4039 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
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OFF MARKET

$85,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 481 sqft

4039 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park
Est. Refi. Payment $645/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 7, 2025 for $85,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$85.9K
Since last month
Increased$600 (+0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$700 (+0.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$900 (+1.1%)
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 +345% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$86K
August 2026$85K
July 2026$85K
June 2026$84K
May 2026$86K
April 2026$86K
March 2026$85K
February 2026$85K
January 2026$84K
2025
2024
2023
2022
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
4046 4th St, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$88,500
09/25/25
1
1
677
4044 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$70,000
09/11/26
2
1
624
4032 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$58,000
06/24/26
2
1
688
4004 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$108,000
06/23/26
2
1
696
4013 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$55,023
08/05/26
2
1
790
4121 Oxford St, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$115,000
07/20/26
2
1
672
4024 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$135,000
11/25/25
2
1
762
4017 Cambridge St, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$134,000
07/24/26
2
1
517

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
4102 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.05
$150,200
2
1
748
Off Market
4044 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.04
$70,000
2
1
624
Recently Sold
4101 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.07
$189,500
3
1
980
Recently Sold
4045 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.07
$180,000
3
1
1,078
For Sale
4104 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.06
$170,000
2
2
966
Off Market
4040 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.03
$117,800
1
1
680
Off Market
4024 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.05
$135,000
2
1
762
Recently Sold
4025 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.03
$170,300
3
1
1,051
Off Market
4114 1st St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.08
$182,900
2
1
690
Off Market
4042 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.10
$151,800
2
1
800
Off Market
4108 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.11
$188,888
3
1
1,103
For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 4039 2nd Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1923
481 sqft
$179/sqft

About this House

Priced to sell! Cozy one-bedroom, one-bathroom home. Has a current rental certificate. Would make a great place with upward value potential or investment property.
4039 2nd Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 481 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1923. It last sold for $85,000 on Apr 7, 2025 (6% above the $79,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2012 with an asking price of $454 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 27, 2012. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $85,900, with a rent estimate of $982/month.
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Misty Darling, (515) 962-5555
BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Bought with: Misty Darling, (515) 414-0059, BH&G Real Estate Innovations
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#700866

Home Details for 4039 2nd Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 481 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, StoveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features

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

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 191

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1923
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Metal Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 07003440000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $79,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Feb 24 2025

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: 481 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7013.16 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 700866Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 962-5555Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-07003440000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 7, 2025
Source: DMMLS #700866
Sold
$85,000
Feb 24, 2025
Source: DMMLS #700866
Pending
$79,900
Feb 24, 2025
Source: DMMLS #700866
Listed For Sale
$79,900
Oct 22, 2024
Source: DMMLS #700866
ListingRemoved
$79,900
Oct 21, 2024
Source: DMMLS #700866
PriceChange
$79,900
Price decreased by 6%

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

Around this home

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

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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 4039 2nd Ave

  • What is 4039 2nd Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 4039 2nd Ave in Des Moines, IA is $85,900.
  • What is the price history for 4039 2nd Ave?
    4039 2nd Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $85,000 in April 2025.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 4039 2nd Ave?
    The lot at 4039 2nd Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (7,013 sq ft).

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