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 1829 E 12th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1829 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA is $275,900 .

What is the price history for 1829 E 12th St?

1829 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $135,500 in February 2008.

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 1829 E 12th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1829 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1829 E 12th St?

The lot at 1829 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0 acres (50 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$275,900

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,984 sqft

1829 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 12, 2008 for $135,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$276K

Since last month

$27K (+11.2%)

Since last year

$26K (+10.5%)

Since last sale

$137K (+101%)

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 +84% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$272K
August 2026	$254K
July 2026	$245K
June 2026	$251K
May 2026	$249K
April 2026	$248K
March 2026	$229K
February 2026	$244K
January 2026	$238K
2025
December 2025	$237K
November 2025	$238K
October 2025	$244K
September 2025	$243K
August 2025	$246K
July 2025	$244K
June 2025	$248K
May 2025	$249K
April 2025	$241K
March 2025	$239K
February 2025	$230K
January 2025	$227K
2024
December 2024	$230K
November 2024	$234K
October 2024	$227K
September 2024	$230K
August 2024	$226K
July 2024	$238K
June 2024	$242K
May 2024	$236K
April 2024	$237K
March 2024	$232K
February 2024	$226K
January 2024	$220K
2023
December 2023	$223K
November 2023	$222K
October 2023	$220K
September 2023	$220K
August 2023	$223K
July 2023	$228K
June 2023	$227K
May 2023	$224K
April 2023	$218K
March 2023	$214K
February 2023	$209K
January 2023	$208K
2022
December 2022	$208K
November 2022	$209K
October 2022	$215K
September 2022	$218K
August 2022	$219K
July 2022	$219K
June 2022	$219K
May 2022	$218K
April 2022	$213K
March 2022	$214K
February 2022	$217K
January 2022	$217K
2021
December 2021	$214K
November 2021	$213K
October 2021	$216K
September 2021	$216K
August 2021	$217K
July 2021	$215K
June 2021	$213K
May 2021	$207K
April 2021	$197K
March 2021	$193K
February 2021	$187K
January 2021	$184K
2020
December 2020	$183K
November 2020	$183K
October 2020	$179K
September 2020	$177K
August 2020	$181K
July 2020	$184K
June 2020	$186K
May 2020	$183K
April 2020	$171K
March 2020	$167K
February 2020	$165K
January 2020	$163K
2019
December 2019	$163K
November 2019	$160K
October 2019	$169K
September 2019	$170K
August 2019	$170K
July 2019	$173K
June 2019	$174K
May 2019	$174K
April 2019	$177K
March 2019	$175K
February 2019	$173K
January 2019	$167K
2018
December 2018	$160K
November 2018	$159K
October 2018	$161K
September 2018	$160K
August 2018	$158K
July 2018	$160K
June 2018	$161K
May 2018	$159K
April 2018	$157K
March 2018	$155K
February 2018	$153K
January 2018	$151K
2017
December 2017	$157K
November 2017	$156K
October 2017	$155K
September 2017	$157K
August 2017	$157K
July 2017	$143K
June 2017	$147K
May 2017	$144K
April 2017	$148K
March 2017	$151K
February 2017	$149K
January 2017	$147K
2016
December 2016	$148K
November 2016	$145K
October 2016	$152K
September 2016	$148K

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	0.05	Single-Family Home	$162,884	11/07/25	3	1	1,519

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
1825 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$209,100	3	2	1,176	Off Market
1821 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$215,300	3	1	1,833	Off Market
1817 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$304,900	4	2	2,493	Off Market
1811 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$207,800	4	1	1,730	Off Market
1805 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$200,000	2	1	1,260	Recently Sold
1801 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.07	$182,300	3	1	1,778	Off Market
1211 Mattern Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$127,700	2	1	975	Off Market
1831 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$194,600	3	2	1,674	Off Market
1901 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$229,800	4	1	1,516	Off Market
1905 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$205,200	3	1	1,456	Off Market
1911 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$180,400	3	1	1,352	Off Market
1917 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$285,700	4	2	1,748	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1905

1,984 sqft

$139/sqft

Garage

About this House

Charming hm in historic Union Park neighborhood blends craftsmanship, unique characteristics, & quality construction of a classic home w/practical modern updates thru-out! Updates include: bonus room - great for library, office, den - between kit & DR, 1/2 bath, new roof (Jan 07), leaf-guard (April 07), & U.S. steel siding on house & garage. All windows have been updated to energy efficient ones, making them more economical no matter what the weather conditions. Newer Lenox furnace & central air, new sewer & water line, updated electric & plumbing - fin insulated attic. Kit completely remodeled w/gorgeous flooring installed April 06. Bathrooms on the main level & upstairs were both renovated in 04. LL is partially fin & w/3/4 bath. The remodeled front porch is a perfect oasis w/its own hot tub included. Lots of landscaping w/mature trees to provide ample shade in the summer. Ceiling fans thru-out, all appliances (including washer & dryer) & window treatments will stay.

1829 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,984 sqft single-family home in Union Park, built in 1905. It last sold for $135,500 on Feb 12, 2008. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $275,900, with a rent estimate of $2,136/month.

Home Details for 1829 E 12th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Masonry
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1905Year Updated: 2007
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 50 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Feb 12, 2008 Source: N/A	Sold	$135,500
Jan 8, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$140,000 Price decreased by 7%
Dec 14, 2007 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$150,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,950	$234,200

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

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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 1829 E 12th St

What is 1829 E 12th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1829 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA is $275,900.
What is the price history for 1829 E 12th St?
1829 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $135,500 in February 2008.
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 1829 E 12th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1829 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1829 E 12th St?
The lot at 1829 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0 acres (50 sq ft).