET
Est. $194,500
4 bd
2 ba
1,664 sqft
139 E Seneca Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $171,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,050 sqft
135 Seneca Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $138,300
2 bd
1 ba
884 sqft
131 Seneca Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $189,400
2 bd
2 ba
884 sqft
130 Lynch St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $97,600
1 bd
1 ba
600 sqft
138 Lynch St,
Des Moines, IA 50313

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Neighborhood Overview

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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.

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Resident
3y ago
"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
Resident
4y ago
"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.
Prev. Resident
6y ago
"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
Prev. Resident
8y ago
"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
Resident
8y ago
"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.
Resident
8y ago
"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.
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8y ago
"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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