229 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314
SOLD
FEB 13, 2026

229 Franklin Ave
Des Moines, IA 50314

River Bend
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,744 sqft (on 1.20 acres)

$160,000

Last Sold: Feb 13, 2026
$92/sqft

$160,000

Last Sold: Feb 13, 2026
$92/sqft
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,744 sqft
(on 1.20 acres)

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Description

This single-family home is located at 229 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA. 229 Franklin Ave is in the River Bend neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50314. This property has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 1,744 sqft of floor space. The last sold price per dimension was $92/sqft. This property has a lot size of 1.20 acres and was built in 1926.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$92/sqft
Listed
No Info

Home Details for 229 Franklin Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: Other, Shingle
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1926Year Updated: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $92/sqft

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.20 acres

Price History for 229 Franklin Ave

DatePriceEventSource
02/13/2026$160,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,300
Assessment$189,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 229 Franklin Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.15
Single-Family Home
$227,257
01/20/26
4
1
1,764
0.28
Single-Family Home
$255,500
10/29/25
5
2
4,029
0.37
Single-Family Home
$150,000
10/20/25
5
2
1,893
0.42
Single-Family Home
$129,900
09/04/25
4
2
2,463
Home facts updated by county records

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 229 Franklin Ave.
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What Locals Say about River Bend

At least 4 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 100 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say there's wildlife

  • 71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say parking is easy

  • 57 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 40 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 40 % Say it's quiet

  • 25 % Say people would walk alone at night

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  • Munerama
    "I've lived alone here for 20 years - love it! Great neighbors and community spirit in River Bend..super close to everything - hospitals, restaurants, shopping, Civic Center, Botanical Center, fests along the river in Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter! A really great place to live."

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229 Franklin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,744 sqft single-family home built in 1926. 229 Franklin Ave is located in River Bend, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 229 Franklin Ave was last sold on Feb 13, 2026 for $160,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 229 Franklin Ave is $160,800.