Are yards well-kept in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say car is needed

Is M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say it's dog friendly

Does M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say there are sidewalks

Is M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is parking easy in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say parking is easy

Does M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say there's holiday spirit

Do residents of M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Do kids play outside in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say kids play outside

Is there wildlife in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there's wildlife

Is M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are the streets well-lit in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say streets are well-lit

Is M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say there are community events

Would people walk alone at night in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 29% of users say neighbors are friendly

What is 1518 Maple St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1518 Maple St in Des Moines, IA is $192,700 .

What is the price history for 1518 Maple St?

1518 Maple St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $195,000 in April 2022.

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 1518 Maple St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1518 Maple St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1518 Maple St?

The lot at 1518 Maple St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$192,700

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
576 sqft

1518 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50316

M.L. King Jr. Park

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 15, 2022 for $195,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$193K

Since last month

$0 (0%)

Since last year

$300 (+0.2%)

Since last sale

$3K (-1.3%)

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 +138% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$193K
August 2026	$193K
July 2026	$193K
June 2026	$193K
May 2026	$193K
April 2026	$192K
March 2026	$191K
February 2026	$189K
January 2026	$191K
2025
December 2025	$189K
November 2025	$191K
October 2025	$189K
September 2025	$191K
August 2025	$192K
July 2025	$196K
June 2025	$200K
May 2025	$201K
April 2025	$227K
March 2025	$227K
February 2025	$225K
January 2025	$224K
2024
December 2024	$225K
November 2024	$229K
October 2024	$227K
September 2024	$226K
August 2024	$221K
July 2024	$222K
June 2024	$223K
May 2024	$226K
April 2024	$226K
March 2024	$227K
February 2024	$225K
January 2024	$224K
2023
December 2023	$222K
November 2023	$214K
October 2023	$210K
September 2023	$206K
August 2023	$205K
July 2023	$207K
June 2023	$206K
May 2023	$206K
April 2023	$205K
March 2023	$204K
February 2023	$203K
January 2023	$202K
2022
December 2022	$201K
November 2022	$202K
October 2022	$204K
September 2022	$204K
August 2022	$203K
July 2022	$202K
June 2022	$200K
May 2022	$198K
April 2022	$196K
March 2022	$195K
February 2022	$195K
January 2022	$190K
2021
December 2021	$109K
November 2021	$111K
October 2021	$111K
September 2021	$112K
August 2021	$113K
July 2021	$115K
June 2021	$121K
May 2021	$120K
April 2021	$115K
March 2021	$116K
February 2021	$111K
January 2021	$107K
2020
December 2020	$108K
November 2020	$108K
October 2020	$109K
September 2020	$105K
August 2020	$110K
July 2020	$109K
June 2020	$107K
May 2020	$107K
April 2020	$94K
March 2020	$93K
February 2020	$95K
January 2020	$92K
2019
December 2019	$91K
November 2019	$92K
October 2019	$93K
September 2019	$93K
August 2019	$89K
July 2019	$89K
June 2019	$87K
May 2019	$89K
April 2019	$91K
March 2019	$91K
February 2019	$93K
January 2019	$89K
2018
December 2018	$90K
November 2018	$89K
October 2018	$90K
September 2018	$89K
August 2018	$86K
July 2018	$85K
June 2018	$84K
May 2018	$81K
April 2018	$75K
March 2018	$75K
February 2018	$73K
January 2018	$71K
2017
December 2017	$86K
November 2017	$84K
October 2017	$81K
September 2017	$80K
August 2017	$82K
July 2017	$85K
June 2017	$82K
May 2017	$82K
April 2017	$80K
March 2017	$77K
February 2017	$72K
January 2017	$74K
2016
December 2016	$79K
November 2016	$81K
October 2016	$85K
September 2016	$81K

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
1314 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA	0.41	Single-Family Home	$226,000	08/14/26	3	1	1,125
1246 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA	0.39	Single-Family Home	$215,000	07/06/26	3	1	1,166

Home facts updated by county records

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
1548 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.17	$224,000	2	3	1,860	Off Market
1544 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.16	$106,600	2	1	648	Off Market
1540 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.16	$146,000	5	2	1,442	Off Market
1520 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$76,200	1	1	716	Off Market
1522 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$113,300	3	1	854	Off Market
1530 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$132,900	3	1	1,042	Off Market
1532 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$100,100	3	2	1,182	Off Market
1538 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$114,100	3	1	1,328	Off Market
1544 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.07	$122,700	4	2	999	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1892

576 sqft

$335/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1518 Maple St, Des Moines, IA. 1518 Maple St is in the M.L. King Jr. Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 576 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7492 sqft and was built in 1892.

1518 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 576 sqft single-family home in M.L. King Jr. Park, built in 1892. It last sold for $195,000 on Apr 15, 2022. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2013 with an asking price of $850 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 22, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $192,700, with a rent estimate of $974/month.

Home Details for 1518 Maple St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 3
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Wood, MetalFoundation Type: Masonry
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1892Year Updated: 1960
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7492 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 15, 2022 Source: DMMLS #644087	Sold	$195,000
Feb 25, 2022 Source: DMMLS #644087	Pending	$195,000
Feb 18, 2022 Source: DMMLS #644087	PendingToActive	$195,000
Jan 14, 2022 Source: DMMLS #644087	Pending	$195,000
Jan 11, 2022 Source: DMMLS #644087	Listed For Sale	$195,000
Aug 22, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$850
Jul 31, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$850
Dec 19, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$35,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,292	$181,300

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

Capitol View Elementary School
PK-5
Public
532 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
my son has been at this school 3 years now. He will not be returning after this year. his reading levels are not advancing as they should. too many students in one class. ifeel like they are just pushing him thru.
Parent Review
8y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about M.L. King Jr. Park

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say yards are well-kept
92 % Say car is needed
77 % Say it's dog friendly
75 % Say there are sidewalks
71 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
60 % Say parking is easy
59 % Say there's holiday spirit
56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say there's wildlife
45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
45 % Say streets are well-lit
44 % Say it's quiet
42 % Say there are community events
33 % Say people would walk alone at night
29 % Say neighbors are friendly

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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"I've lived in this neighborhood for 2 years and stuff has been stolen from my yard, there is graffiti all over my house on the outside."
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Frequently asked questions about 1518 Maple St

What is 1518 Maple St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1518 Maple St in Des Moines, IA is $192,700.
What is the price history for 1518 Maple St?
1518 Maple St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $195,000 in April 2022.
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 1518 Maple St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1518 Maple St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1518 Maple St?
The lot at 1518 Maple St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).