Is parking easy in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say car is needed

Is Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say it's dog friendly

Are yards well-kept in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say kids play outside

Does Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

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

Is Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say it's quiet

Are neighbors friendly in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do residents of Douglas Acres, 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

Would people walk alone at night in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are the streets well-lit in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say streets are well-lit

Is there wildlife in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 23% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Douglas Acres, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 13% of users say there are community events

What is 2512 E Madison Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2512 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $252,000 .

What is the price history for 2512 E Madison Ave?

2512 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $128,500 in September 2012.

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 2512 E Madison Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 2512 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2512 E Madison Ave?

The lot at 2512 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.63 acres (27,312 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$252,000

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,207 sqft (on 0.63 acres)

2512 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 10, 2012 for $128,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$252K

Since last month

$4K (-1.6%)

Since last year

$7K (+2.7%)

Since last sale

$123K (+96%)

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 +85% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$252K
August 2026	$255K
July 2026	$256K
June 2026	$253K
May 2026	$253K
April 2026	$252K
March 2026	$250K
February 2026	$244K
January 2026	$244K
2025
December 2025	$240K
November 2025	$245K
October 2025	$246K
September 2025	$243K
August 2025	$245K
July 2025	$248K
June 2025	$247K
May 2025	$247K
April 2025	$244K
March 2025	$241K
February 2025	$237K
January 2025	$236K
2024
December 2024	$237K
November 2024	$239K
October 2024	$242K
September 2024	$242K
August 2024	$241K
July 2024	$243K
June 2024	$244K
May 2024	$245K
April 2024	$243K
March 2024	$241K
February 2024	$235K
January 2024	$233K
2023
December 2023	$233K
November 2023	$233K
October 2023	$235K
September 2023	$236K
August 2023	$237K
July 2023	$238K
June 2023	$238K
May 2023	$234K
April 2023	$227K
March 2023	$221K
February 2023	$214K
January 2023	$211K
2022
December 2022	$213K
November 2022	$218K
October 2022	$222K
September 2022	$224K
August 2022	$224K
July 2022	$228K
June 2022	$230K
May 2022	$228K
April 2022	$219K
March 2022	$214K
February 2022	$208K
January 2022	$205K
2021
December 2021	$206K
November 2021	$207K
October 2021	$207K
September 2021	$206K
August 2021	$207K
July 2021	$206K
June 2021	$198K
May 2021	$184K
April 2021	$180K
March 2021	$176K
February 2021	$172K
January 2021	$170K
2020
December 2020	$168K
November 2020	$168K
October 2020	$168K
September 2020	$167K
August 2020	$163K
July 2020	$163K
June 2020	$162K
May 2020	$161K
April 2020	$161K
March 2020	$161K
February 2020	$161K
January 2020	$161K
2019
December 2019	$162K
November 2019	$162K
October 2019	$165K
September 2019	$166K
August 2019	$163K
July 2019	$164K
June 2019	$160K
May 2019	$158K
April 2019	$154K
March 2019	$156K
February 2019	$159K
January 2019	$157K
2018
December 2018	$154K
November 2018	$151K
October 2018	$154K
September 2018	$150K
August 2018	$150K
July 2018	$150K
June 2018	$147K
May 2018	$150K
April 2018	$149K
March 2018	$148K
February 2018	$145K
January 2018	$143K
2017
December 2017	$144K
November 2017	$142K
October 2017	$142K
September 2017	$142K
August 2017	$142K
July 2017	$144K
June 2017	$143K
May 2017	$144K
April 2017	$140K
March 2017	$139K
February 2017	$138K
January 2017	$136K
2016
December 2016	$137K
November 2016	$139K
October 2016	$137K
September 2016	$136K

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
4215 NE 28th St, Des Moines, IA	0.37	Single-Family Home	$125,000	11/19/25	3	1	1,056

