Does McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say there are sidewalks

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say it's dog friendly

Does McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is parking easy in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

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

Are yards well-kept in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say car is needed

Are the streets well-lit in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say streets are well-lit

Do residents of McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Do kids play outside in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

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

Would people walk alone at night in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

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

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say there are community events

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 31% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 303 E Columbus Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 303 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA is $167,300 .

What is the price history for 303 E Columbus Ave?

303 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $93,000 in May 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 303 E Columbus Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 303 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 303 E Columbus Ave?

The lot at 303 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,536 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$167,300

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,184 sqft

303 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

McKinley School - Columbus Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,193/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold May 5, 2017 for $93,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$167K

Since last month

$2K (+1%)

Since last year

$4K (+2.4%)

Since last sale

$74K (+79.9%)

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 +86% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$167K
August 2026	$166K
July 2026	$170K
June 2026	$172K
May 2026	$171K
April 2026	$167K
March 2026	$166K
February 2026	$159K
January 2026	$162K
2025
December 2025	$159K
November 2025	$162K
October 2025	$162K
September 2025	$163K
August 2025	$167K
July 2025	$167K
June 2025	$171K
May 2025	$171K
April 2025	$171K
March 2025	$166K
February 2025	$164K
January 2025	$164K
2024
December 2024	$161K
November 2024	$166K
October 2024	$165K
September 2024	$165K
August 2024	$168K
July 2024	$170K
June 2024	$169K
May 2024	$170K
April 2024	$167K
March 2024	$163K
February 2024	$159K
January 2024	$158K
2023
December 2023	$157K
November 2023	$158K
October 2023	$160K
September 2023	$160K
August 2023	$160K
July 2023	$160K
June 2023	$159K
May 2023	$154K
April 2023	$149K
March 2023	$145K
February 2023	$143K
January 2023	$144K
2022
December 2022	$144K
November 2022	$146K
October 2022	$150K
September 2022	$151K
August 2022	$150K
July 2022	$151K
June 2022	$152K
May 2022	$149K
April 2022	$143K
March 2022	$140K
February 2022	$137K
January 2022	$135K
2021
December 2021	$137K
November 2021	$138K
October 2021	$138K
September 2021	$140K
August 2021	$141K
July 2021	$142K
June 2021	$142K
May 2021	$138K
April 2021	$136K
March 2021	$133K
February 2021	$130K
January 2021	$127K
2020
December 2020	$125K
November 2020	$124K
October 2020	$125K
September 2020	$124K
August 2020	$123K
July 2020	$118K
June 2020	$112K
May 2020	$107K
April 2020	$104K
March 2020	$103K
February 2020	$102K
January 2020	$103K
2019
December 2019	$103K
November 2019	$102K
October 2019	$101K
September 2019	$101K
August 2019	$102K
July 2019	$101K
June 2019	$102K
May 2019	$101K
April 2019	$101K
March 2019	$101K
February 2019	$101K
January 2019	$100K
2018
December 2018	$99K
November 2018	$99K
October 2018	$99K
September 2018	$99K
August 2018	$99K
July 2018	$99K
June 2018	$98K
May 2018	$99K
April 2018	$97K
March 2018	$96K
February 2018	$96K
January 2018	$96K
2017
December 2017	$97K
November 2017	$96K
October 2017	$95K
September 2017	$95K
August 2017	$94K
July 2017	$94K
June 2017	$93K
May 2017	$93K
April 2017	$99K
March 2017	$100K
February 2017	$100K
January 2017	$99K
2016
December 2016	$88K
November 2016	$88K
October 2016	$89K
September 2016	$90K

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
505 Olinda Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.52	Single-Family Home	$86,000	07/28/26	2	1	1,057
320 E Gray St, Des Moines, IA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$129,900	06/16/26	2	1	864

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
301 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$147,300	3	1	1,088	Off Market
245 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$115,600	2	2	924	Off Market
2422 Forest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312	2.18	$650,700	4	3	2,903	Off Market
2410 Forest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312	2.18	$709,000	5	3	3,919	Off Market
300 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$188,900	2	1	1,028	Off Market
240 E Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$107,700	2	1	588	Off Market
236 E Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$149,500	3	1	960	Off Market
230 E Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$130,900	2	1	828	Off Market
402 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.17	$150,400	2	1	672	Off Market
410 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.19	$128,000	2	1	672	Off Market
414 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.20	$172,000	2	1	672	Recently Sold

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 1920

1,184 sqft

$141/sqft

Garage

About this House

Move in ready! This home has had all the major items updated including, heat, air conditioner, windows, H20 heater, electric, roof, insulation and resurfaced hardwood floors. The home is complete with stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer and dryer. The bedrooms are large. The living and dining area are family sized. There is a family room with a fireplace right off the kitchen that is perfect for any lifestyle. Over-sized 2 car garage with a fenced backyard. Neighborhood park just 2 blocks away.

303 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,184 sqft single-family home in McKinley School - Columbus Park, built in 1920. It last sold for $93,000 on May 5, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $167,300, with a rent estimate of $1,396/month.

Home Details for 303 E Columbus Ave

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

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1920Year Updated: 1992
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7405 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
May 5, 2017 Source: DMMLS #536678	Sold	$93,000
Apr 10, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$90,000 Price decreased by 3%
Apr 6, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$93,000 Price increased by 3%
Dec 16, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$90,000
Oct 25, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$90,000
Jul 20, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$90,000
Jul 15, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$90,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,274	$144,100

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

McKinley Elementary School
PK-5
Public
267 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
4/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
McKinley has great staff, dedicated teachers, and wonderful students!
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Neighborhood Overview

McKinley School - Columbus Park

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What Locals Say about McKinley School - Columbus Park

At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.

92 % Say there are sidewalks
92 % Say it's dog friendly
89 % Say there's holiday spirit
85 % Say parking is easy
85 % Say yards are well-kept
73 % Say car is needed
73 % Say streets are well-lit
69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
64 % Say kids play outside
64 % Say people would walk alone at night
57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say there's wildlife
45 % Say it's quiet
40 % Say there are community events
31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Frequently asked questions about 303 E Columbus Ave

What is 303 E Columbus Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 303 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA is $167,300.
What is the price history for 303 E Columbus Ave?
303 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $93,000 in May 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 303 E Columbus Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 303 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 303 E Columbus Ave?
The lot at 303 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,536 sq ft).