3521 E  8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
SOLD
AUG 27, 2026

$158,500

Last sold price
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 852 sqft

3521 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park
Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 27, 2026 for $158,500

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.01
Single-Family Home
$116,500
12/18/25
2
1
768
0.06
Single-Family Home
$179,900
07/30/26
2
1.5
849
0.15
Single-Family Home
$160,000
02/13/26
3
1
855
0.16
Single-Family Home
$185,000
05/29/26
2
1
780
0.21
Single-Family Home
$168,000
04/15/26
2
1
940
0.24
Single-Family Home
$146,000
08/04/26
2
1
882
0.22
Single-Family Home
$191,000
04/23/26
2
1
894
0.17
Single-Family Home
$118,500
05/27/26
2
1
704

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.06
$110,600
3
1
1,037
Off Market
0.01
$116,500
2
1
768
Recently Sold
0.04
$162,200
2
1
858
Off Market
0.08
$195,700
2
2
1,048
Off Market
0.06
$179,900
2
1.5
849
Recently Sold
0.10
$134,600
2
1
808
Off Market
0.11
$181,400
2
2
783
Off Market
0.11
$162,700
3
1
810
Off Market
0.12
$177,600
2
1
746
Off Market
0.14
$200,300
3
2
1,122
Off Market
0.08
$281,000
4
3
1,162
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1921
Living Area
852 sqft
Price/Sqft
$186/sqft

About this House

24 Hour Sale
3521 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 852 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1921. It last sold for the $158,500 asking price on Aug 27, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,248/month.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Mason Good, (515) 729-5477
RE/MAX Revolution
Bought with: Mason Good, (515) 729-5477, RE/MAX Revolution
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#745597

Home Details for 3521 E 8th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 852 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Brick/Mortar, Poured
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1921
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11001099000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $158,500Price Per Sqft: $186/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jul 20 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: 852 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4878.72 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 745597Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 729-5477Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11001099000000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 0

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 27, 2026
Source: DMMLS #745597
Sold
$158,500
Jul 20, 2026
Source: DMMLS #745597
Pending
$158,500
Jul 20, 2026
Source: DMMLS #745597
Listed For Sale
$158,500
Mar 13, 2019
Source: DMMLS #571585
Sold
$114,900
Jan 28, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$114,900

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$215K
$3.57K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$0
MoM
Available listings
1022
12
MoM

Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

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.
  • Trulia User
    "Iโ€™ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 9 years. Itโ€™s beautiful and peaceful and full of kids for my children to play with. Parks are close and so are stores."
  • Trulia User
    "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 "
  • Jill B.
    "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. "
  • Tracy
    "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"
  • Rekanovicfatima
    "Itโ€™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 "
  • Jeff A.
    "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."
  • Susan W.
    "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 3521 E 8th St

  • What is the price history for 3521 E 8th St?
    3521 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $158,500 in August 2026.
  • 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.
  • What do residents say about the Highland Park neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Highland Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, easy to park in, and walkable to grocery stores. See recently sold homes in Highland Park, Des Moines.
  • Does 3521 E 8th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3521 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 3521 E 8th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 3521 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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