Are yards well-kept in Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say yards are well-kept

Do kids play outside in Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say kids play outside

Does Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say there are sidewalks

Is a car needed in Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say car is needed

Are the streets well-lit in Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is parking easy in Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say parking is easy

Would people walk alone at night in Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say people would walk alone at night

Does Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are neighbors friendly in Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say there's wildlife

Is Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say it's quiet

Is Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do residents of Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are there community events in Pioneer Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 10% of users say there are community events

What is 1840 E Park Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1840 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is $321,800 .

What is the price history for 1840 E Park Ave?

1840 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $32,500 in November 2013.

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 1840 E Park Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 1840 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1840 E Park Ave?

The lot at 1840 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.30 acres (12,980 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$321,800

Trulia Estimate

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,437 sqft (on 0.30 acres)

1840 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

Pioneer Park

Est. Refi. Payment $2,210/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 6, 2013 for $32,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$322K

Since last month

$3K (-1%)

Since last year

$13K (+4.2%)

Since last sale

$285K (+875.4%)

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 +86% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$317K
August 2026	$320K
July 2026	$327K
June 2026	$330K
May 2026	$336K
April 2026	$320K
March 2026	$340K
February 2026	$321K
January 2026	$324K
2025
December 2025	$312K
November 2025	$324K
October 2025	$319K
September 2025	$304K
August 2025	$311K
July 2025	$309K
June 2025	$304K
May 2025	$323K
April 2025	$307K
March 2025	$304K
February 2025	$312K
January 2025	$310K
2024
December 2024	$303K
November 2024	$323K
October 2024	$315K
September 2024	$315K
August 2024	$315K
July 2024	$321K
June 2024	$317K
May 2024	$324K
April 2024	$330K
March 2024	$314K
February 2024	$306K
January 2024	$306K
2023
December 2023	$300K
November 2023	$305K
October 2023	$291K
September 2023	$305K
August 2023	$308K
July 2023	$297K
June 2023	$314K
May 2023	$282K
April 2023	$273K
March 2023	$264K
February 2023	$247K
January 2023	$245K
2022
December 2022	$237K
November 2022	$257K
October 2022	$271K
September 2022	$268K
August 2022	$274K
July 2022	$291K
June 2022	$311K
May 2022	$306K
April 2022	$301K
March 2022	$315K
February 2022	$334K
January 2022	$328K
2021
December 2021	$333K
November 2021	$329K
October 2021	$327K
September 2021	$328K
August 2021	$321K
July 2021	$308K
June 2021	$275K
May 2021	$217K
April 2021	$214K
March 2021	$226K
February 2021	$233K
January 2021	$237K
2020
December 2020	$228K
November 2020	$223K
October 2020	$213K
September 2020	$74K
August 2020	$236K
July 2020	$243K
June 2020	$243K
May 2020	$226K
April 2020	$207K
March 2020	$212K
February 2020	$213K
January 2020	$213K
2019
December 2019	$209K
November 2019	$199K
October 2019	$210K
September 2019	$216K
August 2019	$213K
July 2019	$206K
June 2019	$214K
May 2019	$228K
April 2019	$223K
March 2019	$214K
February 2019	$204K
January 2019	$219K
2018
December 2018	$229K
November 2018	$211K
October 2018	$195K
September 2018	$184K
August 2018	$175K
July 2018	$167K
June 2018	$184K
May 2018	$170K
April 2018	$165K
March 2018	$164K
February 2018	$178K
January 2018	$161K
2017
December 2017	$170K
November 2017	$162K
October 2017	$164K
September 2017	$158K
August 2017	$158K
July 2017	$138K
June 2017	$142K
May 2017	$147K
April 2017	$164K
March 2017	$151K
February 2017	$129K
January 2017	$88K
2016
December 2016	$170K
November 2016	$170K
October 2016	$168K
September 2016	$171K

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
1800 King Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.22	Single-Family Home	$202,000	01/07/26	3	2	1,357

