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

As of early 2026, 100% of users say parking is easy

Does Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there are sidewalks

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

As of early 2026, 95% of users say yards are well-kept

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

As of early 2026, 89% of users say car is needed

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

As of early 2026, 75% of users say people would walk alone at night

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

As of early 2026, 72% of users say kids play outside

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

As of early 2026, 68% of users say streets are well-lit

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

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

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

As of early 2026, 63% of users say there's holiday spirit

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

As of early 2026, 58% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

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

As of early 2026, 56% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

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

As of early 2026, 55% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Fairmont Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

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

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

As of early 2026, 33% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

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

As of early 2026, 25% of users say there's wildlife

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

As of early 2026, 11% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

1608 E 24th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairmont Park

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,097 sqft

$164,400

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 22, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,120/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$164,400

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 22, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,120/mo*

Refinance Your Home

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,097 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1915

Living Area

1,097 sqft

Price/Sqft

$150

Description

Great potential for an investor! Good square footage in this 2 story home, needs some TLC. Home inspection is for buyers knowledge only. Water will not be turned on. Purchaser should utilize alternative means to determine plumbing condition such as an air pressure test. Lender owned property. Offers to be submited with PreQual Letter from Countrywide. Free appraisal & credit report if financed thru Countrywide. Contact LA for PreQual Requirements

1608 E 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,097 sqft single-family home in Fairmont Park, built in 1915. It last sold for $136,000 on Apr 11, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $164,400, with a rent estimate of $1,550/month.

Home Details for 1608 E 24th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Masonry

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1915
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7492 sqft

Price History for 1608 E 24th St

Date	Price	Event	Source
04/11/2022	$136,000	Sold	DMMLS #643691
Recording Date 04/11/2022 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
01/31/2022	$142,500	Pending	DMMLS #643691

01/26/2022	$142,500	PriceChange	DMMLS #643691
Price Change $7,500 (-5%)
01/04/2022	$150,000	Listed For Sale	DMMLS #643691

01/14/2021	$13,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 01/14/2021 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
01/23/2009	$17,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 01/23/2009 Contract Date 01/13/2009 County Transfer Tax $28 Total Transfer Tax N/A
09/15/2008	$32,500	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

07/14/2008	$69,605	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 07/14/2008 Contract Date 07/03/2008 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
10/04/2004	$57,843	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 10/04/2004 Contract Date 09/22/2004 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/22/2004	$48,700	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/22/2004 Contract Date 03/20/2004 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
07/07/2003	$62,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 07/07/2003 Contract Date 07/03/2003 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026

Avg. sale price

$211K

$5.03KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.4%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$4MoM

Available listings

1009

2MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$2,338
Assessment	$133,800

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1608 E 24th St

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1904 Lay St, Des Moines, IA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$125,000	04/27/26	3	2	1,278
1459 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA	0.21	Single-Family Home	$75,000	01/08/26	3	2	1,188

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $184,200
2 bd
2 ba
1,136 sqft
1612 E 24th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $236,600
3 bd
2 ba
1,374 sqft
1616 E 24th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $164,600
2 bd
1 ba
936 sqft
1618 E 24th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $144,800
2 bd
1 ba
700 sqft
1624 E 24th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $214,100
3 bd
2 ba
1,593 sqft
1628 E 24th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $191,900
2 bd
1 ba
1,040 sqft
1632 E 24th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $251,700
4 bd
3 ba
2,244 sqft
1604 E 24th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
The American Real Estate Co.
OFF MARKET
Est. $177,900
3 bd
1 ba
864 sqft
2314 E Washington Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $146,400
3 bd
1 ba
1,072 sqft
1601 E 23rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $202,800
3 bd
1 ba
1,116 sqft
1607 E 23rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
RE/MAX Precision
OFF MARKET
Est. $159,800
1 ba
834 sqft
1609 E 23rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $169,900
3 bd
1 ba
1,032 sqft
1613 E 23rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317

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Assigned Schools

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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

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2y ago
"having all diversity accepted into the town events and the kindhearted people are going through the process "
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3y ago
"Plenty of dogs, but also hawks, if you have a small dog. Nice walk to Fairmont Park and Grandview Park."
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Resident
3y ago
"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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Resident
3y ago
"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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3y ago
"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
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6y ago
"Good school. Nice grocery store & some shopping. Generally well patrolled by police. Friendly neighbors"
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Cdavisxyz
14y ago
"Quiet, stable, well-maintained Leverett Park neighborhood with some 2nd- and 3rd-generation families. Mature trees, freeway access."
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