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 1917 E Creston Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1917 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA is $119,600 .

What is the price history for 1917 E Creston Ave?

1917 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $65,500 in December 2005.

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 1917 E Creston Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 1917 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1917 E Creston Ave?

The lot at 1917 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.08 acres (3,615 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$119,600

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
979 sqft

1917 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

Pioneer Park

Est. Refi. Payment $846/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 21, 2005 for $65,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$120K

Since last month

$3K (-2.1%)

Since last year

$2K (-1.6%)

Since last sale

$54K (+82.7%)

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 +96% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$120K
August 2026	$120K
July 2026	$122K
June 2026	$123K
May 2026	$125K
April 2026	$122K
March 2026	$119K
February 2026	$119K
January 2026	$117K
2025
December 2025	$115K
November 2025	$118K
October 2025	$118K
September 2025	$121K
August 2025	$122K
July 2025	$121K
June 2025	$122K
May 2025	$122K
April 2025	$120K
March 2025	$122K
February 2025	$117K
January 2025	$119K
2024
December 2024	$119K
November 2024	$121K
October 2024	$117K
September 2024	$115K
August 2024	$119K
July 2024	$122K
June 2024	$120K
May 2024	$123K
April 2024	$119K
March 2024	$114K
February 2024	$110K
January 2024	$108K
2023
December 2023	$110K
November 2023	$111K
October 2023	$109K
September 2023	$109K
August 2023	$109K
July 2023	$118K
June 2023	$109K
May 2023	$108K
April 2023	$105K
March 2023	$101K
February 2023	$97K
January 2023	$94K
2022
December 2022	$93K
November 2022	$93K
October 2022	$100K
September 2022	$100K
August 2022	$100K
July 2022	$102K
June 2022	$104K
May 2022	$103K
April 2022	$98K
March 2022	$95K
February 2022	$92K
January 2022	$91K
2021
December 2021	$93K
November 2021	$95K
October 2021	$98K
September 2021	$96K
August 2021	$96K
July 2021	$97K
June 2021	$94K
May 2021	$91K
April 2021	$88K
March 2021	$86K
February 2021	$83K
January 2021	$88K
2020
December 2020	$88K
November 2020	$84K
October 2020	$82K
September 2020	$74K
August 2020	$76K
July 2020	$75K
June 2020	$73K
May 2020	$76K
April 2020	$78K
March 2020	$79K
February 2020	$79K
January 2020	$79K
2019
December 2019	$79K
November 2019	$79K
October 2019	$77K
September 2019	$74K
August 2019	$75K
July 2019	$79K
June 2019	$79K
May 2019	$79K
April 2019	$77K
March 2019	$75K
February 2019	$74K
January 2019	$76K
2018
December 2018	$77K
November 2018	$79K
October 2018	$80K
September 2018	$80K
August 2018	$81K
July 2018	$76K
June 2018	$81K
May 2018	$83K
April 2018	$75K
March 2018	$79K
February 2018	$78K
January 2018	$82K
2017
December 2017	$79K
November 2017	$76K
October 2017	$72K
September 2017	$72K
August 2017	$72K
July 2017	$68K
June 2017	$61K
May 2017	$58K
April 2017	$58K
March 2017	$60K
February 2017	$61K
January 2017	$61K
2016
December 2016	$61K
November 2016	$61K
October 2016	$60K
September 2016	$61K

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
1854 Virginia Cir, Des Moines, IA	0.16	Single-Family Home	$115,000	02/02/26	3	1	1,085
2924 SE 20th St, Des Moines, IA	0.13	Single-Family Home	$190,000	04/10/26	3	1	983
1615 E Glenwood Dr, Des Moines, IA	0.42	Single-Family Home	$61,200	05/05/26	3	1	960
2610 SE 18th St, Des Moines, IA	0.18	Single-Family Home	$141,000	11/17/25	3	2	882

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
1922 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.03	$173,300	3	1	882	Off Market
1920 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.04	$137,500	3	2	1,172	Off Market
1918 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.04	$135,800	3	2	1,172	Off Market
1914 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.04	$140,500	3	2	1,172	Off Market
1912 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.04	$138,800	3	2	1,172	Off Market
1908 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.04	$132,400	3	2	1,172	Off Market
1919 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.01	$116,600	2	1	1,009	Off Market
1911 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.01	$110,300	2	1	1,009	Off Market
1909 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.01	$117,200	2	1	1,009	Off Market
1901 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.02	$118,000	2	2	1,009	Off Market
1903 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.02	$129,900	2	1	1,009	For Sale
1865 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.03	$121,900	3	2	1,172	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1917 E Creston Ave.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1970

979 sqft

$122/sqft

Garage

About this House

2 bedroom, bi-attached, sold as is.

1917 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 979 sqft single-family home in Pioneer Park, built in 1970. It last sold for $65,500 on Dec 21, 2005. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $119,600, with a rent estimate of $1,155/month.

Home Details for 1917 E Creston Ave

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 4

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1970
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Lot Information
Lot Area: 3615 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jul 24, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$32,000
Jun 21, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$32,000 Price decreased by 18%
Jun 17, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$39,000
Jul 1, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$39,000
May 15, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$39,000
Dec 21, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$65,500
Aug 1, 2001 Source: N/A	Sold	$45,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,814	$107,800

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

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
2 Reviews

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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.

Trulia User
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
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
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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Frequently asked questions about 1917 E Creston Ave

What is 1917 E Creston Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1917 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA is $119,600.
What is the price history for 1917 E Creston Ave?
1917 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $65,500 in December 2005.
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 1917 E Creston Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 1917 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1917 E Creston Ave?
The lot at 1917 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.08 acres (3,615 sq ft).