Is Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say it's dog friendly

Are yards well-kept in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is parking easy in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say car is needed

Does Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say kids play outside

Is there wildlife in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say there's wildlife

Would people walk alone at night in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do residents of Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are the streets well-lit in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 39% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 37% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in Indianola Hills, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 25% of users say there are community events

What is 400 E Creston Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 400 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA is $214,200 .

What is the price history for 400 E Creston Ave?

400 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $116,500 in August 2009.

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 400 E Creston Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 400 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 400 E Creston Ave?

The lot at 400 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.50 acres (21,605 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$214,200

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
973 sqft (on 0.50 acres)

400 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills

Est. Refi. Payment $1,497/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 19, 2009 for $116,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$214K

Since last month

$3K (+1.3%)

Since last year

$14K (+7.1%)

Since last sale

$98K (+83.9%)

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 +64% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$214K
August 2026	$212K
July 2026	$214K
June 2026	$212K
May 2026	$214K
April 2026	$213K
March 2026	$207K
February 2026	$204K
January 2026	$203K
2025
December 2025	$203K
November 2025	$205K
October 2025	$208K
September 2025	$200K
August 2025	$203K
July 2025	$206K
June 2025	$206K
May 2025	$211K
April 2025	$208K
March 2025	$207K
February 2025	$200K
January 2025	$199K
2024
December 2024	$203K
November 2024	$207K
October 2024	$211K
September 2024	$210K
August 2024	$214K
July 2024	$218K
June 2024	$217K
May 2024	$216K
April 2024	$211K
March 2024	$206K
February 2024	$202K
January 2024	$199K
2023
December 2023	$198K
November 2023	$198K
October 2023	$202K
September 2023	$202K
August 2023	$204K
July 2023	$204K
June 2023	$201K
May 2023	$202K
April 2023	$196K
March 2023	$191K
February 2023	$190K
January 2023	$193K
2022
December 2022	$194K
November 2022	$196K
October 2022	$199K
September 2022	$201K
August 2022	$200K
July 2022	$200K
June 2022	$200K
May 2022	$199K
April 2022	$193K
March 2022	$188K
February 2022	$184K
January 2022	$182K
2021
December 2021	$183K
November 2021	$184K
October 2021	$182K
September 2021	$187K
August 2021	$189K
July 2021	$189K
June 2021	$185K
May 2021	$181K
April 2021	$178K
March 2021	$173K
February 2021	$167K
January 2021	$164K
2020
December 2020	$164K
November 2020	$163K
October 2020	$162K
September 2020	$159K
August 2020	$158K
July 2020	$157K
June 2020	$155K
May 2020	$153K
April 2020	$154K
March 2020	$151K
February 2020	$149K
January 2020	$150K
2019
December 2019	$151K
November 2019	$152K
October 2019	$152K
September 2019	$151K
August 2019	$151K
July 2019	$149K
June 2019	$148K
May 2019	$149K
April 2019	$149K
March 2019	$150K
February 2019	$151K
January 2019	$151K
2018
December 2018	$148K
November 2018	$148K
October 2018	$147K
September 2018	$147K
August 2018	$145K
July 2018	$147K
June 2018	$147K
May 2018	$147K
April 2018	$145K
March 2018	$143K
February 2018	$143K
January 2018	$142K
2017
December 2017	$143K
November 2017	$143K
October 2017	$142K
September 2017	$142K
August 2017	$141K
July 2017	$143K
June 2017	$139K
May 2017	$140K
April 2017	$136K
March 2017	$136K
February 2017	$133K
January 2017	$133K
2016
December 2016	$131K
November 2016	$132K
October 2016	$131K
September 2016	$131K

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
34 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.47	Single-Family Home	$150,000	12/15/25	3	1	1,020

Home facts updated by county records

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
350 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$210,000	2	2	1,005	Recently Sold
340 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$127,100	3	1	1,018	Off Market
326 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.08	$147,500	1	1	480	Off Market
310 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.11	$172,400	3	1	876	Off Market
314 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.09	$75,300	2	1	390	Off Market
300 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.12	$221,700	4	2	876	Off Market
420 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$179,900	2	1.5	1,180	Off Market
2608 Indianola Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.07	$213,100	3	1	1,462	Off Market
414 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$204,500	3	1	1,312	Off Market
408 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$203,600	4	1	1,212	Off Market
2526 Indianola Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	-	4	2	1,078	Off Market
2518 Indianola Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$241,000	4	2	1,841	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 1962

0.5 acre lot

973 sqft

$220/sqft

Garage

About this House

Don't miss out on this one. This is a one owner home that has been lovingly taken care of. A great 3 bedroom, 1 bath brick ranch with a 1 car detached garage with a shop for what you need on the back. Inside the home is a nice sized family room with coved ceilings. The basement is partially finished with a large room with a fireplace.This home is on almost half an acre. This is a perfect yard to have that summer family picnic. There is room for all your summer activities. The only thing this home needs is you, to make it yours. It even comes with a 1 year AHS warranty. So call today to set up a time for your private showing.

400 E Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 973 sqft single-family home in Indianola Hills, built in 1962. It last sold for $116,500 on Aug 19, 2009. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $214,200, with a rent estimate of $1,404/month.

Home Details for 400 E Creston Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1962
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.50 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 19, 2009 Source: N/A	Sold	$116,500
Jun 20, 2009 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$125,000 Price decreased by 3%
Mar 27, 2009 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$129,500 Price decreased by 2%
Feb 3, 2009 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$132,400

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,912	$221,800

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

Howe Elementary School
K-5
Public
272 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
I hate this school and i wish i could move to a better school district quicker
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Neighborhood Overview

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Monica Xlo
Visitor
10mo ago
"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
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2y ago
"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.
Prev. Resident
6y ago
"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
Resident
7y ago
"Nice, safe, part of the south side. Good restaurants with easy access to downtown! Most neighborhoods are really quiet."
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Bacon
Resident
7y ago
"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
12y ago
"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 400 E Creston Ave

What is 400 E Creston Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 400 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA is $214,200.
What is the price history for 400 E Creston Ave?
400 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $116,500 in August 2009.
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 400 E Creston Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 400 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 400 E Creston Ave?
The lot at 400 E Creston Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.50 acres (21,605 sq ft).