Does McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say there are sidewalks

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say it's dog friendly

Does McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is parking easy in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say car is needed

Are the streets well-lit in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say streets are well-lit

Do residents of McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Do kids play outside in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

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

Would people walk alone at night in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say there's wildlife

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say there are community events

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 31% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 430 E Columbus Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 430 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA is $135,100 .

What is the price history for 430 E Columbus Ave?

430 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $40,500 in September 2015.

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 430 E Columbus Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 430 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 430 E Columbus Ave?

The lot at 430 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.35 acres (15,246 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$135,100

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
717 sqft (on 0.35 acres)

430 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

McKinley School - Columbus Park

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 16, 2015 for $40,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$135K

Since last month

$3K (-2.1%)

Since last year

$4K (-3%)

Since last sale

$94K (+231.9%)

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 +70% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$134K
August 2026	$135K
July 2026	$137K
June 2026	$142K
May 2026	$144K
April 2026	$141K
March 2026	$139K
February 2026	$134K
January 2026	$136K
2025
December 2025	$132K
November 2025	$133K
October 2025	$134K
September 2025	$134K
August 2025	$139K
July 2025	$141K
June 2025	$142K
May 2025	$142K
April 2025	$143K
March 2025	$139K
February 2025	$136K
January 2025	$138K
2024
December 2024	$137K
November 2024	$139K
October 2024	$137K
September 2024	$139K
August 2024	$143K
July 2024	$145K
June 2024	$146K
May 2024	$146K
April 2024	$140K
March 2024	$137K
February 2024	$132K
January 2024	$129K
2023
December 2023	$130K
November 2023	$129K
October 2023	$131K
September 2023	$129K
August 2023	$132K
July 2023	$133K
June 2023	$131K
May 2023	$131K
April 2023	$127K
March 2023	$124K
February 2023	$126K
January 2023	$129K
2022
December 2022	$129K
November 2022	$131K
October 2022	$133K
September 2022	$134K
August 2022	$132K
July 2022	$136K
June 2022	$138K
May 2022	$136K
April 2022	$130K
March 2022	$125K
February 2022	$119K
January 2022	$118K
2021
December 2021	$120K
November 2021	$123K
October 2021	$123K
September 2021	$125K
August 2021	$125K
July 2021	$126K
June 2021	$123K
May 2021	$118K
April 2021	$108K
March 2021	$111K
February 2021	$108K
January 2021	$103K
2020
December 2020	$105K
November 2020	$100K
October 2020	$104K
September 2020	$105K
August 2020	$105K
July 2020	$104K
June 2020	$101K
May 2020	$102K
April 2020	$102K
March 2020	$105K
February 2020	$105K
January 2020	$102K
2019
December 2019	$98K
November 2019	$97K
October 2019	$94K
September 2019	$94K
August 2019	$91K
July 2019	$95K
June 2019	$94K
May 2019	$91K
April 2019	$91K
March 2019	$87K
February 2019	$87K
January 2019	$86K
2018
December 2018	$86K
November 2018	$87K
October 2018	$89K
September 2018	$89K
August 2018	$89K
July 2018	$84K
June 2018	$80K
May 2018	$79K
April 2018	$78K
March 2018	$73K
February 2018	$74K
January 2018	$82K
2017
December 2017	$82K
November 2017	$80K
October 2017	$82K
September 2017	$84K
August 2017	$83K
July 2017	$82K
June 2017	$80K
May 2017	$81K
April 2017	$84K
March 2017	$81K
February 2017	$81K
January 2017	$81K
2016
December 2016	$82K
November 2016	$81K
October 2016	$81K
September 2016	$79K

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
320 E Gray St, Des Moines, IA	0.30	Single-Family Home	$129,900	06/16/26	2	1	864
609 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.20	Single-Family Home	$167,000	04/30/26	2	1	728
501 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.14	Single-Family Home	$150,000	11/13/25	1	1	480

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
426 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$139,700	2	1	738	Off Market
422 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$191,700	3	2	1,144	Off Market
418 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$140,600	2	1	717	Off Market
414 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$160,500	2	1	969	Off Market
410 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$135,600	2	1	717	Off Market
1917 SE 4th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.07	$120,700	2	1	604	Off Market
434 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$244,800	3	2	1,347	Off Market
438 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$132,400	2	1	717	Off Market
2 E Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.36	$197,700	3	2	960	Off Market
1971 S Union St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.39	$207,400	3	3	800	Off Market
5 Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.39	$170,000	2	1.5	720	Off Market
9 Hillside Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.39	$227,700	4	2	1,900	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1954

0.35 acre lot

717 sqft

$188/sqft

Garage

About this House

Great investment opportunity! 2 bedroom ranch located in established neighborhood just minutes from downtown. Large lot and 3 car garage! Listed well below assessed value. Home inspection is for buyers knowledge only. Water will NOT be turned on. Purchaser should utilize alternative means to determine plumbing condition such as an air pressure test.

430 E Columbus Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 717 sqft single-family home in McKinley School - Columbus Park, built in 1954. It last sold for $40,500 on Sep 16, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $135,100, with a rent estimate of $937/month.

Home Details for 430 E Columbus Ave

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 4

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.35 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Sep 16, 2015 Source: DMMLS #457877	Sold	$40,500
Aug 14, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$37,200 Price increased by 238%
Jul 31, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$11,000 Price decreased by 70%
Jul 8, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$37,200
Jun 19, 2015 Source: N/A	Sold	$94,489
Nov 22, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$87,500
Aug 22, 1997 Source: N/A	Sold	$47,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,100	$132,300

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

McKinley Elementary School
PK-5
Public
267 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
4/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
McKinley has great staff, dedicated teachers, and wonderful students!
Parent Review
15y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about McKinley School - Columbus Park

At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.

92 % Say there are sidewalks
92 % Say it's dog friendly
89 % Say there's holiday spirit
85 % Say parking is easy
85 % Say yards are well-kept
73 % Say car is needed
73 % Say streets are well-lit
69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
64 % Say kids play outside
64 % Say people would walk alone at night
57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say there's wildlife
45 % Say it's quiet
40 % Say there are community events
31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Frequently asked questions about 430 E Columbus Ave

What is 430 E Columbus Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 430 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA is $135,100.
What is the price history for 430 E Columbus Ave?
430 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $40,500 in September 2015.
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 430 E Columbus Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 430 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 430 E Columbus Ave?
The lot at 430 E Columbus Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.35 acres (15,246 sq ft).