1508 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

$95,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 528 sqft

1508 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairmont Park
Est. Refi. Payment $695/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 30, 2024 for $81,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$95.8K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-2.2%)
Since last year
Increased$9K (+9.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$15K (+18.4%)
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 +118% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$96K
August 2026$96K
July 2026$98K
June 2026$96K
May 2026$95K
April 2026$93K
March 2026$92K
February 2026$91K
January 2026$95K
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
1517 Delaware Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$99,000
04/03/26
2
1
600
1415 Delaware Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$135,000
07/17/26
2
1
616
1603 Searle St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$82,500
02/12/26
2
1
698
1740 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$85,200
02/20/26
2
1
816
1601 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$71,000
02/25/26
2
2
638
1411 Delaware Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$112,820
09/04/26
2
1
960
1349 De Wolf St, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$70,000
03/20/26
2
1
640
1529 E 19th St, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$119,000
06/30/26
2
1
748

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
1521 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.04
$151,200
2
1
963
Off Market
1509 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.03
$145,600
2
1
891
Off Market
1525 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.05
$122,900
2
1
480
Off Market
1517 Delaware Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.03
$99,000
2
1
600
Recently Sold
1525 Delaware Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.05
$142,100
2
1
768
Off Market
1451 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.07
$216,100
3
2
1,358
Off Market
1615 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.12
$230,900
2
2
1,122
Off Market
1460 E 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.12
$189,900
3
2
1,037
Recently Sold
1707 Delaware Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.14
$146,800
3
1
852
Off Market
1444 E 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.13
$114,900
2
1
738
For Sale
1711 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.15
$289,700
3
2.5
1,472
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1508 E 21st St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1918
528 sqft
$181/sqft

About this House

Priced to sell! This home has new paint, and flooring throughout. Easy access to the interstate, and only minutes from downtown Des Moines! Ditch the rent and become a homeowner today! All information obtained from Seller and public records.
1508 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 528 sqft single-family home in Fairmont Park, built in 1918. It last sold for $81,000 on Jan 30, 2024 (10% below the $89,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $95,800, with a rent estimate of $905/month.
Last check for updates: about 22 hours ago
Listed by Marc Bryan, (515) 669-9413
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with: Hosteng, Sherry, RE/MAX REC
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#686215

Home Details for 1508 E 21st St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 528 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Block
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 43

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1918
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06001066000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $89,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Jan 04 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 528 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6621.12 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 686215Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06001066000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 30, 2024
Source: DMMLS #686215
Sold
$81,000
Jan 4, 2024
Source: DMMLS #686215
Pending
$89,900
Dec 6, 2023
Source: DMMLS #686215
Listed For Sale
$89,900
Nov 30, 2023
Source: DMMLS #685235
ListingRemoved
Nov 10, 2023
Source: DMMLS #685235
Listed For Sale
$100,000

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$215K
$3.57KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$0MoM
Available listings
1022
12MoM

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Fairmont Park
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What Locals Say about Fairmont Park

At least 14 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 95 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 72 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there's wildlife

  • 11 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "having all diversity accepted into the town events and the kindhearted people are going through the process "
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  • Trulia User
    "Plenty of dogs, but also hawks, if you have a small dog. Nice walk to Fairmont Park and Grandview Park."
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  • Trulia User
    "It's chilly in some places. Chickens can be running loose at times. Dogs running loose poo in our yard and others, not healthy poo, sometimes."
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  • Trulia User
    "city meetings, public library has events, teach out pool with water slides, Grandview park has shelters and on grid restrooms, tennis courts, Fairmont park has a big slide"
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  • Trulia User
    "there is a high school and elementary school in Fairmont Park and a middle school close by in Sheridan Park. Sheridan Park is a nice park with a wading pool and awesome slide."
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  • Tammy
    "Good school. Nice grocery store & some shopping. Generally well patrolled by police. Friendly neighbors"
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  • Cdavisxyz
    "Quiet, stable, well-maintained Leverett Park neighborhood with some 2nd- and 3rd-generation families. Mature trees, freeway access."
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Frequently asked questions about 1508 E 21st St

  • What is 1508 E 21st St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1508 E 21st St in Des Moines, IA is $95,800.
  • What is the price history for 1508 E 21st St?
    1508 E 21st St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $81,000 in January 2024.
  • 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 $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
  • Does 1508 E 21st St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1508 E 21st St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 1508 E 21st St?
    The lot at 1508 E 21st St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,621 sq ft).

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