Does River Woods, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there are sidewalks

Is River Woods, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say it's quiet

Is a car needed in River Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in River Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say yards are well-kept

Do kids play outside in River Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say kids play outside

Is River Woods, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say it's dog friendly

Is parking easy in River Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say parking is easy

Does River Woods, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are neighbors friendly in River Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in River Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say there's wildlife

Would people walk alone at night in River Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are the streets well-lit in River Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say streets are well-lit

Do residents of River Woods, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are there community events in River Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there are community events

Is River Woods, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is River Woods, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

What is 2414 E Thornton Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2414 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA is $288,600 .

What is the price history for 2414 E Thornton Ave?

2414 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $124,000 in October 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.

Does 2414 E Thornton Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 2414 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

Does 2414 E Thornton Ave have a pool?

Yes, 2414 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA has a pool.

2414 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

OFF MARKET

$288,600

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,900 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

2414 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

River Woods

Est. Refi. Payment $1,990/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 1, 2013 for $124,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$289K

Since last month

$3K (-0.9%)

Since last year

$9K (+3%)

Since last sale

$166K (+133.5%)

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
September 2026	$290K
August 2026	$292K
July 2026	$296K
June 2026	$293K
May 2026	$295K
April 2026	$294K
March 2026	$293K
February 2026	$285K
January 2026	$284K
2025
December 2025	$281K
November 2025	$287K
October 2025	$287K
September 2025	$281K
August 2025	$281K
July 2025	$286K
June 2025	$291K
May 2025	$292K
April 2025	$289K
March 2025	$287K
February 2025	$280K
January 2025	$282K
2024
December 2024	$284K
November 2024	$289K
October 2024	$290K
September 2024	$291K
August 2024	$291K
July 2024	$293K
June 2024	$292K
May 2024	$293K
April 2024	$287K
March 2024	$284K
February 2024	$278K
January 2024	$275K
2023
December 2023	$275K
November 2023	$275K
October 2023	$278K
September 2023	$278K
August 2023	$277K
July 2023	$269K
June 2023	$268K
May 2023	$279K
April 2023	$272K
March 2023	$266K
February 2023	$259K
January 2023	$258K
2022
December 2022	$259K
November 2022	$263K
October 2022	$269K
September 2022	$270K
August 2022	$268K
July 2022	$271K
June 2022	$274K
May 2022	$274K
April 2022	$266K
March 2022	$260K
February 2022	$254K
January 2022	$250K
2021
December 2021	$251K
November 2021	$251K
October 2021	$248K
September 2021	$249K
August 2021	$249K
July 2021	$250K
June 2021	$247K
May 2021	$239K
April 2021	$236K
March 2021	$231K
February 2021	$225K
January 2021	$221K
2020
December 2020	$221K
November 2020	$221K
October 2020	$216K
September 2020	$213K
August 2020	$220K
July 2020	$219K
June 2020	$221K
May 2020	$219K
April 2020	$214K
March 2020	$213K
February 2020	$211K
January 2020	$213K
2019
December 2019	$214K
November 2019	$215K
October 2019	$213K
September 2019	$213K
August 2019	$211K
July 2019	$210K
June 2019	$205K
May 2019	$206K
April 2019	$201K
March 2019	$204K
February 2019	$205K
January 2019	$201K
2018
December 2018	$199K
November 2018	$199K
October 2018	$200K
September 2018	$200K
August 2018	$199K
July 2018	$201K
June 2018	$201K
May 2018	$201K
April 2018	$199K
March 2018	$198K
February 2018	$193K
January 2018	$192K
2017
December 2017	$191K
November 2017	$191K
October 2017	$191K
September 2017	$192K
August 2017	$190K
July 2017	$193K
June 2017	$190K
May 2017	$188K
April 2017	$189K
March 2017	$188K
February 2017	$187K
January 2017	$185K
2016
December 2016	$181K
November 2016	$170K
October 2016	$155K
September 2016	$139K

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
3243 SE 22nd Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.21	Single-Family Home	$295,000	03/02/26	3	3	1,464
3710 SE 23rd St, Des Moines, IA	0.13	Single-Family Home	$301,500	10/31/25	4	2	992

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
2408 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.02	$336,200	3	3	1,630	Foreclosure
3700 SE 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.03	$310,000	3	2.5	1,520	For Sale
3706 SE 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.05	$294,700	4	2	1,600	Off Market
3712 SE 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.06	$251,300	3	2	1,004	Off Market
3718 SE 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.08	$247,100	3	2	1,105	Off Market
3724 SE 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.09	$302,100	3	2.5	1,442	Off Market
2420 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.02	$251,500	3	2	1,884	Off Market
2426 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.03	$238,600	3	3	1,572	Off Market
2432 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.05	$301,500	4	3	1,669	Off Market
2500 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.08	$333,800	3	3.5	1,920	Off Market
2506 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.09	$261,300	3	2	1,446	Off Market
2510 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.11	$280,700	3	2.5	1,750	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1988

0.28 acre lot

1,900 sqft

$152/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 2414 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA. 2414 E Thornton Ave is in the River Woods neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50320. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,900 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.28 acres and was built in 1988.

2414 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,900 sqft single-family home in River Woods, built in 1988. It last sold for $124,000 on Oct 1, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $288,600, with a rent estimate of $1,990/month.

Home Details for 2414 E Thornton Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Recreation Room, Sun RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Carpet, Laminate
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa FireplaceJetted Bath Tub
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Stone, Cement ConcreteFoundation Type: ConcreteLawnPatio
Pool Pool
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1988
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Split-level

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Mobile R/V
RV Parking Rv Parking

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 1, 2013 Source: N/A	Sold	$124,000
Oct 23, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$110,000
Sep 27, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$110,000 Price decreased by 8%
Aug 29, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$120,000 Price decreased by 12%
Jul 31, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$137,000
Jul 11, 2012 Source: N/A	Sold	$128,358
Dec 7, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$148,000 Price decreased by 4%
Nov 8, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$154,900
May 17, 1999 Source: N/A	Sold	$131,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$5,130	$290,000

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

River Woods Elementary School
K-5
Public
460 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
3/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Had great experiences with our son's teachers in grades K-3. They were wonderful and the Principal was equally as great!
Parent Review
12y ago
2 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about River Woods

At least 5 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say there are sidewalks
90 % Say it's quiet
89 % Say car is needed
88 % Say yards are well-kept
83 % Say kids play outside
78 % Say it's dog friendly
75 % Say parking is easy
75 % Say there's holiday spirit
58 % Say neighbors are friendly
56 % Say there's wildlife
50 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say streets are well-lit
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say there are community events
20 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
20 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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8y ago
"Access to River Trail is nearby. It makes excercise, walking the dog, and other various outdoor activities much easier in which to partake. Also, only about ten minutes from Downtown and East Village"
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Frequently asked questions about 2414 E Thornton Ave

What is 2414 E Thornton Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2414 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA is $288,600.
What is the price history for 2414 E Thornton Ave?
2414 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $124,000 in October 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.
Does 2414 E Thornton Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 2414 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
Does 2414 E Thornton Ave have a pool?
Yes, 2414 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA has a pool.