Are yards well-kept in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say parking is easy

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Highland Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say kids play outside

Is a car needed in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say car is needed

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do residents of Highland Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are the streets well-lit in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say streets are well-lit

Would people walk alone at night in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say neighbors are friendly

Does Highland Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say it's quiet

Is there wildlife in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

3001 E 8th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park

2 Beds
1 Bath
960 sqft

$212,100

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 18, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,418/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$212,100

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 18, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,418/mo*

Refinance Your Home

2 Beds

1 Bath

960 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Description

Recently added: Granite Countertops in Kitchen (Jan 2013). This well maintained 2 bedroom, bungalow near Grand View College is ready to move into. This home features hard wood floors, painted trim, neutral colors, and all appliances stay. Fenced in yard and large 2 car garage are just some of the many features of this home. Updates to the home in 2004: New Kitchen, New Flooring Throughout, New Appliances, New Bathroom, Re-Finished Hardwood Floors, New Ceiling Fans, New Water Heater, New Fur

3001 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 960 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1914. It last sold for $235,000 on Sep 12, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $212,100, with a rent estimate of $1,222/month.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Patio

A/C

Heating only

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

No Info

Listed

Less than a day ago

Home Details for 3001 E 8th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalPatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1914
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6664 sqft

Price History for 3001 E 8th St

Date	Price	Event	Source
09/12/2018	$235,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 09/12/2018 Contract Date 08/20/2018 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax $375
11/27/2013	$57,500	Sold	DMMLS #424486
Recording Date 11/27/2013 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
09/13/2013	$57,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

06/19/2013	$59,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

04/18/2013	$59,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-8%)
12/29/2012	$64,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

12/21/2012	$77,646	Sold	DMMLS #403859
Recording Date 12/21/2012 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
09/27/2012	$71,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-7%)
08/31/2012	$76,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $8,000 (-9%)
07/12/2012	$84,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

08/23/2011	$84,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

05/15/2011	$84,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-6%)
04/24/2011	$89,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $8,000 (-8%)
04/15/2011	$97,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

09/15/2008	$98,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 09/15/2008 Contract Date 08/18/2008 County Transfer Tax $157 Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/30/2004	$74,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/30/2004 Contract Date 03/24/2004 County Transfer Tax $119 Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026

Avg. sale price

$211K

$5.03KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.4%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$4MoM

Available listings

1009

2MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$2,318
Assessment	$145,800

Home facts updated by county records

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SOLD
MAY 8, 2026
$181,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,065 sqft
3007 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
RE/MAX Concepts
OFF MARKET
Est. $152,500
4 bd
1 ba
1,444 sqft
3011 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $177,900
2 bd
2 ba
843 sqft
3015 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $175,700
3 bd
1 ba
1,169 sqft
3019 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $184,100
3 bd
2 ba
898 sqft
3021 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $152,400
3 bd
1 ba
1,027 sqft
3103 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $142,800
2 bd
1 ba
804 sqft
3000 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $172,800
2 bd
2 ba
840 sqft
3004 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $187,300
4 bd
1 ba
1,709 sqft
3008 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $226,600
3 bd
1 ba
1,185 sqft
3012 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $227,900
4 bd
2 ba
1,988 sqft
3016 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET
Est. $133,500
2 bd
1 ba
864 sqft
3102 E 8th St,
Des Moines, IA 50316

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Highland Park

At least 43 Trulia users voted on each feature.

88 % Say yards are well-kept
85 % Say parking is easy
84 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
81 % Say there are sidewalks
76 % Say kids play outside
72 % Say car is needed
71 % Say it's dog friendly
69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
60 % Say streets are well-lit
60 % Say people would walk alone at night
54 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say there's holiday spirit
49 % Say it's quiet
33 % Say there's wildlife
33 % Say there are community events

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Resident
3y ago
"I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 9 years. It’s beautiful and peaceful and full of kids for my children to play with. Parks are close and so are stores."
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Resident
4y ago
"I would not feel safe walking my dog here at night or during the day most of the time for that matter, there is a lot of sketchy people around all the time "
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Jill B.
Prev. Resident
6y ago
"to many busy streets. not any dog parks or open areas to let dogs play in. also the sidewalks on main roads are too close to the streets for comfort. "
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Tracy
Prev. Resident
8y ago
"I lived in this neighborhood for almost my whole life is a very good neighborhood although now days neighborhoods or any neighborhood are not good to walk alone always make sure that you have someone to walk with but the neighborhood I am in is a good neighborhood and very convenient for shopping and events"
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Rekanovicfatima
Resident
8y ago
"It’s nice and quiet and the neighbors are friendly. There are lots is of shops as well as restaurant. Schools are near by and so is downtown "
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Jeff A.
Resident
8y ago
"the people that live here make it unique and exciting .. to say the least,.. There is a grocery store corner market and pet store close by."
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Susan W.
Resident
8y ago
"I've lived in this neighborhood for five years. people are friendly. we wave at each other as we pass. groceries, drug stores, bank and restaurants are convenient."
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