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

As of early 2026, 88% of users say yards are well-kept

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

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

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

As of early 2026, 84% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Highland Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say there are sidewalks

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

As of early 2026, 76% of users say kids play outside

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

As of early 2026, 72% of users say car is needed

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

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's dog friendly

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

As of early 2026, 69% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

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

As of early 2026, 65% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

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

As of early 2026, 60% of users say streets are well-lit

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

As of early 2026, 60% of users say people would walk alone at night

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

As of early 2026, 54% of users say neighbors are friendly

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

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

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say it's quiet

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

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there's wildlife

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

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there are community events

What is 601 E Aurora Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 601 E Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA is $211,800 .

What is the price history for 601 E Aurora Ave?

601 E Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $79,500 in September 2011.

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 601 E Aurora Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 601 E Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 601 E Aurora Ave?

The lot at 601 E Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (7,050 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$211,800

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,286 sqft

601 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,442/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 15, 2011 for $79,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$212K

Since last month

$2K (-0.9%)

Since last year

$9K (+4.3%)

Since last sale

$132K (+166.4%)

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 +71% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$212K
August 2026	$211K
July 2026	$214K
June 2026	$211K
May 2026	$211K
April 2026	$211K
March 2026	$207K
February 2026	$205K
January 2026	$203K
2025
December 2025	$201K
November 2025	$207K
October 2025	$207K
September 2025	$200K
August 2025	$203K
July 2025	$209K
June 2025	$211K
May 2025	$209K
April 2025	$207K
March 2025	$205K
February 2025	$200K
January 2025	$198K
2024
December 2024	$200K
November 2024	$204K
October 2024	$202K
September 2024	$203K
August 2024	$208K
July 2024	$212K
June 2024	$211K
May 2024	$210K
April 2024	$202K
March 2024	$198K
February 2024	$194K
January 2024	$191K
2023
December 2023	$190K
November 2023	$189K
October 2023	$193K
September 2023	$194K
August 2023	$197K
July 2023	$193K
June 2023	$192K
May 2023	$195K
April 2023	$189K
March 2023	$185K
February 2023	$187K
January 2023	$190K
2022
December 2022	$191K
November 2022	$191K
October 2022	$196K
September 2022	$198K
August 2022	$197K
July 2022	$199K
June 2022	$201K
May 2022	$199K
April 2022	$192K
March 2022	$188K
February 2022	$180K
January 2022	$178K
2021
December 2021	$179K
November 2021	$179K
October 2021	$176K
September 2021	$175K
August 2021	$176K
July 2021	$177K
June 2021	$177K
May 2021	$175K
April 2021	$170K
March 2021	$164K
February 2021	$162K
January 2021	$158K
2020
December 2020	$158K
November 2020	$157K
October 2020	$159K
September 2020	$157K
August 2020	$153K
July 2020	$153K
June 2020	$152K
May 2020	$152K
April 2020	$148K
March 2020	$147K
February 2020	$148K
January 2020	$149K
2019
December 2019	$148K
November 2019	$144K
October 2019	$147K
September 2019	$148K
August 2019	$149K
July 2019	$150K
June 2019	$150K
May 2019	$147K
April 2019	$149K
March 2019	$148K
February 2019	$146K
January 2019	$146K
2018
December 2018	$143K
November 2018	$142K
October 2018	$143K
September 2018	$143K
August 2018	$142K
July 2018	$142K
June 2018	$140K
May 2018	$139K
April 2018	$137K
March 2018	$134K
February 2018	$135K
January 2018	$137K
2017
December 2017	$137K
November 2017	$135K
October 2017	$133K
September 2017	$133K
August 2017	$134K
July 2017	$131K
June 2017	$129K
May 2017	$129K
April 2017	$127K
March 2017	$129K
February 2017	$127K
January 2017	$127K
2016
December 2016	$127K
November 2016	$125K
October 2016	$124K
September 2016	$124K

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
3830 Cornell St, Des Moines, IA	0.47	Single-Family Home	$124,500	10/27/25	4	2	1,201
4000 4th St, Des Moines, IA	0.64	Single-Family Home	$110,000	04/16/26	3	2	1,576

