2238 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320
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OFF MARKET

2238 E Park Ave
Des Moines, IA 50320

River Woods
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,424 sqft

$289,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,908/mo*
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$289,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 31, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,908/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,424 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1993
Living Area
1,424 sqft
Price/Sqft
$203
Parking
2 Car Garage

About this House

Recently updated and move in ready two story home offering over 2000 square feet of finished living area and a GREAT backyard overlooking thick mature trees. This home backs to City of Des Moines parkland that features the Carl Voss Trail and easy access to the Cownie soccer and baseball fields. Features of the home include: Updated flooring throughout, fresh paint, walkout lower level with generous patio under deck, fully fenced backyard, new light fixtures, open main level layout, gas fireplace, all appliances included, and a large two stall garage. This home is located on a quiet street in a wonderful family friendly neighborhood with easy access to schools, parks, trail system, and easy commutes to downtown. Very easy to show and immediate possession is available, please call an agent today for a private tour.
2238 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,424 sqft single-family home in River Woods, built in 1993. It last sold for $285,000 on Mar 29, 2024 (5% below the $299,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $289,400, with a rent estimate of $1,965/month.

Home Details for 2238 E Park Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1424 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, WasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas LogHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: See RemarksFloors: Carpet, Hardwood
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: Wood, FullExterior: Fully FencedFoundation: Poured
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 700 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 154

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1993
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 01005983703000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $299,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Feb 23 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: 1424 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: See RemarksNot Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6751.8 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 682414Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 518-0802Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-01005983703000-R-N

Additional Information

See Remarks
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Cy Phillips, (515) 518-0802
Space Simply
Bought with: Austin Postier, (515) 689-0684, RE/MAX Results
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#682414

Price History for 2238 E Park Ave

DatePriceEventSource
03/29/2024$285,000Sold
DMMLS #682414
02/23/2024$299,000PendingDMMLS #682414
11/15/2023$299,000PriceChange
DMMLS #682414
09/21/2023$320,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #682414
01/10/2023$170,000Sold
N/A
03/31/2004$125,500Sold
N/A
01/16/2004$160,670Sold
N/A
12/26/2000$132,500Sold
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$4,718
Assessment$256,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2238 E Park Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2248 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$285,000
06/23/26
3
2.5
1,462
3006 Shadow Creek Ln, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$285,000
08/15/25
3
2
1,424
3024 Deerpath Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$295,000
03/01/26
4
3
1,308
3631 SE 23rd St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$264,900
05/19/26
3
2.5
1,382
2236 Riverwoods Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$290,000
05/22/26
4
3
1,217
2908 River Ridge Rd, Des Moines, IA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$289,990
09/08/25
3
3
1,213
3200 SE 22nd Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$250,000
06/26/26
3
2
982
2909 Shadow Creek Ln, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$295,000
01/23/26
4
3
1,218
2505 Grand River Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$315,000
07/27/26
3
3
1,326

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Neighborhood Overview

River Woods
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What Locals Say about River Woods

At least 5 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say it's quiet

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say kids play outside

  • 78 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say there are community events

  • 20 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 20 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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    "Access to River Trail is nearby. It makes excercise, walking the dog, and other various outdoor activities much easier in which to partake. Also, only about ten minutes from Downtown and East Village"
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