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 1628 E 8th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1628 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is $156,900 .

What is the price history for 1628 E 8th St?

1628 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $22,005 in May 2015.

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 1628 E 8th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1628 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1628 E 8th St?

The lot at 1628 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$156,900

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,712 sqft

1628 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,087/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold May 28, 2015 for $22,005

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$157K

Since last month

$3K (-1.7%)

Since last year

$11K (+7.8%)

Since last sale

$135K (+613%)

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 +575% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$157K
August 2026	$156K
July 2026	$160K
June 2026	$158K
May 2026	$165K
April 2026	$158K
March 2026	$149K
February 2026	$143K
January 2026	$144K
2025
December 2025	$140K
November 2025	$141K
October 2025	$134K
September 2025	$142K
August 2025	$146K
July 2025	$152K
June 2025	$147K
May 2025	$148K
April 2025	$149K
March 2025	$143K
February 2025	$137K
January 2025	$137K
2024
December 2024	$137K
November 2024	$158K
October 2024	$163K
September 2024	$163K
August 2024	$173K
July 2024	$178K
June 2024	$179K
May 2024	$176K
April 2024	$166K
March 2024	$156K
February 2024	$149K
January 2024	$144K
2023
December 2023	$148K
November 2023	$146K
October 2023	$146K
September 2023	$147K
August 2023	$146K
July 2023	$144K
June 2023	$148K
May 2023	$153K
April 2023	$147K
March 2023	$144K
February 2023	$161K
January 2023	$171K
2022
December 2022	$172K
November 2022	$175K
October 2022	$181K
September 2022	$183K
August 2022	$184K
July 2022	$188K
June 2022	$193K
May 2022	$189K
April 2022	$181K
March 2022	$174K
February 2022	$163K
January 2022	$162K
2021
December 2021	$164K
November 2021	$164K
October 2021	$165K
September 2021	$166K
August 2021	$166K
July 2021	$168K
June 2021	$168K
May 2021	$170K
April 2021	$160K
March 2021	$160K
February 2021	$153K
January 2021	$157K
2020
December 2020	$151K
November 2020	$150K
October 2020	$150K
September 2020	$150K
August 2020	$147K
July 2020	$146K
June 2020	$143K
May 2020	$141K
April 2020	$138K
March 2020	$131K
February 2020	$129K
January 2020	$125K
2019
December 2019	$119K
November 2019	$114K
October 2019	$108K
September 2019	$104K
August 2019	$90K
July 2019	$88K
June 2019	$91K
May 2019	$90K
April 2019	$88K
March 2019	$102K
February 2019	$104K
January 2019	$101K
2018
December 2018	$107K
November 2018	$96K
October 2018	$98K
September 2018	$96K
August 2018	$94K
July 2018	$72K
June 2018	$52K
May 2018	$29K
April 2018	$26K
March 2018	$25K
February 2018	$25K
January 2018	$25K
2017
December 2017	$25K
November 2017	$25K
October 2017	$25K
September 2017	$25K
August 2017	$25K
July 2017	$25K
June 2017	$24K
May 2017	$24K
April 2017	$24K
March 2017	$24K
February 2017	$24K
January 2017	$24K
2016
December 2016	$24K
November 2016	$24K
October 2016	$24K
September 2016	$23K

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	0.17	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
737 Cherokee Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$246,100	4	2	2,085	Off Market
1615 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$152,800	3	1	1,248	Off Market
1617 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$229,100	4	2	2,298	Off Market
740 Cherokee Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$212,800	3	1	1,613	Off Market
734 Cherokee Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$240,400	4	2	1,814	Off Market
730 Cherokee Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$118,000	3	2	1,510	Off Market
1624 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$238,600	3	2	1,735	Off Market
1622 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$229,800	3	2	1,540	Off Market
1616 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$192,900	3	2	1,674	Off Market
1614 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$200,900	3	2	1,600	Off Market
1610 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$201,400	3	2	1,428	Off Market
738 E Washington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$325,600	4	2	2,142	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

1902

Living Area

1,712 sqft

Price/Sqft

$92

Parking

Garage

About this House

Exceptional opportunity to own this home for over $90,000 less than it sold for five years ago! Spacious 1.5 story classic with a 20 x 20 detached garage, covered front porch, one main floor and three second floor bedrooms, a bath on each floor and a formal dining area. Bring your tools and ideas to restore this home to it's original glory! This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Visit the HomePath website for additional details on this home and others offered by Fannie Mae

1628 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,712 sqft single-family home in Union Park, built in 1902. It last sold for $22,005 on May 28, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $156,900, with a rent estimate of $1,758/month.

Home Details for 1628 E 8th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1902Year Updated: 1997
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
May 28, 2015 Source: DMMLS #451995	Sold	$22,005
Apr 15, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$19,900
Oct 31, 1997 Source: N/A	Sold	$46,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,642	$204,100

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 1628 E 8th St

What is 1628 E 8th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1628 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is $156,900.
What is the price history for 1628 E 8th St?
1628 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $22,005 in May 2015.
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 1628 E 8th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1628 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1628 E 8th St?
The lot at 1628 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).