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 1704 E 13th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1704 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA is $226,400 .

What is the price history for 1704 E 13th St?

1704 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $180,000 in June 2020.

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.

Does 1704 E 13th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1704 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

Does 1704 E 13th St have laundry facilities?

Yes, 1704 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.

OFF MARKET

$226,400

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,464 sqft

1704 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,577/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 16, 2020 for $180,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$226K

Since last month

$800 (+0.4%)

Since last year

$5K (+2.1%)

Since last sale

$48K (+26.7%)

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 +75% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$228K
August 2026	$227K
July 2026	$226K
June 2026	$226K
May 2026	$224K
April 2026	$226K
March 2026	$223K
February 2026	$220K
January 2026	$219K
2025
December 2025	$218K
November 2025	$222K
October 2025	$225K
September 2025	$223K
August 2025	$226K
July 2025	$228K
June 2025	$229K
May 2025	$228K
April 2025	$227K
March 2025	$225K
February 2025	$220K
January 2025	$220K
2024
December 2024	$222K
November 2024	$224K
October 2024	$225K
September 2024	$224K
August 2024	$223K
July 2024	$227K
June 2024	$227K
May 2024	$228K
April 2024	$228K
March 2024	$225K
February 2024	$222K
January 2024	$220K
2023
December 2023	$220K
November 2023	$220K
October 2023	$221K
September 2023	$222K
August 2023	$222K
July 2023	$225K
June 2023	$224K
May 2023	$222K
April 2023	$218K
March 2023	$213K
February 2023	$209K
January 2023	$208K
2022
December 2022	$208K
November 2022	$208K
October 2022	$212K
September 2022	$215K
August 2022	$214K
July 2022	$215K
June 2022	$218K
May 2022	$217K
April 2022	$211K
March 2022	$208K
February 2022	$208K
January 2022	$208K
2021
December 2021	$209K
November 2021	$208K
October 2021	$206K
September 2021	$205K
August 2021	$205K
July 2021	$204K
June 2021	$202K
May 2021	$199K
April 2021	$196K
March 2021	$194K
February 2021	$191K
January 2021	$185K
2020
December 2020	$181K
November 2020	$183K
October 2020	$182K
September 2020	$181K
August 2020	$181K
July 2020	$182K
June 2020	$181K
May 2020	$170K
April 2020	$158K
March 2020	$159K
February 2020	$158K
January 2020	$153K
2019
December 2019	$153K
November 2019	$148K
October 2019	$150K
September 2019	$152K
August 2019	$154K
July 2019	$155K
June 2019	$151K
May 2019	$150K
April 2019	$148K
March 2019	$148K
February 2019	$148K
January 2019	$146K
2018
December 2018	$146K
November 2018	$145K
October 2018	$146K
September 2018	$145K
August 2018	$145K
July 2018	$145K
June 2018	$144K
May 2018	$144K
April 2018	$143K
March 2018	$142K
February 2018	$141K
January 2018	$141K
2017
December 2017	$142K
November 2017	$139K
October 2017	$138K
September 2017	$139K
August 2017	$138K
July 2017	$137K
June 2017	$136K
May 2017	$136K
April 2017	$135K
March 2017	$134K
February 2017	$133K
January 2017	$132K
2016
December 2016	$131K
November 2016	$132K
October 2016	$131K
September 2016	$130K

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
1900 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA	0.12	Single-Family Home	$162,884	11/07/25	3	1	1,519
1602 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA	0.15	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
1710 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$217,300	4	2	1,760	Off Market
1714 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$223,300	4	2	1,721	Off Market
1716 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$271,100	4	1.5	2,587	Off Market
1720 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$184,800	3	1	1,032	Off Market
1724 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$258,600	3	2	2,064	Off Market
1800 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$207,300	3	1	1,658	Off Market
1700 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$220,000	3	2	2,143	Off Market
1644 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$210,100	4	1	1,596	Off Market
1217 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$151,400	2	1	928	Off Market
1640 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$172,700	2	1	1,064	Off Market
1638 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$164,900	2	1	1,136	Off Market
1634 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$173,600	3	1	1,042	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1917

1,464 sqft

$155/sqft

Garage

About this House

Get ready to fall in love! This Craftsman home welcomes you to an enclosed front porch with sliding windows that open. Hardwoods throughout, original built ins and buffet in dining room. The living room is very large and opens to the formal dining room. The updated kitchen has white/gray granite counter tops, newer stainless steele appliances, the cutest pot rack! The kitchen opens to a functional mud room and then a screened in porch perfect for looking out over your raised garden beds and completely fenced backyard. Theres a he or she shed plus a 3 car detached garage. The upstairs features three large bedrooms with big closets and an updated full bath with tile floors, shower and jacuzzi tub. Welcome Home!

1704 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,464 sqft single-family home in Union Park, built in 1917. It last sold for $180,000 on Jun 16, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $226,400, with a rent estimate of $1,502/month.

Home Details for 1704 E 13th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigerator

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: MetalPorch
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1917
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7753 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 16, 2020 Source: DMMLS #604317	Sold	$180,000
May 6, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$170,000
May 3, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$170,000
May 4, 2016 Source: DMMLS #513522	Sold	$128,500
Mar 19, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$129,900
Oct 27, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$129,900
Sep 30, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$129,900 Price decreased by 4%
Jul 23, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$135,900
Jul 22, 2008 Source: N/A	Sold	$89,500
May 16, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$103,000 Price decreased by 6%
May 8, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$109,900

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,008	$225,200

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
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Neighborhood Overview

Union Park

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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 1704 E 13th St

What is 1704 E 13th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1704 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA is $226,400.
What is the price history for 1704 E 13th St?
1704 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $180,000 in June 2020.
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.
Does 1704 E 13th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1704 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
Does 1704 E 13th St have laundry facilities?
Yes, 1704 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.