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 402 E Park Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 402 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is $238,300 .

What is the price history for 402 E Park Ave?

402 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $169,875 in July 2017.

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 402 E Park Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 402 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

Does 402 E Park Ave have laundry facilities?

Yes, 402 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

OFF MARKET

$238,300

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,315 sqft (on 0.53 acres)

402 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

Indianola Hills

Est. Refi. Payment $1,615/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 24, 2017 for $169,875

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$238K

Since last month

$2K (-0.7%)

Since last year

$4K (+1.5%)

Since last sale

$69K (+40.5%)

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 +87% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$239K
August 2026	$238K
July 2026	$240K
June 2026	$238K
May 2026	$242K
April 2026	$241K
March 2026	$236K
February 2026	$233K
January 2026	$231K
2025
December 2025	$233K
November 2025	$235K
October 2025	$237K
September 2025	$233K
August 2025	$235K
July 2025	$238K
June 2025	$242K
May 2025	$243K
April 2025	$241K
March 2025	$239K
February 2025	$234K
January 2025	$233K
2024
December 2024	$235K
November 2024	$241K
October 2024	$245K
September 2024	$243K
August 2024	$243K
July 2024	$246K
June 2024	$246K
May 2024	$247K
April 2024	$244K
March 2024	$241K
February 2024	$236K
January 2024	$235K
2023
December 2023	$233K
November 2023	$235K
October 2023	$236K
September 2023	$237K
August 2023	$239K
July 2023	$241K
June 2023	$241K
May 2023	$236K
April 2023	$230K
March 2023	$225K
February 2023	$220K
January 2023	$220K
2022
December 2022	$221K
November 2022	$221K
October 2022	$227K
September 2022	$229K
August 2022	$227K
July 2022	$228K
June 2022	$230K
May 2022	$229K
April 2022	$220K
March 2022	$215K
February 2022	$208K
January 2022	$207K
2021
December 2021	$208K
November 2021	$209K
October 2021	$209K
September 2021	$209K
August 2021	$210K
July 2021	$208K
June 2021	$198K
May 2021	$182K
April 2021	$179K
March 2021	$173K
February 2021	$169K
January 2021	$165K
2020
December 2020	$162K
November 2020	$163K
October 2020	$165K
September 2020	$172K
August 2020	$177K
July 2020	$190K
June 2020	$191K
May 2020	$190K
April 2020	$188K
March 2020	$187K
February 2020	$185K
January 2020	$185K
2019
December 2019	$185K
November 2019	$184K
October 2019	$183K
September 2019	$184K
August 2019	$184K
July 2019	$184K
June 2019	$185K
May 2019	$183K
April 2019	$182K
March 2019	$183K
February 2019	$183K
January 2019	$180K
2018
December 2018	$179K
November 2018	$178K
October 2018	$180K
September 2018	$180K
August 2018	$179K
July 2018	$179K
June 2018	$177K
May 2018	$178K
April 2018	$176K
March 2018	$175K
February 2018	$174K
January 2018	$174K
2017
December 2017	$175K
November 2017	$172K
October 2017	$171K
September 2017	$172K
August 2017	$171K
July 2017	$170K
June 2017	$169K
May 2017	$133K
April 2017	$132K
March 2017	$133K
February 2017	$129K
January 2017	$131K
2016
December 2016	$128K
November 2016	$127K
October 2016	$129K
September 2016	$127K

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
400 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$211,600	4	2	1,334	Off Market
334 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$256,000	4	2	1,379	Off Market
324 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$238,500	3	2	960	Off Market
320 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.08	$212,400	4	3	1,282	Off Market
314 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.10	$240,000	3	2	1,120	For Sale
308 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.11	$192,200	3	2	1,040	Off Market
404 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$192,700	3	2	670	Off Market
410 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$181,200	3	1	1,056	Off Market
416 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$201,400	3	1	1,310	Off Market
422 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$227,900	3	3	1,504	Off Market
3128 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.09	$245,700	4	1	1,396	Off Market
3140 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.10	$166,000	1	1	891	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 402 E Park Ave.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1955

0.53 acre lot

1,315 sqft

$181/sqft

Garage

About this House

Could you enjoy the charm and character this 1.5 story cottage style home has to offer? With over .5 acre of land and a newly landscaped back yard, you will be sure to enjoy your summer evenings with family and friends. As you walk through make sure to notice the updated kitchen with fresh counter tops, cabinetry, flooring and newer appliances. With so much more to offer, schedule your private showing today, and take a look!

402 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,315 sqft single-family home in Indianola Hills, built in 1955. It last sold for $169,875 on Jul 24, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $238,300, with a rent estimate of $1,618/month.

Home Details for 402 E Park Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Stone, WoodFoundation Type: ConcreteGardenLawnPatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.53 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jul 24, 2017 Source: N/A	Sold	$169,875
Jun 8, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$169,900
Sep 16, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$169,900
Aug 10, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	PendingToActive	$169,900
Jul 15, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$169,900
Jun 9, 2016 Source: N/A	PriceChange	$169,900 Price decreased by 6%
Jun 3, 2016 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$179,900
Dec 19, 2011 Source: N/A	Sold	$123,500
Nov 1, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$125,900 Price decreased by 3%
Sep 24, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$129,900

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,202	$226,000

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

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
Parent Review
7y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Indianola Hills

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Buy: $80k - $1.15m

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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
Resident
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 402 E Park Ave

What is 402 E Park Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 402 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is $238,300.
What is the price history for 402 E Park Ave?
402 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $169,875 in July 2017.
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 402 E Park Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 402 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
Does 402 E Park Ave have laundry facilities?
Yes, 402 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.