518 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

$189,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,422 sqft

518 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground
Est. Refi. Payment $1,298/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 29, 2021 for $119,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$189K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-1.2%)
Since last year
Increased$5K (+2.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$71K (+59.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +91% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$190K
August 2026$189K
July 2026$192K
June 2026$194K
May 2026$196K
April 2026$193K
March 2026$181K
February 2026$177K
January 2026$177K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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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
2743 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.01
$221,500
4
1.5
1,131
Recently Sold
2737 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.02
$162,400
4
1
924
Off Market
2735 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.03
$130,200
2
1
880
Off Market
2727 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.04
$154,300
2
1
1,002
Off Market
2725 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.05
$135,700
2
1
1,128
Off Market
2721 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.06
$76,600
2
1
873
Off Market
2744 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.03
$117,800
1
1
812
Off Market
2738 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.03
$82,700
2
1
768
Off Market
2740 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.03
$104,800
2
1
768
Off Market
2736 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.03
$126,600
2
1
768
Off Market
2734 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.04
$130,900
2
1
768
Off Market
2730 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.04
$120,800
2
1
1,100
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1923
1,422 sqft
$133/sqft
Garage

About this House

Large 3 bedroom 1 bath 1 1/2 story home in good condition. Home has open living room/dining area when you walk in through he enclosed front porch. 2 bedrooms and a bathroom off the side. The upstairs is finished with a large bedroom. There is also a fenced in yard and a 2 car garage. Property is being sold As-Is. Inspections are for buyers knowledge only. Buyer will be responsible for all abstracting and title costs. Seller is The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. This property may qualify for Seller Financing (Vendee. Property was built prior to 1978 and lead based paint may potentially exist.
518 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,422 sqft single-family home in Fairground, built in 1923. It last sold for $119,000 on Jun 29, 2021. More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2013 with an asking price of $1,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 3, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $189,200, with a rent estimate of $1,525/month.

Home Details for 518 E 28th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticTypes of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1923Year Updated: 2024
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7009 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 29, 2021
Source: DMMLS #630114
Sold
$119,000
Mar 19, 2020
Source: DMMLS #596652
Sold
$97,000
Feb 13, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$97,000
Feb 5, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$97,000
Price decreased by 3%
Jan 7, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$100,000

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

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Neighborhood Overview

Fairground
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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

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  • Bailee Huddleson
    "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
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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
    "Iowa State Fairgrounds is close by, which also houses events year round, such as flea markets, car shows, etc. "
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  • Mercedesericasix
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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 518 E 28th St

  • What is 518 E 28th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 518 E 28th St in Des Moines, IA is $189,200.
  • What is the price history for 518 E 28th St?
    518 E 28th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $119,000 in June 2021.
  • 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.
  • Does 518 E 28th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 518 E 28th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 518 E 28th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 518 E 28th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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