Is Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 96% of users say it's dog friendly

Is parking easy in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 95% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say car is needed

Does Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say there are sidewalks

Does Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are yards well-kept in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say yards are well-kept

Would people walk alone at night in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA quiet?

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

Are the streets well-lit in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say streets are well-lit

Is there wildlife in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say there's wildlife

Do kids play outside in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say kids play outside

Do residents of Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 48% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are there community events in Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say there are community events

Is Southwestern Hills, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 27% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 2916 Willowmere Dr estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2916 Willowmere Dr in Des Moines, IA is $345,900 .

What is the price history for 2916 Willowmere Dr?

2916 Willowmere Dr in Des Moines, IA last sold for $172,500 in August 2016.

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 2916 Willowmere Dr have air conditioning?

Yes, 2916 Willowmere Dr in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2916 Willowmere Dr?

The lot at 2916 Willowmere Dr in Des Moines, IA is about 0.26 acres (11,325 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$345,900

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,468 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

2916 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321

Southwestern Hills

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 10, 2016 for $172,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$346K

Since last month

$8K (-2.3%)

Since last year

$18K (+5.5%)

Since last sale

$174K (+101.1%)

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 +81% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$347K
August 2026	$350K
July 2026	$355K
June 2026	$355K
May 2026	$353K
April 2026	$352K
March 2026	$345K
February 2026	$340K
January 2026	$340K
2025
December 2025	$334K
November 2025	$335K
October 2025	$339K
September 2025	$332K
August 2025	$329K
July 2025	$335K
June 2025	$339K
May 2025	$341K
April 2025	$340K
March 2025	$334K
February 2025	$328K
January 2025	$328K
2024
December 2024	$330K
November 2024	$334K
October 2024	$335K
September 2024	$335K
August 2024	$334K
July 2024	$338K
June 2024	$340K
May 2024	$338K
April 2024	$341K
March 2024	$335K
February 2024	$327K
January 2024	$325K
2023
December 2023	$323K
November 2023	$322K
October 2023	$325K
September 2023	$325K
August 2023	$327K
July 2023	$335K
June 2023	$334K
May 2023	$332K
April 2023	$324K
March 2023	$316K
February 2023	$307K
January 2023	$300K
2022
December 2022	$302K
November 2022	$302K
October 2022	$313K
September 2022	$313K
August 2022	$313K
July 2022	$317K
June 2022	$324K
May 2022	$321K
April 2022	$310K
March 2022	$299K
February 2022	$286K
January 2022	$283K
2021
December 2021	$285K
November 2021	$285K
October 2021	$284K
September 2021	$283K
August 2021	$283K
July 2021	$288K
June 2021	$286K
May 2021	$284K
April 2021	$270K
March 2021	$275K
February 2021	$266K
January 2021	$262K
2020
December 2020	$260K
November 2020	$265K
October 2020	$273K
September 2020	$268K
August 2020	$250K
July 2020	$248K
June 2020	$247K
May 2020	$243K
April 2020	$241K
March 2020	$235K
February 2020	$233K
January 2020	$233K
2019
December 2019	$232K
November 2019	$234K
October 2019	$230K
September 2019	$234K
August 2019	$232K
July 2019	$233K
June 2019	$231K
May 2019	$229K
April 2019	$233K
March 2019	$235K
February 2019	$229K
January 2019	$225K
2018
December 2018	$221K
November 2018	$222K
October 2018	$224K
September 2018	$226K
August 2018	$223K
July 2018	$221K
June 2018	$217K
May 2018	$214K
April 2018	$208K
March 2018	$209K
February 2018	$208K
January 2018	$202K
2017
December 2017	$208K
November 2017	$204K
October 2017	$201K
September 2017	$200K
August 2017	$197K
July 2017	$202K
June 2017	$200K
May 2017	$202K
April 2017	$197K
March 2017	$196K
February 2017	$192K
January 2017	$194K
2016
December 2016	$194K
November 2016	$197K
October 2016	$192K
September 2016	$192K

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
2711 Glenwood Dr, Des Moines, IA	0.19	Single-Family Home	$450,000	03/05/26	3	2.5	2,990
3515 SW 27th St, Des Moines, IA	0.39	Single-Family Home	$150,000	11/13/25	4	3	3,059
3301 SW 24th St, Des Moines, IA	0.41	Single-Family Home	$150,000	05/19/26	4	3	2,156

