2218 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

$153,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 552 sqft

2218 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairmont Park
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 23, 2024 for $151,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$153K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-1.2%)
Since last year
Increased$600 (+0.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$2K (+1.1%)
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 +169% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$153K
August 2026$154K
July 2026$155K
June 2026$154K
May 2026$154K
April 2026$153K
March 2026$152K
February 2026$151K
January 2026$150K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
2028 Searle St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$175,000
09/30/25
2
1
728
2113 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$129,400
03/13/26
2
2
640
2105 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$170,000
11/03/25
2
1
672
2216 Lay St, Des Moines, IA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$170,000
11/06/25
2
1
675
2212 Tichenor St, Des Moines, IA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$169,000
05/27/26
4
2
640
2204 Lay St, Des Moines, IA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$189,900
02/27/26
2
1
690

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
2121 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.07
$154,800
2
2
640
Off Market
2212 Tichenor St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.06
$169,000
4
2
640
Recently Sold
2113 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.09
$129,400
2
2
640
Recently Sold
2000 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.18
$191,200
3
1
955
Off Market
2021 E 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.20
$162,700
3
1
1,216
Recently Sold
2116 Searle St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.20
$187,300
3
1
1,159
Off Market
1918 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.21
$110,200
2
1
504
Off Market
2100 Searle St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.22
$210,000
3
1
1,008
Recently Sold
2028 Searle St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.23
$175,300
2
1
728
Off Market
2217 Searle St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.22
$165,700
2
1
693
Off Market
2219 Searle St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.22
$188,000
3
1
836
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
552 sqft
$278/sqft
Garage

About this House

Freshly painted inside and out. Walk in to a decent sized living room with new hardwood floors. Both bedrooms (2) have new carpet/pad. Great property for first time homebuyers. Well-priced investment property. Washer and Dryer and 3rd non conforming bed in basement. No concerns of water. Cabinets and workbench also. Located a few blocks from I235 for easy commute to work. Close to schools, parks, shopping, and dining. Less than 2 miles to the State Fair grounds. Move in ready. Ask your Realtor or call LA for a showing. Bonus: Oversized 2 car garage built 2001. 24x35 perfect for a work shop, car repair, etc. 2 enclosed porches and 3 newer sheds (12x16, 10x12, 12x8). Taxes are $2,030.50. Cheaper than renting. Ask your realtor about Neighborhood Finance. Live in the house over 5 year
2218 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 552 sqft single-family home in Fairmont Park, built in 1920. It last sold for $151,000 on Aug 23, 2024 (1% above the $149,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $153,300, with a rent estimate of $1,008/month.
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listed by Char Austin, (515) 965-9100
Keller Williams Ankeny Metro
Bought with: Stephanie Pearl, (515) 490-4733, RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#699363

Home Details for 2218 E 21st St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 552 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: Wood, PartialOther Structures: StorageExterior: Fence, StorageFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 200 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingIncludes Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06002407000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $149,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Jul 20 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: 552 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6054.84 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 699363Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 965-9100Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06002407000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 23, 2024
Source: DMMLS #699363
Sold
$151,000
Jul 20, 2024
Source: DMMLS #699363
Pending
$149,900
Jul 18, 2024
Source: DMMLS #699363
Listed For Sale
$149,900
Dec 20, 2021
Source: DMMLS #637340
Sold
$107,000
Oct 13, 2021
Source: DMMLS #637340
Pending
$103,000

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$214K
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$192
$1MoM
Available listings
1060
36MoM

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Fairmont Park
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What Locals Say about Fairmont Park

At least 14 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 95 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 72 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 25 % Say there's wildlife

  • 11 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "having all diversity accepted into the town events and the kindhearted people are going through the process "
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  • Trulia User
    "Plenty of dogs, but also hawks, if you have a small dog. Nice walk to Fairmont Park and Grandview Park."
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  • Trulia User
    "It's chilly in some places. Chickens can be running loose at times. Dogs running loose poo in our yard and others, not healthy poo, sometimes."
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  • Trulia User
    "city meetings, public library has events, teach out pool with water slides, Grandview park has shelters and on grid restrooms, tennis courts, Fairmont park has a big slide"
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  • Trulia User
    "there is a high school and elementary school in Fairmont Park and a middle school close by in Sheridan Park. Sheridan Park is a nice park with a wading pool and awesome slide."
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  • Tammy
    "Good school. Nice grocery store & some shopping. Generally well patrolled by police. Friendly neighbors"
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  • Cdavisxyz
    "Quiet, stable, well-maintained Leverett Park neighborhood with some 2nd- and 3rd-generation families. Mature trees, freeway access."
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Frequently asked questions about 2218 E 21st St

  • What is 2218 E 21st St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2218 E 21st St in Des Moines, IA is $153,300.
  • What is the price history for 2218 E 21st St?
    2218 E 21st St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $151,000 in August 2024.
  • Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
    Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
    The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
  • Does 2218 E 21st St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2218 E 21st St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 2218 E 21st St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2218 E 21st St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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