1523 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

$196,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 899 sqft

1523 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

M.L. King Jr. Park
Est. Refi. Payment $1,345/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 8, 2023 for $188,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$197K
Since last month
Increased$200 (+0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$900 (+0.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$9K (+4.6%)
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 +148% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$197K
August 2026$197K
July 2026$196K
June 2026$198K
May 2026$198K
April 2026$197K
March 2026$194K
February 2026$194K
January 2026$194K
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
1523 McCormick St, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$173,000
09/26/25
3
2
1,056
1531 Stewart St, Des Moines, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$175,000
12/19/25
3
1.5
1,062
1418 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$170,000
11/26/25
3
1
899
1527 De Wolf St, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$186,000
03/05/26
3
2
798
1420 McCormick St, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$180,000
09/12/25
5
2
952
1432 McCormick St, Des Moines, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$230,000
10/10/25
3
2
1,415
1429 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$147,000
01/06/26
3
1
957
1526 McCormick St, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$190,000
07/27/26
4
1.5
1,470
1345 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$228,000
06/26/26
4
2
899
1345 Sampson St, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$181,500
02/19/26
3
1
900

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
1429 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.07
$147,000
3
1
957
Recently Sold
1508 Dixon St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.09
$205,800
3
2
1,000
Off Market
1429 Sampson St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.10
$206,900
4
2
899
Off Market
1413 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.11
$146,800
3
1
957
Off Market
1418 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.11
$170,000
3
1
899
Recently Sold
1436 Sampson St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.11
$161,100
3
1
910
Off Market
1523 McCormick St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.13
$173,200
3
2
1,056
Off Market
1520 Stewart St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.15
$125,000
2
1
1,106
Recently Sold
1536 Stewart St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.15
$95,000
2
1
816
Recently Sold
1640 Cleveland Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.17
$184,000
3
1
840
For Sale
1522 McCormick St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.16
$238,500
4
1.5
1,470
Off Market

Local Information

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

Single-Family Home
Built in 1971
899 sqft
$219/sqft

About this House

This house was made a home for YOU! Updated kitchen, flooring, bathrooms & basement finishing make this affordable and move in ready. Kitchen is updated with quartz countertops, stainless appliances and new cabinets with glass backsplash. Living room has updated laminate flooring that carries into 3 bedrooms on main level. Full hall bathroom has extra tile detailing. Finished basement (approx 755 sq ft per seller) has oversized bathroom, recreational/living room space and TWO non-conforming bedrooms. To top it off, you have a good sized laundry room to keep the messes at bay. Outside you will find an extra parking pad in front, along with a huge patio/extra parking behind the home. No street parking needed here! Backyard is fully fenced & has a blackberry bush as well. Updated electrical & new windows (2021) take big expenses off your list. All information obtained from seller and public records.
1523 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 899 sqft single-family home in M.L. King Jr. Park, built in 1971. It last sold for $188,000 on Aug 8, 2023 (4% above the $180,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $196,500, with a rent estimate of $1,739/month.
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Casee Woodley, (515) 783-9272
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with: Mariela Mendoza, (515) 612-3389, Keller Williams Realty GDM
Co-Buyer's Agent: Junior Ibarra, (515) 497-8133, Keller Williams Realty GDM
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#677763

Home Details for 1523 E 17th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 899 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Laminate, Tile
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Open, PatioFencing: Chain Link, FullExterior: Fully Fenced, PatioFoundation: Block
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1971
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11002108000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $180,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jul 12 2023

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: 899 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7013.16 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 677763Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 783-9272Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11002108000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 8, 2023
Source: DMMLS #677763
Sold
$188,000
Jul 12, 2023
Source: DMMLS #677763
Pending
$180,000
Jul 7, 2023
Source: DMMLS #677763
Listed For Sale
$180,000
Jul 22, 2016
Source: DMMLS #516737
Sold
$73,500
May 26, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$81,000
Price decreased by 6%

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

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Neighborhood Overview

M.L. King Jr. Park
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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

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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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  • Brandi a. N. I.
    "Nothing makes my neighborhood unique. The kids are thieves and my stuff has been stolen multiple times."
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Frequently asked questions about 1523 E 17th St

  • What is 1523 E 17th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1523 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA is $196,500.
  • What is the price history for 1523 E 17th St?
    1523 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $188,000 in August 2023.
  • 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 1523 E 17th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1523 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1523 E 17th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1523 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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