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
2910 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.02	$339,200	4	2	2,395	Off Market
2902 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.04	$316,500	3	3	1,436	Off Market
3014 SW 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.04	$350,000	4	3	1,826	Off Market
2903 Kendallwood Cir, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.04	$314,200	3	2	1,525	Off Market
2915 Kendallwood Cir, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.02	$463,700	5	3	3,528	Off Market
2921 Kendallwood Cir, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.03	$380,800	5	3	1,508	Off Market
2924 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.02	$340,000	3	3	1,484	Recently Sold
2930 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.03	$354,400	3	3	1,446	Off Market
2945 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.08	$372,800	4	3	2,056	Off Market
2937 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.06	$363,900	4	3	2,274	Off Market
2931 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.05	$371,900	4	4	2,575	Off Market
2925 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321	0.04	$375,500	4	3	2,068	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1966

0.26 acre lot

2,468 sqft

$140/sqft

Garage

About this House

Abstracting Is Buyer's Expense. Amazing Buy In A Well Established & Desired Southwest Neighborhood. Home Is Priced Nearly $20,000 Below Assessed Value And Is In Move In Condition. It Is Located On A Quiet Street, With Lots of Family Spaces On The First Floor Including A Large Formal And Dining Room, And A Family Room With Wood Floors And A Fireplace. Plus A 3 Season Room. Nice Sized Eat-In Area And Kitchen With New Appliances. This Is A Fannie Mae Homepath Property. Purchase This Home For As Little As 3% Down! Eligibility Restrictions Apply. This Property Is Approved For Homepath Mortgage Financing. This Property Is Approved For Homepath Renovation Mortgage Financing.

2916 Willowmere Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,468 sqft single-family home in Southwestern Hills, built in 1966. It last sold for $172,500 on Aug 10, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $345,900, with a rent estimate of $2,302/month.

Home Details for 2916 Willowmere Dr

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1966
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 10, 2016 Source: N/A	Sold	$172,500
Jan 23, 2014 Source: DMMLS #418498	Sold	$172,500
Feb 26, 2013 Source: DMMLS #409378	Sold	$155,000
Nov 16, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$184,900
Aug 29, 2012 Source: N/A	Sold	$165,810
Jan 25, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$176,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$5,082	$299,400

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

Park Ave Elementary School
K-5
Public
355 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Teachers greet students with a smile and a hug! The staff is dedicated and kind. I recommend this school to everyone!
Teacher Review
3y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Southwestern Hills

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Buy: $75k - $1.3m

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What Locals Say about Southwestern Hills

At least 21 Trulia users voted on each feature.

96 % Say it's dog friendly
95 % Say parking is easy
85 % Say car is needed
83 % Say there are sidewalks
81 % Say there's holiday spirit
81 % Say yards are well-kept
80 % Say people would walk alone at night
78 % Say it's quiet
74 % Say streets are well-lit
71 % Say there's wildlife
64 % Say kids play outside
60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
48 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
47 % Say neighbors are friendly
46 % Say there are community events
27 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Visitor
2y ago
"Everything about it is great it’s peaceful it were cozy but now I’m looking for something much newer and something that fits me."
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George
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6y ago
"Easy access to downtown. Public transportation is not readily available near the neighborhood. Bike trails are close by."
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sellerssps
11y ago
"Close to downtown and all it offers, Grays lake and Waterworks are within walking or biking. Great neighbors and variety of homrs, no cookie cutter suburbs!"
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RNHENDE
13y ago
"40 units on over 8 acres of wooded property with pool, club house, tennis court, walking paths. Bike to downtown Des Moines, restaurants, farmers market, concerts, theatre, events. 20 minutes to new upscale shopping center. Relaxed, easy lifestyle. Pet friendly"
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Laura
13y ago
"I live in this neighborhood...it is quiet, clean and friendly. Great location to everything!"
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lrgram80
13y ago
"I love it, Quiet kid friendly, low traffic area, close to stores restaurants, Lots of mature trees. Away from busy City. "
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Frequently asked questions about 2916 Willowmere Dr

What is 2916 Willowmere Dr estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2916 Willowmere Dr in Des Moines, IA is $345,900.
What is the price history for 2916 Willowmere Dr?
2916 Willowmere Dr in Des Moines, IA last sold for $172,500 in August 2016.
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 2916 Willowmere Dr have air conditioning?
Yes, 2916 Willowmere Dr in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2916 Willowmere Dr?
The lot at 2916 Willowmere Dr in Des Moines, IA is about 0.26 acres (11,325 sq ft).