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

What is 3217 Wright St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3217 Wright St in Des Moines, IA is $187,900 .

What is the price history for 3217 Wright St?

3217 Wright St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $160,000 in August 2022.

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a seller's 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 3217 Wright St have air conditioning?

Yes, 3217 Wright St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 3217 Wright St?

The lot at 3217 Wright St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,665 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$187,900

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
2 Baths
832 sqft

3217 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 1, 2022 for $160,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$188K

Since last month

$0 (0%)

Since last year

$4K (+2.2%)

Since last sale

$28K (+17.4%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +89% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$188K
July 2026	$188K
June 2026	$190K
May 2026	$190K
April 2026	$189K
March 2026	$187K
February 2026	$186K
January 2026	$185K
2025
December 2025	$182K
November 2025	$184K
October 2025	$185K
September 2025	$184K
August 2025	$184K
July 2025	$184K
June 2025	$187K
May 2025	$186K
April 2025	$187K
March 2025	$188K
February 2025	$187K
January 2025	$187K
2024
December 2024	$188K
November 2024	$190K
October 2024	$186K
September 2024	$187K
August 2024	$185K
July 2024	$186K
June 2024	$186K
May 2024	$187K
April 2024	$185K
March 2024	$180K
February 2024	$176K
January 2024	$173K
2023
December 2023	$169K
November 2023	$168K
October 2023	$166K
September 2023	$166K
August 2023	$165K
July 2023	$166K
June 2023	$166K
May 2023	$166K
April 2023	$165K
March 2023	$164K
February 2023	$163K
January 2023	$162K
2022
December 2022	$162K
November 2022	$163K
October 2022	$163K
September 2022	$162K
August 2022	$161K
July 2022	$150K
June 2022	$150K
May 2022	$155K
April 2022	$148K
March 2022	$139K
February 2022	$127K
January 2022	$128K
2021
December 2021	$130K
November 2021	$133K
October 2021	$134K
September 2021	$135K
August 2021	$136K
July 2021	$139K
June 2021	$139K
May 2021	$142K
April 2021	$137K
March 2021	$135K
February 2021	$133K
January 2021	$130K
2020
December 2020	$130K
November 2020	$130K
October 2020	$128K
September 2020	$125K
August 2020	$124K
July 2020	$123K
June 2020	$121K
May 2020	$120K
April 2020	$115K
March 2020	$118K
February 2020	$118K
January 2020	$119K
2019
December 2019	$119K
November 2019	$118K
October 2019	$119K
September 2019	$119K
August 2019	$120K
July 2019	$120K
June 2019	$121K
May 2019	$122K
April 2019	$121K
March 2019	$120K
February 2019	$119K
January 2019	$118K
2018
December 2018	$118K
November 2018	$117K
October 2018	$118K
September 2018	$119K
August 2018	$118K
July 2018	$115K
June 2018	$115K
May 2018	$114K
April 2018	$114K
March 2018	$114K
February 2018	$113K
January 2018	$113K
2017
December 2017	$102K
November 2017	$100K
October 2017	$100K
September 2017	$102K
August 2017	$98K
July 2017	$104K
June 2017	$104K
May 2017	$106K
April 2017	$107K
March 2017	$111K
February 2017	$110K
January 2017	$109K
2016
December 2016	$102K
November 2016	$99K
October 2016	$100K
September 2016	$99K
August 2016	$99K

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
3223 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$123,200	2	1	1,150	Off Market
3225 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$173,500	2	1	1,035	Off Market
3307 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$150,500	3	1	944	Off Market
3309 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$174,000	2	1	804	Off Market
3315 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$188,000	2	3	934	Off Market
3319 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$132,400	2	1	858	Off Market
3215 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$154,900	2	1	775	Off Market
3211 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$223,700	3	3	1,283	Off Market
3207 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$237,600	3	2	1,530	Off Market
3201 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$190,000	2	2	884	Off Market
3123 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$157,600	2	2	1,078	Off Market
3119 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.07	$192,200	4	2	1,488	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 3217 Wright St.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1951

Living Area

832 sqft

Price/Sqft

$226

Parking

Garage

About this House

Adorable 2bed/1.5 bath home with refinished hardwood floors throughout living room and bedrooms. Large windows bring in the natural light. Spacious living room. Kitchen includes freshly painted cabinets w/ dining area and waterproof laminate floors. Lower level is finished and is a great space for a 3rd non-conforming bedroom or office area. Detached 1-car garage with opener. Large fenced backyard with mature trees. Freshly painted throughout.

3217 Wright St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 832 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1951. It last sold for $160,000 on Aug 1, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $187,900, with a rent estimate of $1,389/month.

Home Details for 3217 Wright St

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

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Metal
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1951
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6664 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 1, 2022 Source: DMMLS #654244	Sold	$160,000
Jun 17, 2022 Source: DMMLS #654244	Pending	$149,500
Jun 16, 2022 Source: DMMLS #654244	Listed For Sale	$149,500
May 10, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$59,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,928	$169,700

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$215K

$3.57KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$0MoM

Available listings

1022

12MoM

Around this home

Cattell Elementary School
K-5
Public
264 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
3/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
The staff are worse than the kids! They have a click and once they tink your kid needs an extra push they treat them like they are low lifes. My kids go here and i hate it
Parent Review
9y ago
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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
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
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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.
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.
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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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Frequently asked questions about 3217 Wright St

What is 3217 Wright St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3217 Wright St in Des Moines, IA is $187,900.
What is the price history for 3217 Wright St?
3217 Wright St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $160,000 in August 2022.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a seller's 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 3217 Wright St have air conditioning?
Yes, 3217 Wright St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 3217 Wright St?
The lot at 3217 Wright St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,665 sq ft).