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
4135 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.02	$200,600	3	1	936	Off Market
4131 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.04	$161,700	3	1	760	Off Market
4117 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.07	$169,500	2	1	951	Off Market
4113 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.08	$135,800	1	1	752	Off Market
4109 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.09	$200,900	3	2.5	1,303	Off Market
4106 N Union St, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.10	$163,800	2	1	734	Off Market
523 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.04	$216,100	3	1	1,136	Off Market
4142 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.04	$163,900	2	1	726	Off Market
4138 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.04	$189,200	3	2	1,046	Off Market
4124 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.06	$202,400	3	2	1,106	Off Market
4120 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA 50313	0.07	$153,800	2	1	704	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 601 E Aurora Ave.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1956

Living Area

1,286 sqft

Price/Sqft

$165

Parking

Garage

About this House

This is it! One owner custom ranch with all brick has been carefully cared for and maintained through the years. Mature trees provide shade in the summer and a pretty back drop for the fall. Step in and be amazed at over 1,700 sq.ft. of total finish. The home boasts of new carpet and interior paint. The sunken family room will be everyone's favorite spot to entertain family and friends. Kitchen provides counter seating with all appliances included. Living room w/large picture window showcases ch

601 E Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,286 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1956. It last sold for $79,500 on Sep 15, 2011. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $211,800, with a rent estimate of $1,534/month.

Home Details for 601 E Aurora Ave

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

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: BrickFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1956Year Updated: 1964
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7050 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Sep 15, 2011 Source: N/A	Sold	$79,500
Jul 14, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$89,500 Price decreased by 11%
May 5, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$100,000 Price decreased by 9%
Apr 23, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$110,000 Price decreased by 4%
Feb 5, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$114,900 Price decreased by 3%
Nov 4, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$119,000 Price decreased by 5%
Aug 4, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$125,000 Price decreased by 4%
Jan 23, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$129,900

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,314	$220,900

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

Madison Elementary School
PK-5
Public
258 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
This school has issues with parents voicing there concerns for there students, the staff would rather send students home and not get learning done because they don’t have the support a kid needs if this was the case they should send multiple kids home not just one! Once we stood up for are student they trespassed one parent! Over making sure a student gets there learning they need!!! Steer clear of this school they do not support kids like they need to
Parent Review
10mo ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Highland Park

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What Locals Say about Highland Park

At least 43 Trulia users voted on each feature.

88 % Say yards are well-kept
85 % Say parking is easy
84 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
81 % Say there are sidewalks
76 % Say kids play outside
72 % Say car is needed
71 % Say it's dog friendly
69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
60 % Say streets are well-lit
60 % Say people would walk alone at night
54 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say there's holiday spirit
49 % Say it's quiet
33 % Say there's wildlife
33 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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3y ago
"I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 9 years. It’s beautiful and peaceful and full of kids for my children to play with. Parks are close and so are stores."
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4y ago
"I would not feel safe walking my dog here at night or during the day most of the time for that matter, there is a lot of sketchy people around all the time "
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Jill B.
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6y ago
"to many busy streets. not any dog parks or open areas to let dogs play in. also the sidewalks on main roads are too close to the streets for comfort. "
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Tracy
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8y ago
"I lived in this neighborhood for almost my whole life is a very good neighborhood although now days neighborhoods or any neighborhood are not good to walk alone always make sure that you have someone to walk with but the neighborhood I am in is a good neighborhood and very convenient for shopping and events"
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Rekanovicfatima
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8y ago
"It’s nice and quiet and the neighbors are friendly. There are lots is of shops as well as restaurant. Schools are near by and so is downtown "
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Jeff A.
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8y ago
"the people that live here make it unique and exciting .. to say the least,.. There is a grocery store corner market and pet store close by."
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Susan W.
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8y ago
"I've lived in this neighborhood for five years. people are friendly. we wave at each other as we pass. groceries, drug stores, bank and restaurants are convenient."
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Frequently asked questions about 601 E Aurora Ave

What is 601 E Aurora Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 601 E Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA is $211,800.
What is the price history for 601 E Aurora Ave?
601 E Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $79,500 in September 2011.
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 601 E Aurora Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 601 E Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 601 E Aurora Ave?
The lot at 601 E Aurora Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (7,050 sq ft).