Home facts updated by county records

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
2516 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$199,900	3	1	924	Off Market
2522 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$207,900	3	2	987	Off Market
4005 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$174,300	3	1	880	Off Market
3947 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$200,000	3	2	864	Off Market
2517 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$203,500	3	1	864	Off Market
2515 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$148,500	2	1	671	Off Market
4009 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$233,000	3	2	900	Off Market
4013 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$214,600	3	2	900	Off Market
4019 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$190,200	3	2	1,104	Off Market
4025 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$161,900	3	1	908	Off Market
4101 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$254,800	3	1	1,578	Off Market
4105 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.11	$176,800	2	1	970	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1964

0.63 acre lot

1,207 sqft

$209/sqft

Garage

About this House

Don't Miss This Beautiful 2-3 Br Ranch With Over 1600 Sq Ft of Finish. Features Include A Very Open Floor Plan, Sunny Front Living Room With French Doors, And Nice Kitchen With Large Pantry Closet. There Is A Beautiful Family Room With Custom Brick Fireplace And A Large Dining Area. Main Floor Has 2 Bedrooms Plus Bonus Room, Perfect For Home Office Or Den. There Is Also A Newly Remodeled Bathroom With Tiled Shower And Floor. Lower Level Is Partially Finished And Includes A 2nd Family Room And A 3rd (Non-Conforming) Bedroom. Other Features Include Beautiful Hardwood Floors, Large Patio And Deck, Oversized 2 Car (24' X 30') Detached Garage And Giant Yard (0.63 Acre). Located In A Quiet Ne Neighborhood Near Shopping And Just A Few Short Steps From Mta Busline. Easy Access To I-235 Means Short Commutes To Anywhere In The Metro.

2512 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,207 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1964. It last sold for $128,500 on Sep 10, 2012. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $252,000, with a rent estimate of $1,447/month.

Home Details for 2512 E Madison 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: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1964Year Updated: 1969
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.63 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Sep 10, 2012 Source: DMMLS #402456	Sold	$128,500
Feb 5, 2012 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved	$135,000
Dec 7, 2011 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$135,000
Jul 6, 2006 Source: N/A	Sold	$133,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,696	$221,200

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

Garton Elementary School
PK-5
Public
480 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
I am thankful to have my daughter comes to Garton! This is my daughter's 1st year as a 1st grader, had moved from South Carolina which she missed so much! But her teacher Mrs Hegwein is doing a great job! My daughter loves her and enjoys going to school everyday! Everyone in Garton Elementary is doing a good job working side by side to make this school a safe and a fun haven for learning! Appreciates the PTA Staffs who are doing their best for the sake of Garton students! More power to Garton Elementary who deserves to be rated as one of the great school of Iowa!
Parent Review
12y ago
2 Reviews

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What Locals Say about Douglas Acres

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say parking is easy
86 % Say car is needed
80 % Say it's dog friendly
75 % Say yards are well-kept
73 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
67 % Say there are sidewalks
60 % Say kids play outside
56 % Say there's holiday spirit
54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
53 % Say it's quiet
53 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
47 % Say people would walk alone at night
44 % Say streets are well-lit
23 % Say there's wildlife
13 % Say there are community events

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Sbrandybear
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6y ago
"Quiet, friendly neighbors, well lit and maintained. Close to shopping. Roads well maintained. Community pride."
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Melissa
Prev. Resident
8y ago
"There are some known issues of break-in in this area where it is a common occurrence. Too many to count. Keep everything locked up. Use video cameras. Have a dog. You are constantly suspicious of new people walking the area."
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Jhagins84
Resident
8y ago
"I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 12 years I love it here. We have pretty awesome neighbors which is hard to come by. "
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Frequently asked questions about 2512 E Madison Ave

What is 2512 E Madison Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2512 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $252,000.
What is the price history for 2512 E Madison Ave?
2512 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $128,500 in September 2012.
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 2512 E Madison Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 2512 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2512 E Madison Ave?
The lot at 2512 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.63 acres (27,312 sq ft).