343 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
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SOLD
JUN 12, 2026

$153,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 864 sqft (on 0.29 acres)

343 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 12, 2026 for $153,500 (7% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$153K
Since last month
Decreased$700 (-0.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$37K (-19.6%)
Since last sale
Decreased$600 (-0.4%)
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 +43% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$153K
August 2026$154K
July 2026$154K
June 2026$153K
May 2026$164K
April 2026$168K
March 2026$188K
February 2026$185K
January 2026$185K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
2603 Indianola Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$181,000
12/08/25
2
2
947
350 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$210,000
12/05/25
2
2
1,005
2613 SE 6th St, Des Moines, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$140,000
11/26/25
4
2
1,038
2420 SE 6th St, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$215,000
05/01/26
3
1
874
226 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$175,500
07/08/26
4
3
1,094
106 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$220,000
02/17/26
3
2
1,056
118 E Pleasant View Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$167,500
11/07/25
2
2
824
101 Lacona Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$174,000
04/03/26
2
2
768
309 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.55
Single-Family Home
$210,000
02/26/26
3
1.5
912

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
334 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.05
$177,900
3
1
984
Off Market
427 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.09
$208,300
3
2
983
Off Market
416 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.09
$237,600
5
2
1,034
Off Market
350 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.08
$210,000
2
2
1,005
Recently Sold
2402 Indianola Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.09
$206,700
3
2
1,115
Off Market
307 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.08
$170,000
Studio
-
960
Recently Sold
306 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.09
$216,100
2
1
1,224
Off Market
420 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.12
$178,300
2
1.5
1,180
Off Market
2603 Indianola Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.13
$181,000
2
2
947
Recently Sold
2429 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.16
$209,800
3
1
1,373
Off Market
2308 Indianola Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
0.14
$243,700
4
2
2,108
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1956
0.29 acre lot
864 sqft
$178/sqft
Garage

About this House

Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath gem in the heart of Des Moines! Perfectly situated just minutes from downtown, you’ll enjoy quick access to shopping, dining, entertainment, and all the city has to offer. Sports fans will love being only minutes from the Iowa Cubs stadium. This cozy metro home offers comfortable living spaces and sits on a generously sized lot, providing room to relax, entertain, or expand your outdoor vision. This inviting property offers endless potential and the perfect opportunity to truly make it your own, Book your showing today!

Property is in an eligible area for NFC financing. Buyers can receive loan forgiveness up to the first $15,000 toward repair and improvement costs with no income restrictions. Down payment assistance is available for buyers through NFC for $15,000 on household incomes below 100% of median income limits…that is $30,000 of potential assistance when buyers use NFC for their financing. Call Terry at (515)273-1365 for more information.
343 E Bell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 864 sqft single-family home in Indianola Hills, built in 1956. It last sold for $153,500 on Jun 12, 2026 (7% below the $165,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $153,200, with a rent estimate of $1,415/month.
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Shaun McFalls, (515) 918-9692
Realty ONE Group Impact
Bought with: Bexaida Dominguez, (515) 443-6971, Keller Williams Realty GDM
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#737239

Home Details for 343 E Bell Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 864 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood, Laminate
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckExterior: DeckFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 37

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 01001265000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $165,000Price Per Sqft: $178/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed May 06 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 864 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.29 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 737239Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 918-9692Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-01001265000000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 37

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 12, 2026
Source: DMMLS #737239
Sold
$153,500
May 7, 2026
Source: DMMLS #737239
Pending
$165,000
May 5, 2026
Source: DMMLS #737239
PriceChange
$165,000
Price decreased by 3%
Apr 20, 2026
Source: DMMLS #737239
PriceChange
$170,000
Price decreased by 2%
Apr 11, 2026
Source: DMMLS #737239
PriceChange
$174,000
Price decreased by 2%

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$214K
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$192
$1MoM
Available listings
1060
36MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Indianola Hills
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What Locals Say about Indianola Hills

At least 19 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say car is needed

  • 65 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say there's wildlife

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 39 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 37 % Say it's quiet

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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  • Monica Xlo
    "Nice neighborhood, lots of dog walkers in my area. Close to dog parks as well Quiet at night and during the day. "
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  • Cicily Hook
    "There are lots of dogs in the neighborhood. Therefore means there is barking. Don’t move to a dog friendly neighborhood if you don’t like that. Also loose dogs from time to time. Not a huge problem. "
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  • Lacey N.
    "I lived in the neighborhood for 6 years and I loved it! People are always willing to help and very friendly "
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  • Samuel Solano
    "Nice, safe, part of the south side. Good restaurants with easy access to downtown! Most neighborhoods are really quiet."
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  • Bacon
    "Cheap neighborhood with a lot of issues. It is not the greatest neighborhood, but you can tell most of the people here do not care about its deteriorating value and culture. Cannot wait to move out of here next month."
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  • markdavis65
    "Nice family area of Des Moines. Right off South Union, so easy access to downtown for work and nightlife. "
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Frequently asked questions about 343 E Bell Ave

  • What is 343 E Bell Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 343 E Bell Ave in Des Moines, IA is $153,200.
  • What is the price history for 343 E Bell Ave?
    343 E Bell Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $153,500 in June 2026.
  • 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 343 E Bell Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 343 E Bell Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 343 E Bell Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 343 E Bell Ave in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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