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

OFF MARKET

1859 E Creston Ave
Des Moines, IA 50320

Pioneer Park

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,172 sqft

$139,300

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 11, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $957/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$139,300

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 11, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $957/mo*

Refinance Your Home

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,172 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Description

This property is a Duplex
1st floor laundry
garage
fenced in yard

1859 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,172 sqft single-family home in Pioneer Park, built in 1980. It last sold for $80,000 on Nov 30, 2021. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2020 with an asking price of $1,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 23, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $139,300, with a rent estimate of $1,612/month.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Patio

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

No Info

Listed

Less than a day ago

Home Details for 1859 E Creston Ave

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5
Appliances & Utilities DryerWasher

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached, Off Street

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1980
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 3746 sqft

Price History for 1859 E Creston Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
11/30/2021	$80,000	Sold	DMMLS #634391
Recording Date 11/30/2021 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
11/03/2021	$85,000	Pending	DMMLS #634391

07/27/2021	$85,000	Listed For Sale	DMMLS #634391

02/23/2021		ListingRemoved	N/A

06/20/2020	$1,000	ListingRemoved	N/A

05/12/2020	$1,000	Listed For Rent	N/A

03/04/2020	$1,000	ListingRemoved	N/A

01/02/2020	$1,000	Listed For Rent	N/A

04/03/2013	$695	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

03/15/2013	$695	Listed For Rent	Agent Provided

05/27/1998	$27,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 05/27/1998 Contract Date 05/07/1998 County Transfer Tax $44 Total Transfer Tax N/A
09/17/1997	$28,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 09/17/1997 Contract Date 09/01/1997 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026

Avg. sale price

$206K

$5.33KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

98.6%

0.4%MoM

Price per sq ft

$187

$3MoM

Available listings

1004

12MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$1,936
Assessment	$115,100

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1859 E Creston Ave

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1854 Virginia Cir, Des Moines, IA	0.15	Single-Family Home	$115,000	02/02/26	3	1	1,085
2610 SE 18th St, Des Moines, IA	0.14	Single-Family Home	$141,000	11/17/25	3	2	882
1800 King Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.09	Single-Family Home	$202,000	01/07/26	3	2	1,357
2501 SE 18th Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.12	Single-Family Home	$263,000	08/15/25	3	1.5	1,300

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $137,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,172 sqft
1857 E Creston Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50320
OFF MARKET
Est. $141,400
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,172 sqft
1863 E Creston Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50320
OFF MARKET
Est. $127,500
3 bd
2 ba
1,172 sqft
1865 E Creston Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50320
OFF MARKET
Est. $125,200
2 bd
1 ba
1,009 sqft
1903 E Creston Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50320
OFF MARKET
Est. $122,900
2 bd
2 ba
1,009 sqft
1901 E Creston Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50320
OFF MARKET
Est. $127,100
1 ba
1,172 sqft
1851 E Creston Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50320
OFF MARKET
Est. $126,300
1 ba
1,172 sqft
1853 E Creston Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50320
OFF MARKET
Est. $127,700
3 bd
2 ba
1,172 sqft
2624 SE 19th St,
Des Moines, IA 50320
OFF MARKET
Est. $142,800
3 bd
2 ba
1,172 sqft
2626 SE 19th St,
Des Moines, IA 50320
OFF MARKET
Est. $163,400
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,172 sqft
2618 SE 19th St,
Des Moines, IA 50320
OFF MARKET
Est. $141,900
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,172 sqft
2620 SE 19th St,
Des Moines, IA 50320

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Neighborhood Overview

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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
Visitor
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
6y 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
12y 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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