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 234 E Edison Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 234 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $156,100 .

What is the price history for 234 E Edison Ave?

234 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $122,500 in August 2021.

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.

Does 234 E Edison Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 234 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 234 E Edison Ave?

The lot at 234 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (7,144 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$156,100

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,276 sqft

234 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

McKinley School - Columbus Park

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 18, 2021 for $122,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$156K

Since last month

$4K (-2.6%)

Since last year

$3K (-2.1%)

Since last sale

$34K (+27.4%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +64% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$156K
August 2026	$156K
July 2026	$160K
June 2026	$162K
May 2026	$161K
April 2026	$159K
March 2026	$158K
February 2026	$153K
January 2026	$155K
2025
December 2025	$152K
November 2025	$154K
October 2025	$155K
September 2025	$156K
August 2025	$160K
July 2025	$160K
June 2025	$164K
May 2025	$164K
April 2025	$163K
March 2025	$161K
February 2025	$158K
January 2025	$158K
2024
December 2024	$158K
November 2024	$160K
October 2024	$158K
September 2024	$158K
August 2024	$161K
July 2024	$162K
June 2024	$164K
May 2024	$163K
April 2024	$161K
March 2024	$158K
February 2024	$154K
January 2024	$153K
2023
December 2023	$153K
November 2023	$153K
October 2023	$156K
September 2023	$155K
August 2023	$156K
July 2023	$156K
June 2023	$155K
May 2023	$157K
April 2023	$150K
March 2023	$142K
February 2023	$137K
January 2023	$134K
2022
December 2022	$134K
November 2022	$135K
October 2022	$136K
September 2022	$136K
August 2022	$136K
July 2022	$135K
June 2022	$135K
May 2022	$133K
April 2022	$132K
March 2022	$130K
February 2022	$129K
January 2022	$128K
2021
December 2021	$127K
November 2021	$125K
October 2021	$124K
September 2021	$124K
August 2021	$123K
July 2021	$123K
June 2021	$131K
May 2021	$137K
April 2021	$133K
March 2021	$132K
February 2021	$128K
January 2021	$126K
2020
December 2020	$121K
November 2020	$123K
October 2020	$125K
September 2020	$115K
August 2020	$108K
July 2020	$109K
June 2020	$109K
May 2020	$111K
April 2020	$119K
March 2020	$118K
February 2020	$115K
January 2020	$112K
2019
December 2019	$114K
November 2019	$110K
October 2019	$107K
September 2019	$103K
August 2019	$98K
July 2019	$105K
June 2019	$110K
May 2019	$106K
April 2019	$105K
March 2019	$108K
February 2019	$108K
January 2019	$107K
2018
December 2018	$104K
November 2018	$111K
October 2018	$113K
September 2018	$113K
August 2018	$116K
July 2018	$113K
June 2018	$112K
May 2018	$113K
April 2018	$108K
March 2018	$106K
February 2018	$107K
January 2018	$106K
2017
December 2017	$111K
November 2017	$109K
October 2017	$108K
September 2017	$108K
August 2017	$98K
July 2017	$108K
June 2017	$103K
May 2017	$103K
April 2017	$103K
March 2017	$101K
February 2017	$100K
January 2017	$98K
2016
December 2016	$97K
November 2016	$100K
October 2016	$99K
September 2016	$95K

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
238 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$172,600	3	2	1,328	Off Market
244 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$158,500	2	1	1,082	Off Market
249 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$173,300	2	1.5	1,054	Off Market
245 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$170,100	3	1	1,344	Off Market
241 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$142,200	2	1	929	Off Market
237 E Dunham Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$142,200	2	1.5	1,216	Off Market
224 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$172,000	6	2	1,592	Off Market
220 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$132,100	2	1	980	Off Market
214 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$174,200	3	2	1,040	Off Market
208 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$184,900	5	1.5	1,806	Off Market
202 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.07	$146,300	2	1	984	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1887

1,276 sqft

$122/sqft

Garage

About this House

You won't want to miss this charming spacious old-style home New carpet throughout, this home has 4B, 1B, and plenty of space for family gatherings. 1276 sq ft. Warm weather is on the rise, and you may just find yourself enjoying a nice cold glass of lemonade on the 3-season front porch Great neighborhood, Des Moines school district, easy access to local bike trails, splash park, and just minutes from downtown. You might even catch a firework show from Principal Park because you are that close to the baseball field This would make a great starter home or investment project

234 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,276 sqft single-family home in McKinley School - Columbus Park, built in 1887. It last sold for $122,500 on Aug 18, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $156,100, with a rent estimate of $1,662/month.

Home Details for 234 E Edison Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Masonry
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1887Year Updated: 1914
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7140 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 18, 2021 Source: DMMLS #630596	Sold	$122,500
Jul 14, 2021 Source: DMMLS #630596	Pending	$123,000
Jun 29, 2021 Source: DMMLS #630596	PriceChange	$123,000 Price decreased by 6%
Jun 15, 2021 Source: DMMLS #630596	PriceChange	$130,900 Price decreased by 6%
Jun 3, 2021 Source: DMMLS #630596	PriceChange	$139,900 Price increased by 8%
Mar 22, 2021 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$130,000
Nov 25, 2014 Source: N/A	Sold	$67,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,244	$142,900

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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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 234 E Edison Ave

What is 234 E Edison Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 234 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $156,100.
What is the price history for 234 E Edison Ave?
234 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $122,500 in August 2021.
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.
Does 234 E Edison Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 234 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 234 E Edison Ave?
The lot at 234 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (7,144 sq ft).