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 1613 E 8th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1613 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is $247,900 .

What is the price history for 1613 E 8th St?

1613 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $136,000 in July 2014.

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 1613 E 8th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1613 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

Does 1613 E 8th St have laundry facilities?

Yes, 1613 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.

OFF MARKET

$247,900

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,369 sqft

1613 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,673/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 3, 2014 for $136,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$248K

Since last month

$200 (-0.1%)

Since last year

$7K (+3%)

Since last sale

$112K (+82.1%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +64% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$248K
August 2026	$247K
July 2026	$248K
June 2026	$246K
May 2026	$246K
April 2026	$244K
March 2026	$241K
February 2026	$238K
January 2026	$235K
2025
December 2025	$237K
November 2025	$239K
October 2025	$240K
September 2025	$240K
August 2025	$240K
July 2025	$243K
June 2025	$242K
May 2025	$243K
April 2025	$241K
March 2025	$239K
February 2025	$233K
January 2025	$233K
2024
December 2024	$236K
November 2024	$242K
October 2024	$242K
September 2024	$242K
August 2024	$240K
July 2024	$242K
June 2024	$243K
May 2024	$242K
April 2024	$244K
March 2024	$242K
February 2024	$239K
January 2024	$236K
2023
December 2023	$236K
November 2023	$237K
October 2023	$236K
September 2023	$234K
August 2023	$237K
July 2023	$238K
June 2023	$234K
May 2023	$231K
April 2023	$227K
March 2023	$222K
February 2023	$218K
January 2023	$218K
2022
December 2022	$219K
November 2022	$222K
October 2022	$229K
September 2022	$229K
August 2022	$231K
July 2022	$229K
June 2022	$232K
May 2022	$230K
April 2022	$225K
March 2022	$222K
February 2022	$216K
January 2022	$215K
2021
December 2021	$215K
November 2021	$216K
October 2021	$216K
September 2021	$215K
August 2021	$215K
July 2021	$212K
June 2021	$205K
May 2021	$194K
April 2021	$190K
March 2021	$187K
February 2021	$183K
January 2021	$180K
2020
December 2020	$180K
November 2020	$180K
October 2020	$181K
September 2020	$179K
August 2020	$179K
July 2020	$179K
June 2020	$179K
May 2020	$180K
April 2020	$176K
March 2020	$173K
February 2020	$173K
January 2020	$173K
2019
December 2019	$172K
November 2019	$171K
October 2019	$169K
September 2019	$170K
August 2019	$173K
July 2019	$171K
June 2019	$172K
May 2019	$170K
April 2019	$170K
March 2019	$171K
February 2019	$174K
January 2019	$169K
2018
December 2018	$173K
November 2018	$168K
October 2018	$168K
September 2018	$169K
August 2018	$169K
July 2018	$166K
June 2018	$165K
May 2018	$164K
April 2018	$163K
March 2018	$163K
February 2018	$159K
January 2018	$159K
2017
December 2017	$157K
November 2017	$156K
October 2017	$155K
September 2017	$154K
August 2017	$157K
July 2017	$156K
June 2017	$157K
May 2017	$158K
April 2017	$157K
March 2017	$155K
February 2017	$154K
January 2017	$153K
2016
December 2016	$152K
November 2016	$152K
October 2016	$152K
September 2016	$151K

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
1602 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA	0.12	Single-Family Home	$75,000	10/27/25	3	1	1,512
1427 Mattern Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.47	Single-Family Home	$176,000	10/30/25	3	2	1,248

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1613 E 8th St.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

2013

Living Area

1,369 sqft

Price/Sqft

$181

About this House

Beautiful 1.5 story home, new in 2013! Enjoy huge savings with the 2 years remaining on a tax abatement! When you walk in the front door, youâll immediately appreciate the updates throughout. Gorgeous wood laminate flooring on the entire 1st floor, stainless steel appliances, new cabinetry in the kitchen, and white painted trim adds extra charm. The master bedroom and Â¾ bath and laundry are also on the main floor. On the second level, you will find a 2 HUGE bedrooms and a full bath. Walking down to the spacious basement, you will find tons of room for entertaining or additional storage. Either use as is, or complete for your perfect rec room or âman cave!â This could easily be done, as the level has studs and an egress window. Donât miss your chance at this home, schedule your showing today! All blinds and porch swing included in sale.

1613 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,369 sqft single-family home in Union Park, built in 2013. It last sold for $136,000 on Jul 3, 2014. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $247,900, with a rent estimate of $1,763/month.

Home Details for 1613 E 8th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigerator

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2013
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7492 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 14, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$160,000
Mar 17, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$160,000
Mar 1, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$160,000
May 24, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$149,900
May 16, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$149,900
May 13, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$149,900
Jul 3, 2014 Source: DMMLS #427612	Sold	$136,000
Feb 11, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$139,900 Price decreased by 2%
Nov 1, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$142,500
Aug 3, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$14,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,260	$237,800

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

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

Findley Elementary School
K-6
Public
319 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
3/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
The teachers and principal really care about the children here.
Parent Review
3y ago
4 Reviews

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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
13y 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 1613 E 8th St

What is 1613 E 8th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1613 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is $247,900.
What is the price history for 1613 E 8th St?
1613 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $136,000 in July 2014.
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 1613 E 8th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1613 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
Does 1613 E 8th St have laundry facilities?
Yes, 1613 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.