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 240 E Hillside Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 240 E Hillside Ave in Des Moines, IA is $107,600 .

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.

What do residents say about the McKinley School - Columbus Park neighborhood?

Residents describe the McKinley School - Columbus Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines .

Does 240 E Hillside Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 240 E Hillside Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 240 E Hillside Ave?

The lot at 240 E Hillside Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.20 acres (8,755 sq ft).

240 E Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

OFF MARKET

$107,600

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
588 sqft

240 E Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

McKinley School - Columbus Park

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$108K

Since last month

$2K (-1.5%)

Since last year

$10K (+9.8%)

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 +109% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$108K
July 2026	$109K
June 2026	$114K
May 2026	$118K
April 2026	$113K
March 2026	$107K
February 2026	$98K
January 2026	$100K
2025
December 2025	$99K
November 2025	$99K
October 2025	$96K
September 2025	$96K
August 2025	$98K
July 2025	$101K
June 2025	$101K
May 2025	$104K
April 2025	$100K
March 2025	$101K
February 2025	$99K
January 2025	$98K
2024
December 2024	$96K
November 2024	$100K
October 2024	$95K
September 2024	$95K
August 2024	$98K
July 2024	$100K
June 2024	$101K
May 2024	$103K
April 2024	$99K
March 2024	$96K
February 2024	$88K
January 2024	$87K
2023
December 2023	$87K
November 2023	$88K
October 2023	$87K
September 2023	$86K
August 2023	$89K
July 2023	$91K
June 2023	$90K
May 2023	$87K
April 2023	$82K
March 2023	$77K
February 2023	$73K
January 2023	$73K
2022
December 2022	$73K
November 2022	$75K
October 2022	$76K
September 2022	$77K
August 2022	$76K
July 2022	$81K
June 2022	$84K
May 2022	$82K
April 2022	$76K
March 2022	$68K
February 2022	$59K
January 2022	$58K
2021
December 2021	$58K
November 2021	$60K
October 2021	$60K
September 2021	$60K
August 2021	$63K
July 2021	$67K
June 2021	$72K
May 2021	$78K
April 2021	$78K
March 2021	$77K
February 2021	$77K
January 2021	$70K
2020
December 2020	$69K
November 2020	$70K
October 2020	$72K
September 2020	$71K
August 2020	$75K
July 2020	$77K
June 2020	$76K
May 2020	$72K
April 2020	$80K
March 2020	$77K
February 2020	$74K
January 2020	$71K
2019
December 2019	$72K
November 2019	$74K
October 2019	$76K
September 2019	$76K
August 2019	$74K
July 2019	$77K
June 2019	$78K
May 2019	$79K
April 2019	$84K
March 2019	$83K
February 2019	$84K
January 2019	$84K
2018
December 2018	$82K
November 2018	$79K
October 2018	$73K
September 2018	$65K
August 2018	$64K
July 2018	$60K
June 2018	$62K
May 2018	$61K
April 2018	$61K
March 2018	$60K
February 2018	$55K
January 2018	$50K
2017
December 2017	$63K
November 2017	$57K
October 2017	$56K
September 2017	$55K
August 2017	$57K
July 2017	$55K
June 2017	$51K
May 2017	$51K
April 2017	$52K
March 2017	$50K
February 2017	$48K
January 2017	$50K
2016
December 2016	$51K
November 2016	$42K
October 2016	$44K
September 2016	$51K
August 2016	$52K

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
320 E Gray St, Des Moines, IA	0.26	Single-Family Home	$129,900	06/16/26	2	1	864
609 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.39	Single-Family Home	$167,000	04/30/26	2	1	728
1718 SE 2nd St, Des Moines, IA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$120,000	09/11/25	2	1	840
501 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.30	Single-Family Home	$150,000	11/13/25	1	1	480

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
303 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$166,100	2	1.5	1,184	Off Market
301 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$146,400	3	1	1,088	Off Market
245 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$116,200	2	2	924	Off Market
2422 Forest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312	2.18	$651,300	4	3	2,903	Off Market
2410 Forest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312	2.18	$675,900	5	3	3,919	Off Market
236 E Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$148,800	3	1	960	Off Market
230 E Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$131,400	2	1	828	Off Market
402 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.17	$150,200	2	1	672	Off Market
410 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.19	$129,000	2	1	672	Off Market
414 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.20	$172,000	2	1	672	For Sale
427 E Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.18	$143,500	2	1	864	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1925

Living Area

588 sqft

Price/Sqft

$183

About this House

This single-family home is located at 240 E Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA. 240 E Hillside Ave is in the McKinley School - Columbus Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50315. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 588 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 8755 sqft and was built in 1925.

240 E Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 588 sqft single-family home in McKinley School - Columbus Park, built in 1925. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $107,600, with a rent estimate of $833/month.

Home Details for 240 E Hillside Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Metal

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8755 sqft

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$864	$85,500

Home facts updated by county records

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$215K

$3.57KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$0MoM

Available listings

1022

12MoM

Around this home

McKinley Elementary School
PK-5
Public
267 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
4/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
McKinley has great staff, dedicated teachers, and wonderful students!
Parent Review
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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 240 E Hillside Ave

What is 240 E Hillside Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 240 E Hillside Ave in Des Moines, IA is $107,600.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
What do residents say about the McKinley School - Columbus Park neighborhood?
Residents describe the McKinley School - Columbus Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines.
Does 240 E Hillside Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 240 E Hillside Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 240 E Hillside Ave?
The lot at 240 E Hillside Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.20 acres (8,755 sq ft).