Does McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say there are sidewalks

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say it's dog friendly

Does McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is parking easy in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say car is needed

Are the streets well-lit in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say streets are well-lit

Do residents of McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Do kids play outside in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say kids play outside

Would people walk alone at night in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

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

Is there wildlife in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say there's wildlife

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say there are community events

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 31% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 229 E Jackson Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 229 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA is $116,600 .

What is the price history for 229 E Jackson Ave?

229 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $79,000 in August 2009.

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.

How big is the lot at 229 E Jackson Ave?

The lot at 229 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.11 acres (5,009 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$116,600

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,184 sqft

229 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

McKinley School - Columbus Park

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 11, 2009 for $79,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$117K

Since last month

$2K (-1.9%)

Since last year

$1K (-0.9%)

Since last sale

$38K (+47.6%)

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 +52% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$117K
August 2026	$116K
July 2026	$119K
June 2026	$125K
May 2026	$129K
April 2026	$126K
March 2026	$121K
February 2026	$114K
January 2026	$116K
2025
December 2025	$115K
November 2025	$113K
October 2025	$111K
September 2025	$111K
August 2025	$118K
July 2025	$118K
June 2025	$121K
May 2025	$120K
April 2025	$119K
March 2025	$120K
February 2025	$116K
January 2025	$118K
2024
December 2024	$117K
November 2024	$121K
October 2024	$117K
September 2024	$118K
August 2024	$122K
July 2024	$128K
June 2024	$131K
May 2024	$128K
April 2024	$128K
March 2024	$121K
February 2024	$112K
January 2024	$109K
2023
December 2023	$113K
November 2023	$112K
October 2023	$115K
September 2023	$111K
August 2023	$118K
July 2023	$119K
June 2023	$118K
May 2023	$118K
April 2023	$114K
March 2023	$111K
February 2023	$116K
January 2023	$121K
2022
December 2022	$121K
November 2022	$123K
October 2022	$125K
September 2022	$127K
August 2022	$128K
July 2022	$134K
June 2022	$138K
May 2022	$136K
April 2022	$127K
March 2022	$116K
February 2022	$103K
January 2022	$105K
2021
December 2021	$106K
November 2021	$110K
October 2021	$112K
September 2021	$112K
August 2021	$114K
July 2021	$118K
June 2021	$121K
May 2021	$127K
April 2021	$118K
March 2021	$106K
February 2021	$105K
January 2021	$99K
2020
December 2020	$102K
November 2020	$103K
October 2020	$109K
September 2020	$97K
August 2020	$91K
July 2020	$86K
June 2020	$73K
April 2020	$83K
March 2020	$80K
February 2020	$78K
January 2020	$78K
2019
December 2019	$79K
November 2019	$79K
October 2019	$88K
September 2019	$96K
August 2019	$92K
July 2019	$93K
June 2019	$98K
May 2019	$97K
April 2019	$97K
March 2019	$98K
February 2019	$101K
January 2019	$95K
2018
December 2018	$94K
November 2018	$91K
October 2018	$89K
September 2018	$89K
August 2018	$89K
July 2018	$87K
June 2018	$83K
May 2018	$81K
April 2018	$76K
March 2018	$70K
February 2018	$71K
January 2018	$80K
2017
December 2017	$83K
November 2017	$84K
October 2017	$80K
September 2017	$77K
August 2017	$79K
July 2017	$86K
June 2017	$88K
May 2017	$84K
April 2017	$82K
March 2017	$78K
February 2017	$71K
January 2017	$73K
2016
December 2016	$78K
November 2016	$79K
October 2016	$81K
September 2016	$77K

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
1709 SE 1st St, Des Moines, IA	0.14	Single-Family Home	$150,000	11/19/25	1	1	684

Home facts updated by county records

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
225 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$132,600	2	1	1,156	Off Market
215 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$198,900	3	2	1,392	Off Market
205 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$149,100	2	2	743	Off Market
201 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$283,400	3	2	1,427	Off Market
116 Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.09	$194,300	3	1	1,176	Off Market
120 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.08	$133,800	2	1	818	Off Market
233 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$169,900	2	1	1,192	Off Market
241 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$176,800	4	1	1,452	Off Market
249 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$179,000	4	2	1,463	Off Market
248 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$183,500	Studio	1	1,052	Off Market
236 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$383,900	5	3.5	1,781	Off Market
232 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$206,600	3	2	1,454	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1887

1,184 sqft

$98/sqft

About this House

4 bedrooms for under $80K. Plenty of space for the money. Great location & close to downtown! Bath and laundry on the main floor and a deck off the side of the house.

229 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,184 sqft single-family home in McKinley School - Columbus Park, built in 1887. It last sold for $79,000 on Aug 11, 2009. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $116,600, with a rent estimate of $1,605/month.

Home Details for 229 E Jackson Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Metal

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1887
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5009 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 11, 2009 Source: DMMLS #348040	Sold	$79,000
Jun 6, 2009 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$79,000
Sep 14, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$79,000
May 10, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$43,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,700	$110,700

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026

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

McKinley Elementary School
PK-5
Public
267 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
4/10
GreatSchools Rating
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McKinley has great staff, dedicated teachers, and wonderful students!
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about McKinley School - Columbus Park

At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.

92 % Say there are sidewalks
92 % Say it's dog friendly
89 % Say there's holiday spirit
85 % Say parking is easy
85 % Say yards are well-kept
73 % Say car is needed
73 % Say streets are well-lit
69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
64 % Say kids play outside
64 % Say people would walk alone at night
57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say there's wildlife
45 % Say it's quiet
40 % Say there are community events
31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Frequently asked questions about 229 E Jackson Ave

What is 229 E Jackson Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 229 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA is $116,600.
What is the price history for 229 E Jackson Ave?
229 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $79,000 in August 2009.
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.
How big is the lot at 229 E Jackson Ave?
The lot at 229 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.11 acres (5,009 sq ft).