Are yards well-kept in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say parking is easy

Would people walk alone at night in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are the streets well-lit in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say streets are well-lit

Is a car needed in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 68% of users say car is needed

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Does Watrous South, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Do kids play outside in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say kids play outside

Is Watrous South, Des Moines, IA quiet?

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

Does Watrous South, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there are sidewalks

Do residents of Watrous South, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Watrous South, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say there are community events

What is 2004 Highview Dr estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2004 Highview Dr in Des Moines, IA is $126,700 .

What is the price history for 2004 Highview Dr?

2004 Highview Dr in Des Moines, IA last sold for $61,500 in October 1999.

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 2004 Highview Dr have air conditioning?

Yes, 2004 Highview Dr in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2004 Highview Dr?

The lot at 2004 Highview Dr in Des Moines, IA is about 0.35 acres (15,246 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$126,700

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
920 sqft (on 0.35 acres)

2004 Highview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315

Watrous South

Est. Refi. Payment $892/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 1, 1999 for $61,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$127K

Since last month

$20K (-13.5%)

Since last year

$7K (-5.5%)

Since last sale

$65K (+106%)

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 +77% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$127K
August 2026	$125K
July 2026	$147K
June 2026	$146K
May 2026	$149K
April 2026	$145K
March 2026	$144K
February 2026	$139K
January 2026	$137K
2025
December 2025	$136K
November 2025	$139K
October 2025	$136K
September 2025	$136K
August 2025	$134K
July 2025	$139K
June 2025	$142K
May 2025	$142K
April 2025	$139K
March 2025	$145K
February 2025	$142K
January 2025	$137K
2024
December 2024	$144K
November 2024	$144K
October 2024	$148K
September 2024	$145K
August 2024	$149K
July 2024	$151K
June 2024	$153K
May 2024	$156K
April 2024	$150K
March 2024	$147K
February 2024	$140K
January 2024	$141K
2023
December 2023	$141K
November 2023	$140K
October 2023	$142K
September 2023	$144K
August 2023	$146K
July 2023	$149K
June 2023	$142K
May 2023	$143K
April 2023	$135K
March 2023	$131K
February 2023	$127K
January 2023	$129K
2022
December 2022	$131K
November 2022	$136K
October 2022	$139K
September 2022	$141K
August 2022	$140K
July 2022	$142K
June 2022	$141K
May 2022	$139K
April 2022	$133K
March 2022	$128K
February 2022	$122K
January 2022	$120K
2021
December 2021	$122K
November 2021	$124K
October 2021	$126K
September 2021	$127K
August 2021	$128K
July 2021	$129K
June 2021	$127K
May 2021	$124K
April 2021	$125K
March 2021	$124K
February 2021	$121K
January 2021	$120K
2020
December 2020	$120K
November 2020	$119K
October 2020	$121K
September 2020	$117K
August 2020	$116K
July 2020	$113K
June 2020	$108K
May 2020	$104K
April 2020	$115K
March 2020	$113K
February 2020	$109K
January 2020	$108K
2019
December 2019	$109K
November 2019	$108K
October 2019	$112K
September 2019	$110K
August 2019	$104K
July 2019	$100K
June 2019	$103K
May 2019	$98K
April 2019	$99K
March 2019	$96K
February 2019	$96K
January 2019	$96K
2018
December 2018	$95K
November 2018	$97K
October 2018	$97K
September 2018	$95K
August 2018	$92K
July 2018	$90K
June 2018	$87K
May 2018	$85K
April 2018	$83K
March 2018	$83K
February 2018	$86K
January 2018	$86K
2017
December 2017	$85K
November 2017	$86K
October 2017	$86K
September 2017	$91K
August 2017	$89K
July 2017	$82K
June 2017	$77K
May 2017	$78K
April 2017	$77K
March 2017	$79K
February 2017	$78K
January 2017	$78K
2016
December 2016	$72K
November 2016	$72K
October 2016	$72K
September 2016	$72K

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
6005 SW 15th St, Des Moines, IA	0.35	Single-Family Home	$180,000	07/07/26	3	1	836

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
1921 Payton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$226,800	3	2	1,092	Off Market
2013 Payton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$208,500	2	2	867	Off Market
2012 Highview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$213,400	4	1	1,324	Off Market
2007 Highview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$304,600	4	2	1,825	Off Market
2008 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.09	$225,000	3	2	1,280	Recently Sold
2007 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.13	$241,400	4	2	938	Off Market
2005 Highview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$209,100	2	2	810	Off Market
2000 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.08	$151,400	1	1	1,156	Off Market
1908 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.17	$164,200	2	1	781	Off Market
2003 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.13	$172,900	3	2	1,235	Off Market
1904 Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.17	$200,600	3	1	1,044	Off Market
1915 Southlawn Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.13	$186,200	3	1	959	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1950

0.35 acre lot

920 sqft

$138/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 2004 Highview Dr, Des Moines, IA. 2004 Highview Dr is in the Watrous South neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50315. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 920 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.35 acres and was built in 1950.

2004 Highview Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 920 sqft single-family home in Watrous South, built in 1950. It last sold for $61,500 on Oct 1, 1999. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2014 with an asking price of $600 per month. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $126,700, with a rent estimate of $1,263/month.

Home Details for 2004 Highview Dr

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bath
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.35 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 24, 2021 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved
Feb 17, 2016 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved	$83,600
Sep 21, 2014 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$83,600
Apr 6, 2014 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved	$83,600
Jan 18, 2014 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$83,600
Jan 7, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Rent	$600
May 8, 2013 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved	$83,600
Dec 1, 2012 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$83,600
Sep 28, 2012 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved	$83,600
Sep 29, 2011 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$83,600
Oct 1, 1999 Source: N/A	Sold	$61,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,396	$125,200

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

Wright Elementary School
K-5
Public
255 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
3/10
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What Locals Say about Watrous South

At least 23 Trulia users voted on each feature.

87 % Say yards are well-kept
84 % Say parking is easy
76 % Say people would walk alone at night
70 % Say streets are well-lit
68 % Say car is needed
67 % Say it's dog friendly
61 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
60 % Say there's holiday spirit
59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
58 % Say kids play outside
58 % Say it's quiet
50 % Say there are sidewalks
45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
45 % Say neighbors are friendly
42 % Say there's wildlife
20 % Say there are community events

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Frequently asked questions about 2004 Highview Dr

What is 2004 Highview Dr estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2004 Highview Dr in Des Moines, IA is $126,700.
What is the price history for 2004 Highview Dr?
2004 Highview Dr in Des Moines, IA last sold for $61,500 in October 1999.
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 2004 Highview Dr have air conditioning?
Yes, 2004 Highview Dr in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2004 Highview Dr?
The lot at 2004 Highview Dr in Des Moines, IA is about 0.35 acres (15,246 sq ft).