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

3131 3rd St
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park

2 Beds
1 Bath
790 sqft

$149,800

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 21, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,027/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$149,800

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 21, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,027/mo*

Refinance Your Home

2 Beds

1 Bath

790 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Perfect starter home that lives much larger than it looks! Your peaceful, covered front porch transitions you through the front door into your generous sized family room that opens into the kitchen. With a separate dining area, and breakfast bar seating, there's plenty of room for family & friends! Two large bedrooms, a full bath & a bonus space off the kitchen (currently used as a pantry) complete the main floor. Downstairs there's a dry basement, a 3rd, non-conforming bedroom, laundry & plenty of storage. Outside enjoy a large yard, covered deck & an alley-access 2-car garage!2021 - new flooring in a bedroom, the bathroom & the pantry/dining room. 2020 - New motor in Furnace & A/C2015 - New Roof2008 - Plumbing and Electric updated2006 - New Windows, New Furnace & A/C

3131 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 790 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1911. It last sold for $110,000 on Jun 8, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $149,800, with a rent estimate of $1,146/month.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Deck

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

No Info

Listed

Less than a day ago

Home Details for 3131 3rd St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities DryerRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Vinyl
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1911
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6490 sqft

Price History for 3131 3rd St

Date	Price	Event	Source
06/08/2021	$110,000	Sold	DMMLS #627024
Recording Date 06/08/2021 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
04/21/2021	$102,500	Pending	DMMLS #627024

04/19/2021	$102,500	Listed For Sale	DMMLS #627024

10/17/2020	$94,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

09/15/2020	$94,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-5%)
09/03/2020	$99,900	PendingToActive	Agent Provided

07/11/2020	$99,900	Pending	Agent Provided

07/09/2020	$99,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

06/01/2016	$78,000	Sold	DMMLS #507892
Recording Date 06/01/2016 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
11/14/2015	$78,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

10/14/2015	$70,000	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

09/04/2015	$70,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (8%)
05/01/2015	$65,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-7%)
11/01/2014	$70,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $8,000 (-10%)
06/20/2014	$78,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

03/24/2011	$87,500	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

06/20/2010	$87,500	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

01/28/2010	$84,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

10/13/2009	$84,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-6%)
10/04/2009	$89,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $100 (-0%)
08/13/2009	$90,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

06/18/2009	$107,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

06/12/2009	$107,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $8,000 (8%)
05/31/2009	$99,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-5%)
05/23/2009	$104,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $3,000 (-3%)
04/16/2009	$107,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

08/30/2007	$17,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 08/30/2007 Contract Date 08/21/2007 County Transfer Tax $28 Total Transfer Tax N/A
01/17/2007	$26,984	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 01/17/2007 Contract Date 12/14/2006 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
01/28/2000	$21,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 01/28/2000 Contract Date 01/20/2000 County Transfer Tax $34 Total Transfer Tax N/A
07/15/1999	$21,200	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 07/15/1999 Contract Date 07/01/1999 County Transfer Tax N/A 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	$2,614
Assessment	$149,400

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3131 3rd St

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3017 3rd St, Des Moines, IA	0.08	Single-Family Home	$110,000	06/18/26	2	1	1,002
3302 1st St, Des Moines, IA	0.12	Single-Family Home	$75,000	08/27/25	2	1	862

Home facts updated by county records

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OFF MARKET
Est. $173,000
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OFF MARKET
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4 bd
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OFF MARKET
Est. $188,800
3 bd
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Realty ONE Group Impact
OFF MARKET
Est. $140,000
2 bd
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3217 3rd St,
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OFF MARKET
Est. $112,600
1 bd
1 ba
660 sqft
3219 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $223,100
4 bd
2 ba
1,626 sqft
3223 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
RE/MAX Concepts
OFF MARKET
Est. $143,400
2 bd
1 ba
920 sqft
3220 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $138,400
2 bd
1 ba
736 sqft
3222 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $163,000
2 bd
1 ba
1,196 sqft
3228 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $185,900
2 bd
1 ba
1,064 sqft
3302 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $203,500
6 bd
2 ba
1,888 sqft
3306 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $158,300
3 bd
1 ba
1,048 sqft
3310 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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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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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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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