$166,300
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 762 sqft (on 0.29 acres)
231 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 30, 2013 for $33,100
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$166KSince last month
Decreased$2K (-1.3%)Since last year
Increased$8K (+5.3%)Since last sale
Increased$133K (+400.9%)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 +89% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| September 2026 | $166K |
| August 2026 | $168K |
| July 2026 | $168K |
| June 2026 | $167K |
| May 2026 | $168K |
| April 2026 | $167K |
| March 2026 | $165K |
| February 2026 | $161K |
| January 2026 | $160K |
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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 |
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0.17 | Single-Family Home | $220,000 | 04/02/26 | 3 | 1 | 884 | |
0.40 | Single-Family Home | $136,638 | 01/23/26 | 2 | 1 | 924 |
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 |
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0.02 | $200,600 | 3 | 2 | 888 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $214,700 | 2 | 1 | 912 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $160,500 | 2 | 1 | 872 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $131,300 | 2 | 1 | 570 | Off Market | |
0.08 | $240,200 | 3 | 2 | 1,266 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $235,800 | 3 | 2 | 1,040 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $240,800 | 3 | 1 | 1,140 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $230,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,342 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $231,200 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,045 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $221,400 | 2 | 1 | 1,008 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $104,500 | 2 | 1 | 606 | Off Market | |
0.08 | $60,200 | 1 | 1 | 610 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1915
0.29 acre lot
762 sqft
$218/sqft
Garage
About this House
Excellent opportunity to own this south side bungalow for over $29,000 less than assessed value! Vinyl sided single story on a large 80 x 159 lot with a 14 x 20 garage, and a 14 x 20 covered patio, newer vinyl siding and many updated windows. This home would make a great investment or owner occupied fixer. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property.
231 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 762 sqft single-family home built in 1915. It last sold for $33,100 on Apr 30, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $166,300, with a rent estimate of $1,093/month.
Home Details for 231 E Thornton Ave
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Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Dining Room |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1 |
Appliances & Utilities Refrigerator |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Vinyl |
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1915Year Updated: 2015 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 0.29 acres |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Apr 30, 2013 Source: DMMLS #413606 | Sold | $33,100 |
Mar 5, 2013 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $32,900 |
Feb 15, 2013 Source: N/A | Sold | $54,609 |
Aug 22, 2000 Source: N/A | Sold | $57,500 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $2,222 | $178,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
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
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84 % Say it's dog friendly
84 % Say there are sidewalks
82 % Say yards are well-kept
81 % Say car is needed
81 % Say parking is easy
67 % Say there's holiday spirit
66 % Say kids play outside
65 % Say streets are well-lit
63 % Say people would walk alone at night
56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
55 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
53 % Say it's quiet
52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
51 % Say there's wildlife
31 % Say there are community events
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Frequently asked questions about 231 E Thornton Ave
- What is 231 E Thornton Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 231 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA is $166,300.
- What is the price history for 231 E Thornton Ave?231 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $33,100 in April 2013.
- 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 231 E Thornton Ave?The lot at 231 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.29 acres (12,720 sq ft).
- Does 231 E Thornton Ave have a garage?Yes, 231 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

