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

What is 226 E Holcomb Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 226 E Holcomb Ave in Des Moines, IA is $241,800 .

What is the price history for 226 E Holcomb Ave?

226 E Holcomb Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $234,000 in August 2024.

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 226 E Holcomb Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 226 E Holcomb Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

Does 226 E Holcomb Ave have laundry facilities?

Yes, 226 E Holcomb Ave in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.

OFF MARKET

226 E Holcomb Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313

Union Park

4 Beds
2 Baths
900 sqft

$241,800

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 23, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,625/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$241,800

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 23, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,625/mo*

Refinance Your Home

4 Beds

2 Baths

900 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$242K

Since last month

$100 (0%)

Since last year

$6K (+2.5%)

Since last sale

$7K (+3.2%)

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 +56% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$241K
July 2026	$241K
June 2026	$241K
May 2026	$241K
April 2026	$239K
March 2026	$236K
February 2026	$235K
January 2026	$233K
2025
December 2025	$235K
November 2025	$232K
October 2025	$232K
September 2025	$235K
August 2025	$236K
July 2025	$237K
June 2025	$236K
May 2025	$236K
April 2025	$233K
March 2025	$234K
February 2025	$231K
January 2025	$234K
2024
December 2024	$238K
November 2024	$237K
October 2024	$235K
September 2024	$235K
August 2024	$222K
July 2024	$224K
June 2024	$228K
May 2024	$231K
April 2024	$230K
March 2024	$230K
February 2024	$227K
January 2024	$227K
2023
December 2023	$229K
November 2023	$230K
October 2023	$230K
September 2023	$229K
August 2023	$241K
July 2023	$197K
June 2023	$194K
May 2023	$192K
April 2023	$190K
March 2023	$186K
February 2023	$183K
January 2023	$182K
2022
December 2022	$184K
November 2022	$188K
October 2022	$192K
September 2022	$193K
August 2022	$192K
July 2022	$190K
June 2022	$190K
May 2022	$189K
April 2022	$184K
March 2022	$184K
February 2022	$184K
January 2022	$181K
2021
December 2021	$181K
November 2021	$182K
October 2021	$181K
September 2021	$181K
August 2021	$180K
July 2021	$178K
June 2021	$170K
May 2021	$172K
April 2021	$170K
March 2021	$168K
February 2021	$166K
January 2021	$161K
2020
December 2020	$159K
November 2020	$159K
October 2020	$158K
September 2020	$158K
August 2020	$156K
July 2020	$157K
June 2020	$155K
May 2020	$155K

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
306 Watson Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.07	Single-Family Home	$257,000	12/19/25	3	2	1,800
2440 Saylor Rd, Des Moines, IA	0.07	Single-Family Home	$208,000	03/31/26	1	2	900
2355 Saylor Rd, Des Moines, IA	0.11	Single-Family Home	$156,000	10/31/25	3	1	704

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
224 E Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.01	$124,100	3	1	1,052	Off Market
220 E Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.02	$120,700	2	1	698	Off Market
206 E Holcomb Ave, Des moines, IA 50313	0.05	-	2	1	788	Off Market
202 E Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.04	$172,100	4	2	1,761	Off Market
1401 Clinton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	1.40	$146,500	2	1	744	Off Market
1407 Clinton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	1.41	$18,000	1	1	494	Recently Sold
300 E Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.01	$105,000	2	1	616	Off Market
302 E Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.02	$91,800	2	1	572	Off Market
304 E Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.02	$89,200	2	1	572	Off Market
308 E Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.03	$83,800	2	1	616	Off Market
310 E Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.04	$87,900	1	1	546	Off Market
312 E Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.05	$82,400	1	1	576	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 226 E Holcomb Ave.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

2018

Living Area

900 sqft

Price/Sqft

$269

About this House

You're going to love this almost-new 4-bedroom ranch-style home. The open-concept living area boasts a kitchen with plenty of counter space, numerous cabinets, a center island, and an adjacent eating area that opens to the living room. Just down the hall, you'll find a nicely sized laundry room, the main bedroom, and a spacious full bath. The lower level offers three more bedrooms, along with a sitting or game room area, and another generously sized full bath. The basement floors have been waterproofed and equipped with a sump pump, ensuring no worries about water in this home. Outside, you'll have a shed for storage and a three-car parking pad for vehicles. This property is conveniently located in a fantastic area, within walking distance to historic Union Park, featuring the famous carousel and Birdland Marina where you can watch the boats on the river or bring your fishing poles. Don't miss out???come take a look! 2023-09-20

226 E Holcomb Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 900 sqft single-family home in Union Park, built in 2018. It last sold for $234,000 on Aug 26, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $241,800, with a rent estimate of $1,535/month.

Home Details for 226 E Holcomb Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 3
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigerator

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Cement ConcreteFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2018
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5270 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 26, 2024 Source: N/A	Sold	$234,000
Nov 29, 2023 Source: N/A	Sold	$193,500
Sep 18, 2023 Source: DMMLS #682204	PriceChange	$230,000 Price decreased by 2%
Aug 22, 2023 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$235,500
Oct 1, 2018 Source: N/A	Sold	$146,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,670	$177,400

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

Findley Elementary School
K-6
Public
319 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
3/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
The teachers and principal really care about the children here.
Parent Review
3y ago
4 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

Union Park

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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.
Resident
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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Frequently asked questions about 226 E Holcomb Ave

What is 226 E Holcomb Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 226 E Holcomb Ave in Des Moines, IA is $241,800.
What is the price history for 226 E Holcomb Ave?
226 E Holcomb Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $234,000 in August 2024.
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 226 E Holcomb Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 226 E Holcomb Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
Does 226 E Holcomb Ave have laundry facilities?
Yes, 226 E Holcomb Ave in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.