Are yards well-kept in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Fairground, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say car is needed

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say it's dog friendly

Do kids play outside in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say kids play outside

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say neighbors are friendly

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

As of early 2026, 59% of users say people would walk alone at night

Does Fairground, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is there wildlife in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say there's wildlife

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

As of early 2026, 38% of users say streets are well-lit

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

As of early 2026, 37% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 34% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 34% of users say there are community events

What is 516 E 30th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 516 E 30th St in Des Moines, IA is $113,800 .

What is the price history for 516 E 30th St?

516 E 30th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $77,000 in May 2017.

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 516 E 30th St?

The lot at 516 E 30th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (6,795 sq ft).

Does 516 E 30th St have a garage?

Yes, 516 E 30th St in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$113,800

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,083 sqft

516 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold May 16, 2017 for $77,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$114K

Since last month

$10K (-7.9%)

Since last year

$8K (-6.4%)

Since last sale

$34K (+43.5%)

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 +123% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$111K
July 2026	$120K
June 2026	$120K
May 2026	$123K
April 2026	$122K
March 2026	$115K
February 2026	$110K
January 2026	$115K
2025
December 2025	$115K
November 2025	$114K
October 2025	$113K
September 2025	$120K
August 2025	$118K
July 2025	$120K
June 2025	$120K
May 2025	$119K
April 2025	$118K
March 2025	$123K
February 2025	$115K
January 2025	$116K
2024
December 2024	$120K
November 2024	$123K
October 2024	$120K
September 2024	$118K
August 2024	$124K
July 2024	$127K
June 2024	$128K
May 2024	$129K
April 2024	$125K
March 2024	$122K
February 2024	$115K
January 2024	$113K
2023
December 2023	$117K
November 2023	$117K
October 2023	$118K
September 2023	$116K
August 2023	$116K
July 2023	$119K
June 2023	$117K
May 2023	$117K
April 2023	$114K
March 2023	$109K
February 2023	$106K
January 2023	$108K
2022
December 2022	$109K
November 2022	$111K
October 2022	$115K
September 2022	$115K
August 2022	$116K
July 2022	$118K
June 2022	$119K
May 2022	$116K
April 2022	$107K
March 2022	$100K
February 2022	$91K
January 2022	$92K
2021
December 2021	$92K
November 2021	$95K
October 2021	$97K
September 2021	$98K
August 2021	$101K
July 2021	$106K
June 2021	$107K
May 2021	$107K
April 2021	$106K
March 2021	$98K
February 2021	$88K
January 2021	$83K
2020
December 2020	$87K
November 2020	$93K
October 2020	$88K
September 2020	$84K
August 2020	$78K
July 2020	$84K
June 2020	$78K
May 2020	$82K
April 2020	$86K
March 2020	$86K
February 2020	$85K
January 2020	$85K
2019
December 2019	$85K
November 2019	$84K
October 2019	$84K
September 2019	$84K
August 2019	$84K
July 2019	$84K
June 2019	$85K
May 2019	$84K
April 2019	$84K
March 2019	$84K
February 2019	$84K
January 2019	$83K
2018
December 2018	$82K
November 2018	$82K
October 2018	$82K
September 2018	$82K
August 2018	$82K
July 2018	$82K
June 2018	$81K
May 2018	$82K
April 2018	$80K
March 2018	$80K
February 2018	$79K
January 2018	$79K
2017
December 2017	$80K
November 2017	$79K
October 2017	$78K
September 2017	$79K
August 2017	$78K
July 2017	$77K
June 2017	$77K
May 2017	$77K
April 2017	$50K
March 2017	$50K
February 2017	$52K
January 2017	$55K
2016
December 2016	$55K
November 2016	$51K
October 2016	$51K
September 2016	$50K
August 2016	$50K

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
614 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA	0.06	Single-Family Home	$40,490	02/05/26	2	1	858
2736 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA	0.26	Single-Family Home	$105,000	10/28/25	2	1	848
3029 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.38	Single-Family Home	$60,000	05/27/26	2	1	928

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
514 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$77,200	Studio	1	360	Off Market
2945 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$150,000	2	1	936	For Sale
2939 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$100,500	2	1	1,203	Off Market
2935 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$121,800	2	1	789	Off Market
2927 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$151,600	3	1	1,264	Off Market
2925 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$114,600	2	1	744	Off Market
522 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$107,200	2	1	848	Off Market
2944 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$148,100	2	1	944	Off Market
2940 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$153,400	2	1	936	Off Market
2934 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$169,400	3	1	720	Off Market
2930 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$130,500	2	1	832	Off Market
2926 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$183,800	3	2	1,218	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 516 E 30th St.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1890

Living Area

1,083 sqft

Price/Sqft

$105

Parking

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 516 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA. 516 E 30th St is in the Fairground neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,083 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6795 sqft and was built in 1890.

