Is a car needed in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say yards are well-kept

Does South Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say there's holiday spirit

Does South Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say parking is easy

Is South Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say it's dog friendly

Do kids play outside in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say kids play outside

Is South Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is South Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 52% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

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

Would people walk alone at night in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is South Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of South Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are the streets well-lit in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

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

Is there wildlife in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in South Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 19% of users say there are community events

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.

What do residents say about the South Park neighborhood?

Residents describe the South Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in South Park, Des Moines .

What are the closest schools to 421 E Thorton Ave?

The closest schools to 421 E Thorton Ave in Des Moines, IA are Howe Elementary School (rated 2/10), Lincoln High School (rated 2/10), Weeks Middle School (rated 2/10).

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421 E Thorton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

South Park

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Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
505 36th St, Des Moines, IA 50312	4.10	-	-	-	-	Off Market

Homes for rent near 421 E Thorton Ave

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$1,425/mo
2 bd
1.5 ba
995 sqft
3154 Indianola Ave #101,
Des Moines, IA 50315
$1,125/mo
1 bd
1 ba
715 sqft
3154 Indianola Ave #201,
Des Moines, IA 50315
$1,375/mo
2 bd
1 ba
1,025 sqft
3138 Indianola Ave #104,
Des Moines, IA 50315
$1,295/mo
2 bd
1 ba
1,408 sqft
3302 SE 5th St #DES,
Des Moines, IA 50315
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$1,100/mo
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1 ba
1,440 sqft
3216 SE 5th St,
Des Moines, IA 50315
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$995/mo
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1 ba
728 sqft
419 E Watrous Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50315
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About this House

421 E Thorton Ave is in the South Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50315.

421 E Thorton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a unknown in South Park. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Home Details for 421 E Thorton Ave

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Property Type / Style Property Type: Unknown

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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
Parent Review
7y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

South Park

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What Locals Say about South Park

At least 14 Trulia users voted on each feature.

87 % Say car is needed
80 % Say yards are well-kept
79 % Say there's holiday spirit
74 % Say there are sidewalks
70 % Say parking is easy
70 % Say it's dog friendly
60 % Say kids play outside
60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
46 % Say neighbors are friendly
45 % Say people would walk alone at night
44 % Say it's quiet
43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
39 % Say streets are well-lit
20 % Say there's wildlife
19 % Say there are community events

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Jess R.
Prev. Resident
6y ago
"Well maintained and well kept under control. Very friendly neighborhood. If i could i would move back to the area/home. "
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Lorri H.
Resident
8y ago
"Right on the bus line, hyvee is just a couple blocks away, also laundromat and car wash, everything is close by, even if you are walking you won't have to go far"
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Frequently asked questions about 421 E Thorton Ave

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.
What do residents say about the South Park neighborhood?
Residents describe the South Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in South Park, Des Moines.
What are the closest schools to 421 E Thorton Ave?
The closest schools to 421 E Thorton Ave in Des Moines, IA are Howe Elementary School (rated 2/10), Lincoln High School (rated 2/10), Weeks Middle School (rated 2/10).