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 324 E Columbus Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 324 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA is $225,500 .

What is the price history for 324 E Columbus Ave?

324 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $167,000 in July 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 324 E Columbus Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 324 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

Does 324 E Columbus Ave have laundry facilities?

Yes, 324 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.

OFF MARKET

$225,500

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,596 sqft

324 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

McKinley School - Columbus Park

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 21, 2017 for $167,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$226K

Since last month

$4K (-1.7%)

Since last year

$4K (+1.6%)

Since last sale

$59K (+35%)

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 +77% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$226K
August 2026	$224K
July 2026	$229K
June 2026	$229K
May 2026	$228K
April 2026	$226K
March 2026	$219K
February 2026	$213K
January 2026	$216K
2025
December 2025	$214K
November 2025	$217K
October 2025	$216K
September 2025	$217K
August 2025	$222K
July 2025	$222K
June 2025	$227K
May 2025	$225K
April 2025	$224K
March 2025	$222K
February 2025	$217K
January 2025	$218K
2024
December 2024	$217K
November 2024	$223K
October 2024	$222K
September 2024	$223K
August 2024	$224K
July 2024	$229K
June 2024	$229K
May 2024	$229K
April 2024	$224K
March 2024	$219K
February 2024	$211K
January 2024	$213K
2023
December 2023	$214K
November 2023	$218K
October 2023	$219K
September 2023	$219K
August 2023	$222K
July 2023	$226K
June 2023	$217K
May 2023	$211K
April 2023	$206K
March 2023	$202K
February 2023	$203K
January 2023	$206K
2022
December 2022	$207K
November 2022	$209K
October 2022	$213K
September 2022	$214K
August 2022	$213K
July 2022	$214K
June 2022	$215K
May 2022	$213K
April 2022	$203K
March 2022	$200K
February 2022	$195K
January 2022	$194K
2021
December 2021	$195K
November 2021	$196K
October 2021	$197K
September 2021	$198K
August 2021	$200K
July 2021	$200K
June 2021	$190K
May 2021	$170K
April 2021	$163K
March 2021	$160K
February 2021	$158K
January 2021	$157K
2020
December 2020	$156K
November 2020	$158K
October 2020	$162K
September 2020	$168K
August 2020	$150K
July 2020	$163K
June 2020	$176K
May 2020	$188K
April 2020	$186K
March 2020	$185K
February 2020	$183K
January 2020	$182K
2019
December 2019	$182K
November 2019	$181K
October 2019	$180K
September 2019	$181K
August 2019	$181K
July 2019	$181K
June 2019	$182K
May 2019	$180K
April 2019	$179K
March 2019	$180K
February 2019	$180K
January 2019	$177K
2018
December 2018	$176K
November 2018	$175K
October 2018	$177K
September 2018	$177K
August 2018	$176K
July 2018	$176K
June 2018	$175K
May 2018	$175K
April 2018	$173K
March 2018	$172K
February 2018	$171K
January 2018	$171K
2017
December 2017	$173K
November 2017	$169K
October 2017	$168K
September 2017	$169K
August 2017	$168K
July 2017	$167K
June 2017	$167K
May 2017	$138K
April 2017	$136K
March 2017	$134K
February 2017	$133K
January 2017	$130K
2016
December 2016	$129K
November 2016	$129K
October 2016	$127K
September 2016	$128K

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
332 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$173,700	3	1	840	Off Market
336 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$195,500	3	1	840	Off Market
344 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$131,400	3	1	1,514	Off Market
347 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$205,000	3	1	836	Recently Sold
331 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$165,700	2	1	884	Off Market
313 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$137,200	3	1	864	Off Market
320 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$155,800	2	2	872	Off Market
312 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$127,100	2	1	1,078	Off Market
310 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$146,100	3	1	1,056	Off Market
300 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$186,100	2	1	1,028	Off Market
2410 Forest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312	2.23	$692,200	5	3	3,919	Off Market
2422 Forest Dr, Des Moines, IA 50312	2.24	$648,300	4	3	2,903	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 324 E Columbus Ave.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1906

1,596 sqft

$141/sqft

Garage

About this House

A picturesque covered front porch on a gorgeous 2-story home on a double lot
The back of the house has a brick covered patio.
Main Level: Beautifully designed kitchen with island, spacious dining and living room, ¾ bath, non-conforming 3rd bedroom
Second floor has 2 large bedrooms with large closet, and a beautiful full bath
Dry basement and newer air(December, 2013) and furnace(July, 2014)
24x30 2-car oversized garage with lean-to, ans a shed for more storage
Within walking distance to the bike path, leading you to Grey's lake through downtown and much more
Close to many of the treasures of the Southside (restaurants, markets, churches)

324 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,596 sqft single-family home in McKinley School - Columbus Park, built in 1906. It last sold for $167,000 on Jul 21, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $225,500, with a rent estimate of $2,106/month.

Home Details for 324 E Columbus Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: VinylLawnPatioPorch
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1906
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 9583 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 24, 2021 Source: N/A	ListingRemoved
Jul 21, 2017 Source: DMMLS #539526	Sold	$167,000
Apr 24, 2017 Source: N/A	Pending	$165,000
Apr 8, 2017 Source: N/A	PriceChange	$165,000 Price decreased by 2%
Mar 13, 2017 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$169,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,682	$222,800

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!
Parent Review
15y ago
3 Reviews

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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 324 E Columbus Ave

What is 324 E Columbus Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 324 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA is $225,500.
What is the price history for 324 E Columbus Ave?
324 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $167,000 in July 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 324 E Columbus Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 324 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
Does 324 E Columbus Ave have laundry facilities?
Yes, 324 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.