516 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,083 sqft single-family home in Fairground, built in 1890. It last sold for $77,000 on May 16, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $113,800, with a rent estimate of $1,290/month.

Home Details for 516 E 30th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionExterior: Metal
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1890Year Updated: 1924
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6795 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
May 16, 2017 Source: N/A	Sold	$77,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,776	$90,700

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

Willard Elementary School
K-5
Public
266 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Willard Elementary likes to bully children with special needs. They are aware of disabilities the child has but does the complete opposite when trying to "help" the child. They grab children and yell at them. Even those with PTSD which that behavior can make matters worse and the child's behavior worse. I would not recommend this school especially for special needs students
Parent Review
10mo ago
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Fairground

At least 35 Trulia users voted on each feature.

94 % Say yards are well-kept
91 % Say there are sidewalks
82 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say car is needed
77 % Say it's dog friendly
74 % Say kids play outside
65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
62 % Say neighbors are friendly
59 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say there's holiday spirit
49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
46 % Say there's wildlife
38 % Say streets are well-lit
37 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
34 % Say it's quiet
34 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Bailee Huddleson
Resident
9mo ago
"I have had multiple encounters with my neighbors. They remain friendly and keep to themselves. Every once in awhile you will someone walking around that looks a little sus but I’ve had a good experience for the most part. "
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Trulia User
Visitor
4y ago
"that the area is safe for their kids to live in and that it people and that their kids don't have too much to worry about in their neighborhood around their home or at school "
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Sue C.
Resident
6y ago
"We are friendly with several of our neighbors, we have BBQ'S or have snacks with a few of them. They look out for our place, as we look out for theirs. We definitely watch the "druggies" that come and go from one house across the alley from us."
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Sue C.
Resident
6y ago
"I've lived here for almost 3 years with a friend. It's a crowded house, but we all love this neighborhood. There was only a few incidents that had me concerned, but they seem to have been isolated. Neighbors tend to look out for each other here, like the old days."
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Susan C.
Resident
7y ago
"It's a nice quiet neighborhood with lots of dogs all around. Some outside in fenced yards, and some inside. Some being walked around by their owners. There are sidewalks to walk on."
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Leavinalegacy
Resident
7y ago
"Iowa State Fairgrounds is close by, which also houses events year round, such as flea markets, car shows, etc. "
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Mercedesericasix
Visitor
7y ago
"Dogs in the neighborhood more than most. It is probably the oldest area in Des Moines so the houses aren't brand new but many have been updated and look beautiful"
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Julie S.
Resident
8y ago
"The commute is easy especially if you work downtown. There is great access to I-235 and I-80. West Des Moines and Clive area 15 minutes."
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Susan C.
Resident
8y ago
"I've been living here for over a year (with a friend), and have enjoyed it here. We are close to the stores and restaurants, and the Iowa State Fairgrounds. It's nice sitting out on the deck at night, other than the cars speeding down the street. "
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Susan C.
Resident
8y ago
"I've lived in this neighborhood, at my friend's house, for over a year, now. It is a very nice, kind, friendly neighborhood. "
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Susan C.
Resident
8y ago
"I have lived here, thanks to our friend for taking us in, for just about a year. It seems to be very friendly, and close to stores and restaurants. And is also close to the Iowa State Fairgrounds. "
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Susan C.
Resident
8y ago
"I've live here with our friend for about a year. It is a friendly neighborhood. It is very close to a lot of things, including the Iowa State Fairgrounds. "
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Frequently asked questions about 516 E 30th St

What is 516 E 30th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 516 E 30th St in Des Moines, IA is $113,800.
What is the price history for 516 E 30th St?
516 E 30th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $77,000 in May 2017.
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 516 E 30th St?
The lot at 516 E 30th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (6,795 sq ft).
Does 516 E 30th St have a garage?
Yes, 516 E 30th St in Des Moines, IA has a garage.