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
1834 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.01	$121,800	2	1	476	Off Market
1836 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.01	$107,500	3	2	588	Off Market
1830 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.02	$109,100	3	2	588	Off Market
1828 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.02	$266,600	4	3	2,200	Off Market
3502 Truber Pl, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.21	$185,700	2	1	1,072	Off Market
405 E Miller Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.22	$240,700	3	2	1,191	Off Market
1842 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.01	$119,200	2	1	476	Off Market
1846 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.01	$99,600	Studio	1	476	Off Market
1848 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.02	$96,800	2	1	476	Off Market
1852 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.02	$171,500	2	2	2,765	Off Market
1854 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.03	$119,400	3	2	588	Off Market
1858 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.04	$225,000	4	2	952	For Sale

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 2014

0.3 acre lot

2,437 sqft

$132/sqft

About this House

Old world charm with all the new amenities setting on a hill overlooking stone bridges, rolling hills and mature trees. This South of Grand style home welcomes you with a open front porch accented with stone columns. As you open the door you will look straight through to the beautiful views. The split bedroom design separates the master suite from the two additional main floor bedrooms. A maple kitchen with espresso stain, granite counters and stainless appliances included a gas cook top create a well-designed cooks kitchen. The great room with a fireplace, a wall of windows and easy access to the covered deck. One of the few walkout sites provides a finished lower level with a family room with a wet bar and fireplace and two additional bedrooms plus a full bath. Great space for entertaining. All this with a five year full tax abatement. Call today.

1840 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,437 sqft single-family home in Pioneer Park, built in 2014. It last sold for $32,500 on Nov 6, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $321,800, with a rent estimate of $3,052/month.

Home Details for 1840 E Park Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAdditional StorageTypes of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, WorkshopStorage
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities MicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Asphalt, Shake ShingleExterior: Cement ConcreteFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2014
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 30, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$710,501
Mar 18, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$710,501 Price increased by 3%
Dec 17, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$686,500
Nov 6, 2013 Source: N/A	Sold	$32,500
Aug 1, 2009 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$235,000
Oct 6, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$235,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,494	$88,600

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

River Woods Elementary School
K-5
Public
460 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
3/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Had great experiences with our son's teachers in grades K-3. They were wonderful and the Principal was equally as great!
Parent Review
12y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Pioneer Park

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Buy: $100 - $354k

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What Locals Say about Pioneer Park

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

94 % Say yards are well-kept
94 % Say kids play outside
90 % Say there are sidewalks
90 % Say car is needed
87 % Say streets are well-lit
82 % Say it's dog friendly
75 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
72 % Say parking is easy
71 % Say people would walk alone at night
64 % Say there's holiday spirit
60 % Say neighbors are friendly
58 % Say there's wildlife
58 % Say it's quiet
47 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
10 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Resident
4y ago
"Ive live here for years. people are friendly , mind there buisness when necessary. helpful caring when needed. good yard up keep. respectful pet owners. holiday cheer"
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Theaxaya23
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6y ago
"It’s a community where everyone is familiar with so it can either be good or bad depending on your opinions "
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Anthea R.
Resident
7y ago
"Couldn't really say -- no-one in our household has kids. But as an owner of cats, I can say that one of purs was hit and killed by someone driving FAR too fast, and another was shot by someone with a pellet gun. Those things might also concern a parent."
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denisepeles
13y ago
"I used to live in the neighborhood and it is a great place to live! I've seen this house and it is beautiful and the neighborhood is too. There is a bus route and grocery stores, restaurants etc. "
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Beachblondesummer
14y ago
"The bus can pick you up right at the end of the street. The people in this neighborhood are so kind and sweet. They keep their yards organized and neat!"
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niecer727
14y ago
"It is a quiet neighborhood and the houses on this street are in great condition. A great place to live."
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Frequently asked questions about 1840 E Park Ave

What is 1840 E Park Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1840 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is $321,800.
What is the price history for 1840 E Park Ave?
1840 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $32,500 in November 2013.
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 1840 E Park Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 1840 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1840 E Park Ave?
The lot at 1840 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.30 acres (12,980 sq ft).