1956 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
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1956 E Bell Ave
Des Moines, IA 50320

Pioneer Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,172 sqft

$160,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,093/mo*
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$160,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,093/mo*
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3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,172 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

A great buy on this 3 bedroom one and a half bath home in quiet neighborhood within walking distance to Riverwoods Elementary, Fareway and city park. Features include one year roof, fresh interior and exterior paint, big bedrooms and large walk in closet in master. Washer and dryer are included and located on the main floor. The sliders walk on to a large covered patio and nice sized, fenced in corner lot. The home also has a one car detached garage, private patio and tons of charm. All appliances included.
1956 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,172 sqft townhouse in Pioneer Park, built in 1981. It last sold for $45,000 on Jul 25, 2019. More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2019 with an asking price of $1,195 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 22, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $160,400, with a rent estimate of $1,485/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 1956 E Bell Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: StoneFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached, On Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1981
Property Type / Style
Property Type: TownhouseArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7623 sqft

Price History for 1956 E Bell Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/22/2019$1,195ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/06/2019$1,195Listed For RentAgent Provided
07/25/2019$45,000Sold
N/A
08/01/2009$75,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/18/2009$75,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/27/2007$54,500Sold
N/A
08/16/1999$42,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

Year2025
Tax$2,294
Assessment$138,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1956 E Bell Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5806 SE 24th St, Des Moines, IA
2.02
Townhouse
$237,000
10/22/25
2
2
1,454

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Pioneer Park
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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

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  • Trulia User
    "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
    "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.
    "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
    "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
    "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
    "It is a quiet neighborhood and the houses on this street are in great condition. A great place to live."
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