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

As of early 2026, 89% of users say yards are well-kept

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

As of early 2026, 88% of users say it's dog friendly

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

As of early 2026, 82% of users say car is needed

Does Union Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say there are sidewalks

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

As of early 2026, 76% of users say parking is easy

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

As of early 2026, 74% of users say there's holiday spirit

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

As of early 2026, 69% of users say kids play outside

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

As of early 2026, 58% of users say people would walk alone at night

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

As of early 2026, 56% of users say neighbors are friendly

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

As of early 2026, 55% of users say streets are well-lit

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

As of early 2026, 54% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Union Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say it's quiet

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

As of early 2026, 36% of users say there's wildlife

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

As of early 2026, 30% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

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

As of early 2026, 24% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

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

As of early 2026, 19% of users say there are community events

What is the price history for 1600 E 13th St?

1600 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $138,000 in May 2023.

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.

What do residents say about the Union Park neighborhood?

Residents describe the Union Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, dog-friendly, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Union Park, Des Moines .

Does 1600 E 13th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1600 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1600 E 13th St?

The lot at 1600 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.11 acres (4,965 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$138,000

Last sold price

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,618 sqft

1600 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park

Currently Off Market - Sold May 4, 2023 for $138,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1900 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA	0.25	Single-Family Home	$162,884	11/07/25	3	1	1,519

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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
1610 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$179,400	3	1	1,361	Off Market
1614 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$220,900	3	1	1,302	Recently Sold
1618 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$212,400	4	2	1,533	Off Market
1622 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$185,100	3	1	1,616	Off Market
1626 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$178,800	3	1	1,554	Off Market
1630 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$161,500	3	1	1,209	Off Market
1218 E Washington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$162,700	3	2	1,319	Off Market
1601 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$190,900	2	2	1,042	Off Market
1310 E Washington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$183,000	2	2	1,128	Off Market
1607 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$195,100	2	2	1,122	Off Market
1611 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$205,600	3	2	1,316	Off Market
1617 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$235,600	3	2	1,000	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1924

1,618 sqft

About this House

4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths; Larger-sized bedrooms; Great original woodwork including hardwood floors; High efficiency furnace; Central air; Full basement for storage; Fenced yard; Permanent siding; Off-street parking; Laundry hook-ups; Corner lot; Convenient location to downtown or the interstate; Check out this larger quality home! Sorry, no pets accepted

We require the first months rent plus security deposit at the time you sign your lease. The security deposit is for verifiable income. Sorry no pets accepted unless it is specifically identified in our listing. We welcome Section 8 Renters. We are locally owned and operated and provide rental housing as well as property management services in the Greater Des Moines Area. Be aware of internet rental scams. We will never request your credit card or bank account information over the phone or ask you to pay up front to view a property and all of our property listings will always include a specific address of the property. For more information and to check out all our available properties visit our website at www.dmhouserentals.com

1600 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,618 sqft single-family home in Union Park, built in 1924. It last sold for $138,000 on May 4, 2023. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2018 with an asking price of $1,145 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 24, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,670/month.

Home Details for 1600 E 13th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Masonry
Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1924Year Updated: 1930
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 4965 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Sep 4, 2026 Source: DMMLS #740266	ListingRemoved	$127,500
Sep 1, 2026 Source: DMMLS #740266	PendingToActive	$127,500
Aug 12, 2026 Source: DMMLS #740266	Pending	$127,500
Aug 5, 2026 Source: DMMLS #740266	PriceChange	$127,500 Price decreased by 6%
Aug 4, 2026 Source: DMMLS #740266	Pending	$135,000
Jul 14, 2026 Source: DMMLS #740266	PriceChange	$135,000 Price decreased by 13%
May 12, 2026 Source: DMMLS #740266	Listed For Sale	$155,000
May 4, 2023 Source: N/A	Sold	$138,000
Jan 24, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,145
Dec 18, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$1,145
Sep 11, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,095
Aug 31, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$1,095
Aug 24, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,070
Jul 26, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$1,070
Jan 31, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,050
Nov 18, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$1,050
Oct 4, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,035
Aug 22, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$1,035
Aug 24, 2004 Source: N/A	Sold	$63,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,636	$148,500

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

Cattell Elementary School
K-5
Public
264 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
3/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
The staff are worse than the kids! They have a click and once they tink your kid needs an extra push they treat them like they are low lifes. My kids go here and i hate it
Parent Review
9y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Union Park

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Buy: $19.9k - $320k

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What Locals Say about Union Park

At least 34 Trulia users voted on each feature.

89 % Say yards are well-kept
88 % Say it's dog friendly
82 % Say car is needed
79 % Say there are sidewalks
76 % Say parking is easy
74 % Say there's holiday spirit
69 % Say kids play outside
58 % Say people would walk alone at night
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
55 % Say streets are well-lit
54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
40 % Say it's quiet
36 % Say there's wildlife
30 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
24 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
19 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Marlene Brown Ackiss
Resident
4y ago
" I use to live in this neighborhood over on 810 Boyd I I really like the. Union park area Nice big tree love the way the is made "
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Wendy F. H.
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8y ago
"The community. the union park is a one of a kind park. It’s near Grandview university so you can take college classes and save money."
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thejakes1323
14y ago
"Wonderful older established affordable neighborhood. Nice trees, nice neighbors, nice homes. Most homes in the area have original woodwork, wood floors, built ins. The area is great for all; singles, couples, families, retirees. A great mix of ages. Low crime. My grandmother lived in this area for many years. My parents have owned three homes in the area over the years. Still a favorite area in East Des Moines. Close to downtown, restaurants, shopping, easy access to most main highways. Centrally located. Give it a look."
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Erika B.
14y ago
"Union Park Neighborhoods bounty of older classic homes at affordable prices, it's proximity to the East Village, and the quality of life that an enormous public park with a variety of intended uses from biking and boating to strolling and a trip to perhaps the largest playground in Des Moines Boundaries, makes this area superb for folks who work down town and don't want to drive their car more than necessary. Overall, it's a very nice place to live. Like most other areas of Des Moines, the educational systems needs improvement. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1600 E 13th St

What is the price history for 1600 E 13th St?
1600 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $138,000 in May 2023.
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.
What do residents say about the Union Park neighborhood?
Residents describe the Union Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, dog-friendly, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Union Park, Des Moines.
Does 1600 E 13th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1600 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1600 E 13th St?
The lot at 1600 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.11 acres (4,965 sq ft).