Are yards well-kept in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say parking is easy

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

As of early 2026, 76% of users say people would walk alone at night

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

As of early 2026, 70% of users say streets are well-lit

Is a car needed in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 68% of users say car is needed

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Does Watrous South, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Do kids play outside in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say kids play outside

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say it's quiet

Does Watrous South, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there are sidewalks

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

As of early 2026, 45% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say there are community events

What is 1503 Elder Ln estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1503 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is $573,300 .

What is the price history for 1503 Elder Ln?

1503 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA last sold for $133,500 in February 2016.

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 1503 Elder Ln have air conditioning?

Yes, 1503 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1503 Elder Ln?

The lot at 1503 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is about 0.19 acres (8,233 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$573,300

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2 Baths
960 sqft (on 63 acres)

1503 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 1, 2016 for $133,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$573K

Since last month

$70K (+12.8%)

Since last year

$174K (+39.4%)

Since last sale

$484K (+362.2%)

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 +384% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$617K
August 2026	$606K
July 2026	$547K
June 2026	$589K
May 2026	$583K
April 2026	$573K
March 2026	$625K
February 2026	$589K
January 2026	$654K
2025
December 2025	$574K
November 2025	$588K
October 2025	$503K
September 2025	$486K
August 2025	$443K
July 2025	$470K
June 2025	$535K
May 2025	$512K
April 2025	$557K
March 2025	$527K
February 2025	$531K
January 2025	$533K
2024
December 2024	$545K
November 2024	$568K
October 2024	$631K
September 2024	$579K
August 2024	$571K
July 2024	$549K
June 2024	$544K
May 2024	$560K
April 2024	$547K
March 2024	$553K
February 2024	$519K
January 2024	$493K
2023
December 2023	$536K
November 2023	$559K
October 2023	$480K
September 2023	$479K
August 2023	$458K
July 2023	$456K
June 2023	$393K
May 2023	$443K
April 2023	$423K
March 2023	$423K
February 2023	$405K
January 2023	$349K
2022
December 2022	$348K
November 2022	$335K
October 2022	$352K
September 2022	$353K
August 2022	$345K
July 2022	$333K
June 2022	$325K
May 2022	$294K
April 2022	$226K
March 2022	$224K
February 2022	$219K
January 2022	$214K
2021
December 2021	$215K
November 2021	$214K
October 2021	$214K
September 2021	$214K
August 2021	$213K
July 2021	$212K
June 2021	$199K
May 2021	$176K
April 2021	$172K
March 2021	$175K
February 2021	$173K
January 2021	$162K
2020
December 2020	$165K
November 2020	$157K
October 2020	$159K
September 2020	$159K
August 2020	$164K
July 2020	$166K
June 2020	$164K
May 2020	$165K
April 2020	$163K
March 2020	$160K
February 2020	$157K
January 2020	$157K
2019
December 2019	$156K
November 2019	$155K
October 2019	$157K
September 2019	$156K
August 2019	$159K
July 2019	$158K
June 2019	$156K
May 2019	$154K
April 2019	$157K
March 2019	$156K
February 2019	$158K
January 2019	$156K
2018
December 2018	$155K
November 2018	$156K
October 2018	$156K
September 2018	$155K
August 2018	$152K
July 2018	$152K
June 2018	$153K
May 2018	$152K
April 2018	$151K
March 2018	$151K
February 2018	$150K
January 2018	$148K
2017
December 2017	$145K
November 2017	$144K
October 2017	$141K
September 2017	$141K
August 2017	$141K
July 2017	$141K
June 2017	$140K
May 2017	$139K
April 2017	$140K
March 2017	$139K
February 2017	$137K
January 2017	$134K
2016
December 2016	$132K
November 2016	$131K
October 2016	$129K
September 2016	$128K

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
1223 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.25	Single-Family Home	$228,720	12/15/25	3	2	977
1323 Emma Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.15	Single-Family Home	$172,550	12/09/25	4	3	2,121

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
1501 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$206,500	3	1	960	Off Market
1407 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$270,700	3	2	1,641	Off Market
1405 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$206,900	3	1	1,035	Off Market
1401 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$216,600	3	1	1,120	Off Market
1400 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.07	$221,200	3	2	1,152	Off Market
1404 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$230,500	4	1	1,092	Off Market
1965 E Army Post Rd, Des Moines, IA 50320	3.07	$299,600	3	1	1,464	Off Market
2319 Stanton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.67	$288,400	4	2	1,500	Off Market
2317 Stanton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.65	$299,300	3	3	1,447	Off Market
4226 SW 23rd Pl, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.64	$297,800	4	3	1,086	Off Market
4220 SW 23rd Pl, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.63	$271,300	3	2	1,304	Off Market
4214 SW 23rd Pl, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.65	$280,600	3	2	1,292	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1955

63 acre lot

960 sqft

$597/sqft

Garage

About this House

Totally remodeled ranch home that features: four bedrooms, brand new kitchen with all stainless steel appliances, beautifully refinished hardwood floors, new tile, roof, and windows, finished lower level with additional family room and plenty of storage, attached garage, huge back patio, and fenced in backyard.

1503 Elder Ln, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 960 sqft single-family home in Watrous South, built in 1955. It last sold for $133,500 on Feb 1, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $573,300, with a rent estimate of $1,627/month.

Home Details for 1503 Elder Ln

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 63.00 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Feb 1, 2016 Source: DMMLS #504247	Sold	$133,500
Sep 25, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$135,000
Feb 13, 2015 Source: DMMLS #447192	Sold	$61,250
Jan 13, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$59,900
Nov 14, 2014 Source: N/A	Sold	$97,934
Jun 1, 2006 Source: N/A	Sold	$124,500
Jan 24, 2003 Source: N/A	Sold	$110,500
Feb 12, 1999 Source: N/A	Sold	$93,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,346	$197,600

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

Wright Elementary School
K-5
Public
255 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
3/10
GreatSchools Rating
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Watrous South

At least 23 Trulia users voted on each feature.

87 % Say yards are well-kept
84 % Say parking is easy
76 % Say people would walk alone at night
70 % Say streets are well-lit
68 % Say car is needed
67 % Say it's dog friendly
61 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
60 % Say there's holiday spirit
59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
58 % Say kids play outside
58 % Say it's quiet
50 % Say there are sidewalks
45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
45 % Say neighbors are friendly
42 % Say there's wildlife
20 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Frequently asked questions about 1503 Elder Ln

What is 1503 Elder Ln estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1503 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is $573,300.
What is the price history for 1503 Elder Ln?
1503 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA last sold for $133,500 in February 2016.
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 1503 Elder Ln have air conditioning?
Yes, 1503 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1503 Elder Ln?
The lot at 1503 Elder Ln in Des Moines, IA is about 0.19 acres (8,233 sq ft).