4031 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50313
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SOLD
APR 29, 2026

4031 E 8th St
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 887 sqft

$125,000

Last Sold: Apr 29, 2026
$141/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $866/mo*
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$125,000

Last Sold: Apr 29, 2026
$141/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $866/mo*
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2 Beds
1 Bath
887 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Description

Tucked at the end of a quiet dead-end street, this updated 2-bed, 1-bath home sits just steps from a park that connects directly to the front and side yard giving you green space views right from the front porch. The kitchen has been stylishly updated, and laundry is conveniently located on the main floor. A detached 2-car garage rounds out the efficient layout. It's the perfect blend of charm, updates, and low-key neighborhood vibes.. .
4031 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 887 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1913. It last sold for the $125,000 asking price on Apr 29, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $125,000, with a rent estimate of $1,274/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$141/sqft
Listed
72 days ago

Home Details for 4031 E 8th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 887 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One Half

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: 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: 201

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1913
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: One and One Half Story
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11002712000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $125,000Price Per Sqft: $141/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Mar 28 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: 887 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8015.04 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 723279Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 202-6801Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11002712000000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 201
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Sarah Kavalier, (515) 202-6801
LPT Realty, LLC
Bought with: Jayme Goodrich, (515) 707-5626, RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#723279

Price History for 4031 E 8th St

DatePriceEventSource
04/29/2026$125,000Sold
DMMLS #723279
03/28/2026$125,000PendingDMMLS #723279
03/26/2026$125,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #723279
03/01/2026$125,000ListingRemovedDMMLS #723279
12/15/2025$125,000PriceChange
DMMLS #723279
12/04/2025$155,000PendingToActiveDMMLS #723279
11/21/2025$155,000PendingDMMLS #723279
10/27/2025$155,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #723279
08/08/2017$67,500Sold
N/A
04/06/2017$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/26/2003$83,500Sold
N/A
05/11/2001$39,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$211K
$5.03KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$4MoM
Available listings
1009
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,965
Assessment$197,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 4031 E 8th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
796 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$158,000
05/29/26
2
1
843
4024 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$152,000
02/05/26
2
1
784
4220 NE 10th St, Des Moines, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$89,000
05/04/26
2
1
967
4012 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$168,500
03/12/26
2
1
736
4012 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$70,000
05/08/26
2
1
1,008
1015 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$192,500
05/12/26
3
1
855
1022 Trisha Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$215,000
01/13/26
3
1
948
3909 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$180,000
06/30/26
2
1.5
772

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Neighborhood Overview

Highland Park
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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
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 9 years. It’s beautiful and peaceful and full of kids for my children to play with. Parks are close and so are stores."
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  • 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 "
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  • 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. "
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  • 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"
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  • Rekanovicfatima
    "It’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 "
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  • 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."
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  • 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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