1908 8th St
Des Moines, IA 50314
River Bend- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,716 sqft
$212,600
as of Aug 23, 2026
$212,600
as of Aug 23, 2026
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,716 sqft
Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
1,716 sqft
Price/Sqft
$124
Parking
Attached Garage
Local Information
-- mins to
About this House
Renovated home in the charming Riverbend Neighborhood. This house boasts brand new flooring, paint, appliances, lighting - everything! This home has over 1700 square feet of finished living space with usable space in the basement, should tenant choose to use it. Boasting 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, walk-in closet, dining room and eat-in kitchen with bar, great lighting and natural light, this house has it all! A fenced-in yard is great for kids and pets and the home has a detached 2 car garage, which comes in handy in these winter months.
If this is still a live listing the house is available. Tours by appointment only.
Requirements:
1. Must have at least 600 Credit Score & 3x Income (combined among tenants).
2. $1700 Base rent. Tenant pays all utilities.
3. 1-month security deposit required to hold.
4. 12-month lease preferred, longer is negotiable.
5. Must apply online. Application fee is $40.
6. All rent and deposit must be paid online.
7. Pets accepted (Dog: $30/month, Cat: $25/month)
8. No housing vouchers, section 8 accepted.
If this is still a live listing the house is available. Tours by appointment only.
Requirements:
1. Must have at least 600 Credit Score & 3x Income (combined among tenants).
2. $1700 Base rent. Tenant pays all utilities.
3. 1-month security deposit required to hold.
4. 12-month lease preferred, longer is negotiable.
5. Must apply online. Application fee is $40.
6. All rent and deposit must be paid online.
7. Pets accepted (Dog: $30/month, Cat: $25/month)
8. No housing vouchers, section 8 accepted.
1908 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50314 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,716 sqft single-family home in River Bend. It last sold for $75,200 on May 20, 2021 (4,247% above the $1,730 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2024 with an asking price of $1,775 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 3, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $212,600, with a rent estimate of $1,751/month.
Home Details for 1908 8th St
|
|---|
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
|
|---|
Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now |
|
|---|
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
|
|---|
Parking & Garage Parking: Attached, On Site |
Comparable Sales for 1908 8th St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.03 | Single-Family Home | $129,900 | 09/04/25 | 4 | 2 | 2,463 sqft | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | $150,000 | 10/20/25 | 5 | 2 | 1,893 sqft | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $130,000 | 09/16/25 | 5 | 1.5 | 3,307 sqft |
Nearby homes
Get a sense of prices in the area by checking nearby homes.Around this home
What Locals Say about River Bend
At least 4 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say it's dog friendly
100 % Say there's holiday spirit
100 % Say car is needed
71 % Say there's wildlife
71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
67 % Say there are sidewalks
65 % Say neighbors are friendly
60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
60 % Say parking is easy
57 % Say yards are well-kept
50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
40 % Say streets are well-lit
40 % Say it's quiet
25 % Say people would walk alone at night
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
LGBTQ Local Legal Protections
LGBTQ Local Legal Protections
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
Jan 3, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $1,730 |
Dec 31, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,730 Price decreased by 1% |
Dec 17, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,745 Price decreased by 2% |
Nov 14, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,775 |
May 20, 2021 Source: DMMLS #625262 | Sold | $75,200 |
Mar 30, 2021 Source: Iowa Realty #625262 | Listed For Sale | $65,000 |
Sep 3, 2013 Source: N/A | Sold | $35,000 |
May 1, 2008 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $99,900 |
Apr 5, 2008 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $99,900 Price increased by 19% |
Mar 15, 2008 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $84,000 Price decreased by 7% |
Dec 22, 2007 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $89,900 Price decreased by 10% |
Dec 1, 2007 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $99,900 |
Jun 11, 2007 Source: DMMLS #302300 | Sold | $44,900 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,689 | $191,800 |
Home facts updated by county records
Frequently asked questions about 1908 8th St
- What is 1908 8th St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 1908 8th St in Des Moines, IA is $212,600.
- What is the price history for 1908 8th St?1908 8th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $75,200 in May 2021.
- 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 1908 8th St have laundry facilities?Yes, 1908 8th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.
- Does 1908 8th St have parking?Yes, 1908 8th St in Des Moines, IA has on-site parking.
Homes for rent near 1908 8th St
Affordability
TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.

