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

What is 511 E Park Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 511 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is $208,000 .

What is the price history for 511 E Park Ave?

511 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $52,500 in November 1990.

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.

How big is the lot at 511 E Park Ave?

The lot at 511 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.20 acres (8,886 sq ft).

Does 511 E Park Ave have a garage?

Yes, 511 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$208,000

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
932 sqft

511 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

South Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,416/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 27, 1990 for $52,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$208K

Since last month

$4K (-1.7%)

Since last year

$8K (+3.8%)

Since last sale

$157K (+298.1%)

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 +55% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$209K
August 2026	$209K
July 2026	$213K
June 2026	$210K
May 2026	$212K
April 2026	$211K
March 2026	$207K
February 2026	$201K
January 2026	$203K
2025
December 2025	$203K
November 2025	$204K
October 2025	$205K
September 2025	$201K
August 2025	$201K
July 2025	$206K
June 2025	$207K
May 2025	$211K
April 2025	$209K
March 2025	$206K
February 2025	$200K
January 2025	$198K
2024
December 2024	$202K
November 2024	$205K
October 2024	$209K
September 2024	$210K
August 2024	$210K
July 2024	$214K
June 2024	$213K
May 2024	$215K
April 2024	$210K
March 2024	$208K
February 2024	$201K
January 2024	$199K
2023
December 2023	$199K
November 2023	$199K
October 2023	$202K
September 2023	$202K
August 2023	$204K
July 2023	$202K
June 2023	$201K
May 2023	$204K
April 2023	$198K
March 2023	$193K
February 2023	$186K
January 2023	$186K
2022
December 2022	$187K
November 2022	$190K
October 2022	$195K
September 2022	$196K
August 2022	$196K
July 2022	$197K
June 2022	$198K
May 2022	$196K
April 2022	$188K
March 2022	$177K
February 2022	$165K
January 2022	$166K
2021
December 2021	$169K
November 2021	$170K
October 2021	$173K
September 2021	$175K
August 2021	$178K
July 2021	$181K
June 2021	$182K
May 2021	$183K
April 2021	$179K
March 2021	$176K
February 2021	$176K
January 2021	$171K
2020
December 2020	$169K
November 2020	$167K
October 2020	$164K
September 2020	$162K
August 2020	$157K
July 2020	$157K
June 2020	$155K
May 2020	$154K
April 2020	$157K
March 2020	$154K
February 2020	$151K
January 2020	$152K
2019
December 2019	$151K
November 2019	$153K
October 2019	$154K
September 2019	$156K
August 2019	$156K
July 2019	$154K
June 2019	$154K
May 2019	$157K
April 2019	$155K
March 2019	$158K
February 2019	$157K
January 2019	$156K
2018
December 2018	$159K
November 2018	$155K
October 2018	$156K
September 2018	$157K
August 2018	$157K
July 2018	$156K
June 2018	$155K
May 2018	$155K
April 2018	$155K
March 2018	$149K
February 2018	$149K
January 2018	$146K
2017
December 2017	$148K
November 2017	$148K
October 2017	$148K
September 2017	$147K
August 2017	$148K
July 2017	$142K
June 2017	$142K
May 2017	$143K
April 2017	$141K
March 2017	$138K
February 2017	$136K
January 2017	$138K
2016
December 2016	$134K
November 2016	$135K
October 2016	$137K
September 2016	$135K

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
1428 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.54	Single-Family Home	-	-	3	1	875

Home facts updated by county records

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
510 E Hughes Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$220,000	3	2	1,100	For Sale
3209 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$175,200	1	1	856	Off Market
521 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$175,800	3	1	931	Off Market
601 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$193,800	2	1	1,040	Off Market
501 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$191,400	3	1	1,016	Off Market
306 Fulton Dr, Des Moines, IA 50315	1.13	$188,700	2	1	1,210	Off Market
502 E Hughes Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$255,500	4	3	2,240	Off Market
3213 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$268,200	5	3	2,168	Off Market
514 E Hughes Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$218,000	4	2	960	Off Market
520 E Hughes Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$198,400	2	1.5	1,180	Off Market
600 E Hughes Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$231,400	4	2	1,500	Off Market
509 E Hughes Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$227,800	2	2	988	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 511 E Park Ave.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1970

Living Area

932 sqft

Price/Sqft

$223

Parking

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 511 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA. 511 E Park Ave is in the South Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50315. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 932 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 8886 sqft and was built in 1970.

511 E Park Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 932 sqft single-family home in South Park, built in 1970. It last sold for $52,500 on Nov 27, 1990. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $208,000, with a rent estimate of $1,295/month.

Home Details for 511 E Park Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1970Year Updated: 1980
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split entry

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8886 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Nov 27, 1990 Source: N/A	Sold	$52,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,992	$232,700

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

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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.
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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 511 E Park Ave

What is 511 E Park Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 511 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is $208,000.
What is the price history for 511 E Park Ave?
511 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $52,500 in November 1990.
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.
How big is the lot at 511 E Park Ave?
The lot at 511 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.20 acres (8,886 sq ft).
Does 511 E Park Ave have a garage?
Yes, 511 E Park Ave in Des Moines, IA has a garage.