1617 E  8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

$234,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,592 sqft

1617 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park
Est. Refi. Payment $1,589/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 19, 2018 for $155,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$235K
Since last month
Decreased$700 (-0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$4K (+1.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$79K (+51.2%)
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 +77% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$234K
August 2026$234K
July 2026$235K
June 2026$233K
May 2026$232K
April 2026$232K
March 2026$227K
February 2026$223K
January 2026$222K
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
0.13
Single-Family Home
$75,000
10/27/25
3
1
1,512
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
0.01
$166,100
2
1
1,100
Off Market
0.02
$169,400
3
2
1,108
Off Market
0.03
$176,000
3
1
1,049
Off Market
0.04
$204,000
4
2
1,731
Off Market
0.05
$263,300
5
3
1,890
Off Market
0.06
$248,000
4
2
2,020
Off Market
0.02
$150,000
4
2
1,812
Off Market
0.03
$165,000
3
2
1,583
For Sale
0.03
$176,900
2
1
1,386
Off Market
0.07
$491,300
5
3
4,094
Off Market
0.06
$213,100
3
1.5
1,704
Off Market

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
1,592 sqft
Price/Sqft
$147
Parking
Garage

About this House

Prepare to fall in love with this beautiful 3-bedroom home located in the Washington Heights neighborhood and within walking distance to Birdland Marina and Union Park.
1617 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,592 sqft single-family home in Union Park, built in 1915. It last sold for $155,000 on Oct 19, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $234,600, with a rent estimate of $1,713/month.

Home Details for 1617 E 8th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Floors: Hardwood, Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Stucco, Metal
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915Year Updated: 1945
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7405 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 27, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Mar 2, 2021
Source: N/A
Pending
$187,500
Feb 26, 2021
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$187,500
Oct 24, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$155,000
Oct 24, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$155,000

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$215K
$3.57K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$0
MoM
Available listings
1022
12
MoM

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

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
    " 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 "
  • Wendy F. H.
    "The community. the union park is a one of a kind park. Itโ€™s near Grandview university so you can take college classes and save money."
  • thejakes1323
    "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."
  • Erika B.
    "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 1617 E 8th St

  • What is 1617 E 8th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1617 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is $234,600.
  • What is the price history for 1617 E 8th St?
    1617 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $155,000 in October 2018.
  • 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 1617 E 8th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1617 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 1617 E 8th St?
    The lot at 1617 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,405 sq ft).

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