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 2953 E Seneca Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2953 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA is $225,200 .

What is the price history for 2953 E Seneca Ave?

2953 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $200,000 in June 2022.

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 $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.

Does 2953 E Seneca Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 2953 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2953 E Seneca Ave?

The lot at 2953 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.23 acres (10,019 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$225,200

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
2 Baths
826 sqft

2953 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres

Est. Refi. Payment $1,530/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 3, 2022 for $200,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$225K

Since last month

$800 (-0.4%)

Since last year

$4K (+1.8%)

Since last sale

$25K (+12.6%)

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 +82% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$225K
August 2026	$225K
July 2026	$226K
June 2026	$227K
May 2026	$224K
April 2026	$224K
March 2026	$223K
February 2026	$221K
January 2026	$220K
2025
December 2025	$219K
November 2025	$222K
October 2025	$223K
September 2025	$222K
August 2025	$221K
July 2025	$224K
June 2025	$226K
May 2025	$226K
April 2025	$223K
March 2025	$222K
February 2025	$218K
January 2025	$220K
2024
December 2024	$220K
November 2024	$221K
October 2024	$223K
September 2024	$221K
August 2024	$221K
July 2024	$222K
June 2024	$222K
May 2024	$223K
April 2024	$222K
March 2024	$218K
February 2024	$216K
January 2024	$216K
2023
December 2023	$214K
November 2023	$212K
October 2023	$210K
September 2023	$209K
August 2023	$208K
July 2023	$209K
June 2023	$209K
May 2023	$209K
April 2023	$208K
March 2023	$207K
February 2023	$206K
January 2023	$204K
2022
December 2022	$204K
November 2022	$205K
October 2022	$207K
September 2022	$206K
August 2022	$205K
July 2022	$204K
June 2022	$202K
May 2022	$200K
April 2022	$190K
March 2022	$187K
February 2022	$186K
January 2022	$183K
2021
December 2021	$183K
November 2021	$184K
October 2021	$184K
September 2021	$184K
August 2021	$185K
July 2021	$185K
June 2021	$182K
May 2021	$176K
April 2021	$172K
March 2021	$171K
February 2021	$169K
January 2021	$164K
2020
December 2020	$162K
November 2020	$163K
October 2020	$161K
September 2020	$161K
August 2020	$159K
July 2020	$159K
June 2020	$157K
May 2020	$157K
April 2020	$156K
March 2020	$155K
February 2020	$154K
January 2020	$154K
2019
December 2019	$154K
November 2019	$154K
October 2019	$153K
September 2019	$153K
August 2019	$153K
July 2019	$152K
June 2019	$152K
May 2019	$152K
April 2019	$152K
March 2019	$152K
February 2019	$152K
January 2019	$151K
2018
December 2018	$149K
November 2018	$149K
October 2018	$149K
September 2018	$149K
August 2018	$149K
July 2018	$149K
June 2018	$148K
May 2018	$148K
April 2018	$150K
March 2018	$147K
February 2018	$145K
January 2018	$142K
2017
December 2017	$142K
November 2017	$141K
October 2017	$139K
September 2017	$140K
August 2017	$141K
July 2017	$139K
June 2017	$138K
May 2017	$134K
April 2017	$131K
March 2017	$130K
February 2017	$130K
January 2017	$129K
2016
December 2016	$127K
November 2016	$124K
October 2016	$125K
September 2016	$124K

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
3914 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA	0.17	Single-Family Home	$266,000	12/03/25	3	2	1,288
3843 E 32nd St, Des Moines, IA	0.21	Single-Family Home	$225,000	03/25/26	2	1	1,014

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
Cedar, Ankeny, IA 50021	0.09	$373,500+	3	2	1,500	-
Fraser, Ankeny, IA 50021	0.09	$380,500+	3	2	1,421	-
Jasmine, Ankeny, IA 50021	0.09	$363,000+	3	2	1,440	-
Melrose, Ankeny, IA 50021	0.09	$394,900+	3	2	1,661	-
Lincoln, Ankeny, IA 50021	0.09	$385,200+	4	2.5	1,815	-
Carson, Ankeny, IA 50021	0.09	$348,700+	2	2	1,213	-

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 1965

826 sqft

$273/sqft

Garage

About this House

Very clean, 2 bedroom, 2 bath home that includes an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, tiled bath, beautiful hardwood floors, finished walkout basement, 2 car detached garage, sitting a corner lot. Come take a look and make this your new home.

2953 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 826 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1965. It last sold for $200,000 on Jun 3, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $225,200, with a rent estimate of $1,282/month.

Home Details for 2953 E Seneca Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 10000 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 3, 2022 Source: DMMLS #651505	Sold	$200,000
May 9, 2022 Source: DMMLS #651505	Pending	$199,500
May 9, 2022 Source: DMMLS #651505	Listed For Sale	$199,500
May 25, 2018 Source: DMMLS #559275	Sold	$147,500
Apr 25, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$149,900
Jun 28, 2011 Source: N/A	Sold	$54,190
Apr 29, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$52,000
Mar 15, 2011 Source: N/A	Sold	$133,324
Oct 24, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$129,000
Sep 1, 1999 Source: N/A	Sold	$83,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,618	$205,400

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$215K

$3.57KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$0MoM

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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Neighborhood Overview

Douglas Acres

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Buy: $215k - $395k

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Sbrandybear
Resident
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 2953 E Seneca Ave

What is 2953 E Seneca Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2953 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA is $225,200.
What is the price history for 2953 E Seneca Ave?
2953 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $200,000 in June 2022.
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 $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
Does 2953 E Seneca Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 2953 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2953 E Seneca Ave?
The lot at 2953 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.23 acres (10,019 sq ft).