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 1707 E 8th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1707 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is $263,300 .

What is the price history for 1707 E 8th St?

1707 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $148,000 in April 2012.

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 1707 E 8th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1707 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

Does 1707 E 8th St have laundry facilities?

Yes, 1707 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

OFF MARKET

$263,300

Trulia Estimate

5 Beds
3 Baths
1,890 sqft

1707 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,774/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 2, 2012 for $148,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$263K

Since last month

$1K (-0.4%)

Since last year

$1K (+0.5%)

Since last sale

$115K (+77.9%)

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 +64% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$263K
August 2026	$263K
July 2026	$264K
June 2026	$263K
May 2026	$260K
April 2026	$260K
March 2026	$262K
February 2026	$256K
January 2026	$251K
2025
December 2025	$253K
November 2025	$255K
October 2025	$255K
September 2025	$257K
August 2025	$262K
July 2025	$265K
June 2025	$268K
May 2025	$265K
April 2025	$262K
March 2025	$259K
February 2025	$253K
January 2025	$253K
2024
December 2024	$252K
November 2024	$259K
October 2024	$258K
September 2024	$257K
August 2024	$258K
July 2024	$264K
June 2024	$265K
May 2024	$263K
April 2024	$262K
March 2024	$257K
February 2024	$250K
January 2024	$246K
2023
December 2023	$247K
November 2023	$247K
October 2023	$249K
September 2023	$248K
August 2023	$251K
July 2023	$249K
June 2023	$249K
May 2023	$251K
April 2023	$244K
March 2023	$241K
February 2023	$236K
January 2023	$236K
2022
December 2022	$236K
November 2022	$237K
October 2022	$245K
September 2022	$248K
August 2022	$250K
July 2022	$254K
June 2022	$261K
May 2022	$259K
April 2022	$249K
March 2022	$244K
February 2022	$235K
January 2022	$233K
2021
December 2021	$234K
November 2021	$234K
October 2021	$235K
September 2021	$234K
August 2021	$236K
July 2021	$236K
June 2021	$229K
May 2021	$217K
April 2021	$215K
March 2021	$211K
February 2021	$205K
January 2021	$202K
2020
December 2020	$197K
November 2020	$193K
October 2020	$191K
September 2020	$189K
August 2020	$195K
July 2020	$200K
June 2020	$198K
May 2020	$196K
April 2020	$179K
March 2020	$176K
February 2020	$171K
January 2020	$169K
2019
December 2019	$169K
November 2019	$168K
October 2019	$172K
September 2019	$170K
August 2019	$171K
July 2019	$175K
June 2019	$178K
May 2019	$175K
April 2019	$179K
March 2019	$178K
February 2019	$176K
January 2019	$176K
2018
December 2018	$175K
November 2018	$174K
October 2018	$176K
September 2018	$176K
August 2018	$174K
July 2018	$175K
June 2018	$174K
May 2018	$172K
April 2018	$168K
March 2018	$165K
February 2018	$165K
January 2018	$163K
2017
December 2017	$167K
November 2017	$165K
October 2017	$165K
September 2017	$168K
August 2017	$167K
July 2017	$156K
June 2017	$159K
May 2017	$160K
April 2017	$164K
March 2017	$166K
February 2017	$160K
January 2017	$154K
2016
December 2016	$154K
November 2016	$157K
October 2016	$160K
September 2016	$160K

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	0.15	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
1711 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$248,000	4	2	2,020	Off Market
801 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$267,000	3	1.5	2,250	Off Market
805 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$173,100	3	1	1,395	Off Market
738 E Washington Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.09	$325,600	4	2	2,142	Off Market
1610 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.08	$201,400	3	2	1,428	Off Market
1614 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.07	$200,900	3	2	1,600	Off Market
1703 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$204,000	4	2	1,731	Off Market
1631 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$176,000	3	1	1,049	Off Market
1627 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$169,400	3	2	1,108	Off Market
1623 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$166,100	2	1	1,100	Off Market
1617 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$234,600	3	2	1,592	Off Market
1609 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.07	$150,000	4	2	1,812	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1707 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

1900

Living Area

1,890 sqft

Price/Sqft

$139

Parking

Garage

About this House

This 4+ bedroom 3 story comes with all the charm but boasts updated kitchen, baths, newer furnace and CA and the list goes on. Enter this home and enjoy the original oak trim in a large living room with FRPLC, walk in the dining room w/oak floors and see the double slider doors leading to a massive 2 level deck, on into the kitchen with ample cabinets and counters, appliances included, the handy ? bath is at the bottom of double access stairs to the second floor w/3 BRs, full bath w/shower and inviting laundry with surrounding windows (w/d stay). Rise to the 3rd floor and feel the spacious 4th bedroom with giant angled windows for an amazing view. In the lower level is a 5th non-conforming BR and rec area with wet bar. In the historical Union Park area. Bike trail 1 blk, River/Marina 2 blks,downtown in minutes, I-235 to anywhere in 20 min.

1707 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,890 sqft single-family home in Union Park, built in 1900. It last sold for $148,000 on Apr 2, 2012. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $263,300, with a rent estimate of $2,135/month.

Home Details for 1707 E 8th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Office
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees
Furnished

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7500 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 2, 2012 Source: DMMLS #391985	Sold	$148,000
Jun 9, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$150,000
Sep 19, 2003 Source: N/A	Sold	$144,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,690	$227,800

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
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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 1707 E 8th St

What is 1707 E 8th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1707 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is $263,300.
What is the price history for 1707 E 8th St?
1707 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $148,000 in April 2012.
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 1707 E 8th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1707 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
Does 1707 E 8th St have laundry facilities?
Yes, 1707 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.