242 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET

242 E 23rd St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground
  • Studio
  • 513 sqft

$111,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026

$111,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Studio
513 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

This single-family home is located at 242 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA. 242 E 23rd St is in the Fairground neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has approximately 513 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 4661 sqft and was built in 1941.
242 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a studio, 513 sqft single-family home in Fairground, built in 1941. It last sold for the $85,000 asking price on Jun 22, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $111,400, with a rent estimate of $1,062/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 242 E 23rd St

Interior Features

Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 513 Square Feet

Exterior Features

Frontage
Not on Waterfront

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1941
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Property Information
Parcel Number: 05002417000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $85,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Jun 22 2023

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: 513 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4660.92 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 675942Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 205-8696Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-05002417000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by OUTSIDE AGENT, (515) 205-8696
OTHER
Bought with: Marsha Bannister, Homeworks Realty, LLC
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#675942

Price History for 242 E 23rd St

DatePriceEventSource
06/22/2023$85,000Sold
DMMLS #675942
06/22/2023$85,000PendingDMMLS #675942
06/22/2023$85,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #675942
07/17/2017$38,500Sold
DMMLS #537325
06/28/2017$42,000PendingAgent Provided
06/16/2017$42,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/12/2017$45,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/09/2017$46,900PendingToActiveAgent Provided
05/03/2017$46,900PendingAgent Provided
04/13/2017$46,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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$1,520
Assessment$87,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 242 E 23rd St

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2216 Logan Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$100,000
07/31/25
3
1
1,306
2036 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$110,000
08/22/25
2
1
664
2228 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$93,000
04/09/26
3
1
1,256
2224 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$110,000
03/11/26
3
2
1,082
2034 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$70,000
01/30/26
2
3
768
2420 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$88,000
12/31/25
1
1
560
2400 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$120,000
08/29/25
2
1
704
2441 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$72,500
06/22/26
4
1
960
2402 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$159,000
01/23/26
2
1
700

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Fairground
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What Locals Say about Fairground

At least 35 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 74 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 50 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 46 % Say there's wildlife

  • 38 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 37 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say it's quiet

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Bailee Huddleson
    "I have had multiple encounters with my neighbors. They remain friendly and keep to themselves. Every once in awhile you will someone walking around that looks a little sus but I’ve had a good experience for the most part. "
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  • Trulia User
    "that the area is safe for their kids to live in and that it people and that their kids don't have too much to worry about in their neighborhood around their home or at school "
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  • Sue C.
    "We are friendly with several of our neighbors, we have BBQ'S or have snacks with a few of them. They look out for our place, as we look out for theirs. We definitely watch the "druggies" that come and go from one house across the alley from us."
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  • Sue C.
    "I've lived here for almost 3 years with a friend. It's a crowded house, but we all love this neighborhood. There was only a few incidents that had me concerned, but they seem to have been isolated. Neighbors tend to look out for each other here, like the old days."
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  • Susan C.
    "It's a nice quiet neighborhood with lots of dogs all around. Some outside in fenced yards, and some inside. Some being walked around by their owners. There are sidewalks to walk on."
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  • Leavinalegacy
    "Iowa State Fairgrounds is close by, which also houses events year round, such as flea markets, car shows, etc. "
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  • Mercedesericasix
    "Dogs in the neighborhood more than most. It is probably the oldest area in Des Moines so the houses aren't brand new but many have been updated and look beautiful"
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  • Julie S.
    "The commute is easy especially if you work downtown. There is great access to I-235 and I-80. West Des Moines and Clive area 15 minutes."
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  • Susan C.
    "I've been living here for over a year (with a friend), and have enjoyed it here. We are close to the stores and restaurants, and the Iowa State Fairgrounds. It's nice sitting out on the deck at night, other than the cars speeding down the street. "
    9
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  • Susan C.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood, at my friend's house, for over a year, now. It is a very nice, kind, friendly neighborhood. "
    5
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  • Susan C.
    "I have lived here, thanks to our friend for taking us in, for just about a year. It seems to be very friendly, and close to stores and restaurants. And is also close to the Iowa State Fairgrounds. "
    2
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  • Susan C.
    "I've live here with our friend for about a year. It is a friendly neighborhood. It is very close to a lot of things, including the Iowa State Fairgrounds. "
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