231 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
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OFF MARKET

231 E Creston Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,199 sqft (on 1 acre)

$251,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,670/mo*
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$251,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,670/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,199 sqft
(on 1 acre)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Here's your chance to buy an acre (0.99 per assessor) within 2 minutes of downtown with all the big ticket items done for you - roof (2022), heating (2018), AC (2019), water heater (2021)! The main floor boasts hardwood and tile floors throughout a beautiful family/living room with fireplace & ample windows to let in tons of natural light, a formal dining room, kitchen and 2 good sized bedrooms with a full bathroom. Upstairs has tall ceilings, plenty of closet space and a half bathroom featuring exposed brick and lots of nooks! Walkout basement functions as a whole separate living suite with a 2nd family fireplace room (or nonconforming bedroom- has egress but no closet), kitchenette, 3/4 bathroom, storage room, and large utility/laundry/mud room (previously used for dog grooming) complete with walk-out door to 5ft fenced area! Outside, the privacy hedges are a classy touch as is the huge wraparound drive, which brings you to the main floor kitchen, or basement grooming/mudroom door, or the detached 2car garage, your choice. The garage has power to it and a kennel building added to the back featuring 3 indoor/outdoor runs plus 2 different fenced yards for a total of THREE SEPARATE fully fenced yards for all your pets to enjoy and stretch their legs!
231 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,199 sqft single-family home in Indianola Hills, built in 1951. It last sold for $253,000 on May 2, 2025 (1% below the $254,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $251,300, with a rent estimate of $1,817/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 231 E Creston Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Egress Windows,Finished,Walk-Out AccessWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1199 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Carpet, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Open, PatioFencing: Chain Link, FullExterior: Deck, Fully Fenced, PatioFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 888 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 135

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: One and One Half Story
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 01250000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $254,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Mar 26 2025

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: 1199 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1 Acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 707631Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 901-3403Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-01250000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Kelley Frary, (515) 901-3403
CDM Real Estate Services
Bought with: Adam Janssen, (515) 778-7078, Home Source Realty
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#707631

Price History for 231 E Creston Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/02/2025$253,000Sold
DMMLS #707631
03/26/2025$254,900PendingDMMLS #707631
03/17/2025$254,900PriceChange
DMMLS #707631
02/28/2025$259,000PriceChange
DMMLS #707631
01/24/2025$264,900PriceChange
DMMLS #707631
12/07/2024$269,000PriceChange
DMMLS #707631
11/23/2024$279,000PriceChange
DMMLS #707631
11/11/2024$289,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #707631
05/19/1997$90,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$206K
$5.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$187
$3MoM
Available listings
1004
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,610
Assessment$259,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 231 E Creston Ave

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
106 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$220,000
02/17/26
3
2
1,056
323 E Broad St, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$270,000
04/14/26
3
3.5
1,372
119 E Pleasant View Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$227,000
06/29/26
3
2
960
226 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$175,200
03/01/26
3
2
1,094
350 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$210,000
12/05/25
2
2
1,005
314 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$225,000
11/25/25
3
2
1,120
2717 S Union St, Des Moines, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$245,000
07/22/25
4
2
1,577
348 E Pleasant View Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$320,000
05/04/26
3
2.5
1,479
2320 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$265,000
12/30/25
3
1
1,696
20 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$210,000
11/05/25
2
2
825

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Neighborhood Overview

Indianola Hills
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What Locals Say about Indianola Hills

At least 19 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say car is needed

  • 65 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 39 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 37 % Say it's quiet

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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  • Monica Xlo
    "Nice neighborhood, lots of dog walkers in my area. Close to dog parks as well Quiet at night and during the day. "
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  • Cicily Hook
    "There are lots of dogs in the neighborhood. Therefore means there is barking. Don’t move to a dog friendly neighborhood if you don’t like that. Also loose dogs from time to time. Not a huge problem. "
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  • Lacey N.
    "I lived in the neighborhood for 6 years and I loved it! People are always willing to help and very friendly "
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  • Samuel Solano
    "Nice, safe, part of the south side. Good restaurants with easy access to downtown! Most neighborhoods are really quiet."
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  • Bacon
    "Cheap neighborhood with a lot of issues. It is not the greatest neighborhood, but you can tell most of the people here do not care about its deteriorating value and culture. Cannot wait to move out of here next month."
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  • markdavis65
    "Nice family area of Des Moines. Right off South Union, so easy access to downtown for work and nightlife. "
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