Are yards well-kept in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Union Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say it's dog friendly

Is a car needed in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say car is needed

Does Union Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say parking is easy

Does Union Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say there's holiday spirit

Do kids play outside in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say kids play outside

Would people walk alone at night in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are the streets well-lit in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say streets are well-lit

Do residents of Union Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Union Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say it's quiet

Is there wildlife in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say there's wildlife

Is Union Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 30% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is Union Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 24% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are there community events in Union Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 19% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

2205 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Union Park

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,386 sqft

$194,500

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 16, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,307/mo*

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$194,500

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 16, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,307/mo*

Refinance Your Home

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,386 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Description

Affordable and Adorable! Do not let the ordinary outside trick you....wait until you see the upgrades to the inside! Step inside and appreciate the original woodwork w/beautiful banister in the foyer. Gorgeous woodwork throughout the main level complements the large living room and formal dining room. Generous amount of cabinet/counter space accommodate the all included appliances. Counter seating makes it an easy spot for a quick snack. Bonus room on main level can be used as master bedroom with half bath & closet. Stairs lead up to two bedrooms on either side of the remodeled full bath. Lower level is excellent for storage and laundry. Huge deck on the back of the home offers room to chill and grill with friends under the shade of the mature trees. This home is located near Grandview University, parks, shopping and easy access to downtown and suburbs via I-80. Extreme care has been given to this Home Sweet Home! Qualifies for NFC Financing!

2205 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,386 sqft single-family home in Union Park, built in 1910. It last sold for $92,500 on May 20, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $194,500, with a rent estimate of $1,678/month.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Deck

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

No Info

Listed

Less than a day ago

Home Details for 2205 E 12th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Masonry
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1910Year Updated: 1931
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6664 sqft

Price History for 2205 E 12th St

Date	Price	Event	Source
05/20/2016	$92,500	Sold	DMMLS #508644
Recording Date 05/20/2016 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
12/03/2015	$92,500	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $2,000 (-2%)
09/19/2014	$94,500	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-5%)
04/29/2014	$99,500	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-5%)
08/15/2013	$104,500	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $2,900 (-3%)
05/25/2013	$107,400	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $2,500 (-2%)
03/16/2013	$109,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $2,600 (-2%)
01/31/2013	$112,500	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $2,400 (-2%)
11/30/2012	$114,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $2,600 (-2%)
09/29/2012	$117,500	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $2,500 (-2%)
06/08/2012	$120,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $4,900 (-4%)
03/13/2012	$124,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026

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

Year	2025
Tax	$2,834
Assessment	$171,300

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $196,200
3 bd
2 ba
1,844 sqft
2211 E 12th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $151,700
2 bd
1 ba
874 sqft
2213 E 12th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $106,100
2 bd
1 ba
583 sqft
2219 E 12th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $171,900
3 bd
1 ba
1,612 sqft
2223 E 12th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
SOLD
MAR 31, 2026
$320,000
3 bd
2.5 ba
1,558 sqft
2220 E 13th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
Realty ONE Group Impact
OFF MARKET
Est. $234,500
4 bd
3 ba
1,422 sqft
2201 E 12th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $188,200
1 ba
1,280 sqft
2121 E 12th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
SOLD
SEP 18, 2025
$145,000
4 bd
1.5 ba
1,433 sqft
2119 E 12th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
LPT Realty, LLC
OFF MARKET
Est. $168,300
3 bd
1 ba
1,208 sqft
2115 E 12th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $150,900
2 bd
1 ba
1,116 sqft
2111 E 12th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $163,900
3 bd
1 ba
1,394 sqft
2107 E 12th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316

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Neighborhood Overview

Union Park

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Buy: $23.9k - $410k

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What Locals Say about Union Park

At least 34 Trulia users voted on each feature.

89 % Say yards are well-kept
88 % Say it's dog friendly
82 % Say car is needed
79 % Say there are sidewalks
76 % Say parking is easy
74 % Say there's holiday spirit
69 % Say kids play outside
58 % Say people would walk alone at night
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
55 % Say streets are well-lit
54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
40 % Say it's quiet
36 % Say there's wildlife
30 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
24 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
19 % Say there are community events

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Marlene Brown Ackiss
Resident
3y ago
" I use to live in this neighborhood over on 810 Boyd I I really like the. Union park area Nice big tree love the way the is made "
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Wendy F. H.
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8y ago
"The community. the union park is a one of a kind park. It’s near Grandview university so you can take college classes and save money."
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thejakes1323
13y ago
"Wonderful older established affordable neighborhood. Nice trees, nice neighbors, nice homes. Most homes in the area have original woodwork, wood floors, built ins. The area is great for all; singles, couples, families, retirees. A great mix of ages. Low crime. My grandmother lived in this area for many years. My parents have owned three homes in the area over the years. Still a favorite area in East Des Moines. Close to downtown, restaurants, shopping, easy access to most main highways. Centrally located. Give it a look."
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Erika B.
14y ago
"Union Park Neighborhoods bounty of older classic homes at affordable prices, it's proximity to the East Village, and the quality of life that an enormous public park with a variety of intended uses from biking and boating to strolling and a trip to perhaps the largest playground in Des Moines Boundaries, makes this area superb for folks who work down town and don't want to drive their car more than necessary. Overall, it's a very nice place to live. Like most other areas of Des Moines, the educational systems needs improvement. "
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