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 608 E Edison Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 608 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $127,300 .

What is the price history for 608 E Edison Ave?

608 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $89,900 in July 2022.

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 608 E Edison Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 608 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 608 E Edison Ave?

The lot at 608 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.11 acres (4,792 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$127,300

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
672 sqft

608 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

McKinley School - Columbus Park

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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 11, 2022 for $89,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$127K

Since last month

$5K (-3.5%)

Since last year

$500 (+0.4%)

Since last sale

$37K (+41.6%)

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 +59% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$127K
August 2026	$129K
July 2026	$132K
June 2026	$130K
May 2026	$130K
April 2026	$126K
March 2026	$123K
February 2026	$122K
January 2026	$123K
2025
December 2025	$121K
November 2025	$123K
October 2025	$124K
September 2025	$125K
August 2025	$127K
July 2025	$130K
June 2025	$128K
May 2025	$128K
April 2025	$128K
March 2025	$126K
February 2025	$127K
January 2025	$127K
2024
December 2024	$128K
November 2024	$130K
October 2024	$129K
September 2024	$128K
August 2024	$135K
July 2024	$135K
June 2024	$137K
May 2024	$137K
April 2024	$134K
March 2024	$128K
February 2024	$115K
January 2024	$104K
2023
December 2023	$95K
November 2023	$95K
October 2023	$94K
September 2023	$94K
August 2023	$93K
July 2023	$94K
June 2023	$93K
May 2023	$93K
April 2023	$93K
March 2023	$93K
February 2023	$92K
January 2023	$91K
2022
December 2022	$92K
November 2022	$92K
October 2022	$92K
September 2022	$92K
August 2022	$91K
July 2022	$91K
June 2022	$110K
May 2022	$126K
April 2022	$121K
March 2022	$120K
February 2022	$116K
January 2022	$116K
2021
December 2021	$118K
November 2021	$118K
October 2021	$119K
September 2021	$121K
August 2021	$125K
July 2021	$130K
June 2021	$127K
May 2021	$121K
April 2021	$119K
March 2021	$119K
February 2021	$119K
January 2021	$116K
2020
December 2020	$113K
November 2020	$111K
October 2020	$110K
September 2020	$108K
August 2020	$109K
July 2020	$108K
June 2020	$107K
May 2020	$107K
April 2020	$102K
March 2020	$93K
February 2020	$75K
January 2020	$105K
2019
December 2019	$106K
November 2019	$106K
October 2019	$94K
September 2019	$93K
August 2019	$94K
July 2019	$90K
June 2019	$98K
May 2019	$97K
April 2019	$97K
March 2019	$97K
February 2019	$97K
January 2019	$96K
2018
December 2018	$94K
November 2018	$92K
October 2018	$91K
September 2018	$92K
August 2018	$92K
July 2018	$90K
June 2018	$91K
May 2018	$93K
April 2018	$90K
March 2018	$90K
February 2018	$91K
January 2018	$91K
2017
December 2017	$89K
November 2017	$88K
October 2017	$88K
September 2017	$87K
August 2017	$86K
July 2017	$89K
June 2017	$90K
May 2017	$90K
April 2017	$90K
March 2017	$90K
February 2017	$91K
January 2017	$90K
2016
December 2016	$83K
November 2016	$83K
October 2016	$82K
September 2016	$80K

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
609 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.08	Single-Family Home	$167,000	04/30/26	2	1	728
501 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.17	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
610 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$157,700	2	1	672	Off Market
620 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$163,800	3	1	836	Off Market
700 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$219,300	3	1	778	Off Market
706 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$221,700	3	3	1,576	Off Market
714 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.08	$124,000	2	1	620	Off Market
604 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$137,000	2	1	672	Off Market
600 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$179,500	4	2	1,200	Off Market
609 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$112,100	3	1	844	Off Market
611 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$128,500	2	1	604	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1959

672 sqft

$189/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 608 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA. 608 E Edison Ave is in the McKinley School - Columbus Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50315. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 672 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 4792 sqft and was built in 1959.

608 E Edison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 672 sqft single-family home in McKinley School - Columbus Park, built in 1959. It last sold for $89,900 on Jul 11, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $127,300, with a rent estimate of $917/month.

Home Details for 608 E Edison Ave

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

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1959
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 4791 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jul 11, 2022 Source: DMMLS #653871	Sold	$89,900
Jun 24, 2022 Source: DMMLS #653871	Pending	$109,900
Jun 18, 2022 Source: DMMLS #653871	PriceChange	$109,900 Price decreased by 4%
Jun 10, 2022 Source: DMMLS #653871	Listed For Sale	$114,900
Feb 14, 2020 Source: DMMLS #597529	Sold	$75,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,960	$124,600

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
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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 608 E Edison Ave

What is 608 E Edison Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 608 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $127,300.
What is the price history for 608 E Edison Ave?
608 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $89,900 in July 2022.
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 608 E Edison Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 608 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 608 E Edison Ave?
The lot at 608 E Edison Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.11 acres (4,792 sq ft).