215 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

215 E 23rd St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 969 sqft

$218,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,479/mo*
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$218,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,479/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
969 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1915
Living Area
969 sqft
Price/Sqft
$225
Parking
Garage

About this House

This adorable 3 bedroom plus 2 nonconforming rooms & 2 bathroom updated home offers a neighborhood with mature trees and a homey charm. An adorable deck greets you when you pull up to the curb. The perfect spot for enjoying a beverage after work or your morning weekend coffee. Stepping inside, you'll see the spacious living area with open doorways, new trim, fresh flooring, and tons of natural light. Just off the living room is the formal dining room & the eat-in kitchen, which has been remodeled to include new cabinetry, and plenty of counter space for entertaining. The main bath has neutral paint, a new vanity, fixtures, and flooring. The bedrooms have cozy carpeting and are light and bright. Downstairs, you'll find a completely refreshed basement, neat and tidy and ready for your storage, a home gym, or craft corner. Two additional non conforming bedrooms and second bathroom finish off this space, adding more options to the property for a new owner to customize this unique home. Other updates include new windows. All information obtained from seller and public records.
215 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 969 sqft single-family home in Fairground, built in 1915. It last sold for $218,000 on Apr 4, 2024 (3% below the $225,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $218,500, with a rent estimate of $1,553/month.

Home Details for 215 E 23rd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 969 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 800 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 41

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Property Information
Parcel Number: 05001950000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $225,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Mar 08 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 969 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4791.6 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 687663Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 612-2702Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-05001950000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 21 hours ago
Listed by Beatris Mayorga, (515) 612-2702
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with: Joshua Moncivais, (515) 817-4061, RE/MAX Precision
Co-Buyer's Agent: Jason Rude, RE/MAX Precision
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#687663

Price History for 215 E 23rd St

DatePriceEventSource
04/04/2024$218,000Sold
DMMLS #687663
03/08/2024$225,000PendingDMMLS #687663
01/12/2024$225,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #687663
11/10/2023$115,000Sold
DMMLS #684446
10/27/2023$122,000PendingDMMLS #684446
10/26/2023$122,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #684446
05/08/1992$25,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$211K
$5.03KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$4MoM
Available listings
1009
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,208
Assessment$174,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 215 E 23rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2340 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$219,900
08/14/25
3
2
1,103
2425 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$238,000
09/12/25
3
2
1,224
2433 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$233,444
04/15/26
3
2
1,269
2432 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$200,000
07/14/26
3
2
1,144
2069 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$117,500
02/10/26
3
2
1,125
807 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$250,000
06/02/26
3
2
1,105
2317 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$212,900
07/01/26
3
1
1,106
2334 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$183,000
04/29/26
2
1.5
1,242
2537 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$206,000
12/12/25
3
2
1,499

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Neighborhood Overview

Fairground
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What Locals Say about Fairground

At least 35 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 74 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 50 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 46 % Say there's wildlife

  • 38 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 37 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say it's quiet

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Bailee Huddleson
    "I have had multiple encounters with my neighbors. They remain friendly and keep to themselves. Every once in awhile you will someone walking around that looks a little sus but I’ve had a good experience for the most part. "
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  • Trulia User
    "that the area is safe for their kids to live in and that it people and that their kids don't have too much to worry about in their neighborhood around their home or at school "
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  • Sue C.
    "We are friendly with several of our neighbors, we have BBQ'S or have snacks with a few of them. They look out for our place, as we look out for theirs. We definitely watch the "druggies" that come and go from one house across the alley from us."
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  • Sue C.
    "I've lived here for almost 3 years with a friend. It's a crowded house, but we all love this neighborhood. There was only a few incidents that had me concerned, but they seem to have been isolated. Neighbors tend to look out for each other here, like the old days."
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  • Susan C.
    "It's a nice quiet neighborhood with lots of dogs all around. Some outside in fenced yards, and some inside. Some being walked around by their owners. There are sidewalks to walk on."
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  • Leavinalegacy
    "Iowa State Fairgrounds is close by, which also houses events year round, such as flea markets, car shows, etc. "
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  • Mercedesericasix
    "Dogs in the neighborhood more than most. It is probably the oldest area in Des Moines so the houses aren't brand new but many have been updated and look beautiful"
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  • Julie S.
    "The commute is easy especially if you work downtown. There is great access to I-235 and I-80. West Des Moines and Clive area 15 minutes."
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  • Susan C.
    "I've been living here for over a year (with a friend), and have enjoyed it here. We are close to the stores and restaurants, and the Iowa State Fairgrounds. It's nice sitting out on the deck at night, other than the cars speeding down the street. "
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  • Susan C.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood, at my friend's house, for over a year, now. It is a very nice, kind, friendly neighborhood. "
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  • Susan C.
    "I have lived here, thanks to our friend for taking us in, for just about a year. It seems to be very friendly, and close to stores and restaurants. And is also close to the Iowa State Fairgrounds. "
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  • Susan C.
    "I've live here with our friend for about a year. It is a friendly neighborhood. It is very close to a lot of things, including the Iowa State Fairgrounds. "
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