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 2426 E Thornton Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2426 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA is $239,700 .

What is the price history for 2426 E Thornton Ave?

2426 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $127,000 in February 2017.

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 2426 E Thornton Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 2426 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2426 E Thornton Ave?

The lot at 2426 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.23 acres (10,019 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$239,700

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,572 sqft

2426 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

River Woods

Est. Refi. Payment $1,666/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 24, 2017 for $127,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$240K

Since last month

$2K (-0.9%)

Since last year

$300 (-0.1%)

Since last sale

$113K (+88.9%)

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 +70% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$240K
August 2026	$242K
July 2026	$246K
June 2026	$247K
May 2026	$250K
April 2026	$245K
March 2026	$244K
February 2026	$235K
January 2026	$235K
2025
December 2025	$237K
November 2025	$242K
October 2025	$240K
September 2025	$240K
August 2025	$240K
July 2025	$247K
June 2025	$250K
May 2025	$249K
April 2025	$249K
March 2025	$251K
February 2025	$244K
January 2025	$247K
2024
December 2024	$250K
November 2024	$254K
October 2024	$254K
September 2024	$256K
August 2024	$261K
July 2024	$262K
June 2024	$261K
May 2024	$261K
April 2024	$253K
March 2024	$250K
February 2024	$243K
January 2024	$241K
2023
December 2023	$242K
November 2023	$240K
October 2023	$242K
September 2023	$244K
August 2023	$245K
July 2023	$250K
June 2023	$250K
May 2023	$243K
April 2023	$238K
March 2023	$232K
February 2023	$232K
January 2023	$235K
2022
December 2022	$237K
November 2022	$241K
October 2022	$246K
September 2022	$246K
August 2022	$245K
July 2022	$247K
June 2022	$249K
May 2022	$249K
April 2022	$243K
March 2022	$238K
February 2022	$231K
January 2022	$228K
2021
December 2021	$230K
November 2021	$230K
October 2021	$228K
September 2021	$228K
August 2021	$229K
July 2021	$230K
June 2021	$224K
May 2021	$211K
April 2021	$208K
March 2021	$202K
February 2021	$196K
January 2021	$193K
2020
December 2020	$194K
November 2020	$193K
October 2020	$195K
September 2020	$194K
August 2020	$200K
July 2020	$201K
June 2020	$201K
May 2020	$201K
April 2020	$195K
March 2020	$195K
February 2020	$195K
January 2020	$196K
2019
December 2019	$195K
November 2019	$195K
October 2019	$194K
September 2019	$177K
August 2019	$141K
July 2019	$140K
June 2019	$142K
May 2019	$140K
April 2019	$140K
March 2019	$140K
February 2019	$141K
January 2019	$139K
2018
December 2018	$137K
November 2018	$136K
October 2018	$137K
September 2018	$137K
August 2018	$137K
July 2018	$137K
June 2018	$136K
May 2018	$137K
April 2018	$135K
March 2018	$134K
February 2018	$132K
January 2018	$132K
2017
December 2017	$134K
November 2017	$132K
October 2017	$131K
September 2017	$132K
August 2017	$131K
July 2017	$129K
June 2017	$128K
May 2017	$129K
April 2017	$128K
March 2017	$128K
February 2017	$127K
January 2017	$135K
2016
December 2016	$134K
November 2016	$135K
October 2016	$135K
September 2016	$141K

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	0.23	Single-Family Home	$295,000	03/02/26	3	3	1,464
4118 SE 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.44	Single-Family Home	$303,000	06/04/26	3	3.5	1,714

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
2420 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.02	$252,800	3	2	1,884	Off Market
2414 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.03	$291,300	3	2	1,900	Off Market
2408 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.05	$336,200	3	3	1,630	Foreclosure
3700 SE 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.06	$310,000	3	2.5	1,520	For Sale
3706 SE 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.06	$291,900	4	2	1,600	Off Market
3712 SE 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.07	$252,600	3	2	1,004	Off Market
2432 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.01	$302,700	4	3	1,669	Off Market
2500 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.04	$335,100	3	3.5	1,920	Off Market
2506 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.06	$262,100	3	2	1,446	Off Market
2510 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.08	$281,600	3	2.5	1,750	Off Market
2514 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.10	$375,700	3	3	2,025	Off Market
2513 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320	0.09	$356,400	3	4	2,164	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 1990

1,572 sqft

$152/sqft

Garage

About this House

Potential in this split level home located near Easter Lake! Walkout basement with wooded, private lot.

2426 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,572 sqft single-family home in River Woods, built in 1990. It last sold for $127,000 on Feb 24, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $239,700, with a rent estimate of $1,964/month.

Home Details for 2426 E Thornton Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1990
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 10018 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Feb 24, 2017 Source: DMMLS #520025	Sold	$127,000
Jan 27, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$137,500
Oct 19, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$137,500 Price decreased by 4%
Oct 6, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$142,500 Price decreased by 2%
Sep 22, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$145,000 Price decreased by 3%
Aug 25, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$150,000 Price decreased by 3%
Jun 16, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$155,000
Jul 11, 2006 Source: N/A	Sold	$154,000
Jun 16, 1998 Source: N/A	Sold	$127,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,180	$237,500

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 2426 E Thornton Ave

What is 2426 E Thornton Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2426 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA is $239,700.
What is the price history for 2426 E Thornton Ave?
2426 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $127,000 in February 2017.
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 2426 E Thornton Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 2426 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2426 E Thornton Ave?
The lot at 2426 E Thornton Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.23 acres (10,019 sq ft).