Does East Village, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 93% of users say there are sidewalks

Is East Village, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Does East Village, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is parking easy in East Village, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say parking is easy

Is East Village, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 70% of users say it's dog friendly

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

As of early 2026, 67% of users say streets are well-lit

Is East Village, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

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

As of early 2026, 61% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is a car needed in East Village, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say car is needed

Are neighbors friendly in East Village, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 41% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is East Village, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in East Village, Des Moines, IA?

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

Is there wildlife in East Village, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 29% of users say there's wildlife

Do kids play outside in East Village, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 27% of users say kids play outside

Are yards well-kept in East Village, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 25% of users say yards are well-kept

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

As of early 2026, 14% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

What is 709 E Locust St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 709 E Locust St in Des Moines, IA is $515,500 .

What is the price history for 709 E Locust St?

709 E Locust St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $158,500 in May 2007.

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 709 E Locust St have air conditioning?

Yes, 709 E Locust St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 709 E Locust St?

The lot at 709 E Locust St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.04 acres (1,698 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$515,500

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,200 sqft

709 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

East Village

Est. Refi. Payment $3,407/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold May 30, 2007 for $158,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$516K

Since last month

$75K (+16.9%)

Since last year

$103K (+25.1%)

Since last sale

$356K (+224.8%)

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 +507% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$515K
August 2026	$512K
July 2026	$440K
June 2026	$447K
May 2026	$480K
April 2026	$370K
March 2026	$328K
February 2026	$322K
January 2026	$318K
2025
December 2025	$507K
November 2025	$486K
October 2025	$463K
September 2025	$409K
August 2025	$412K
July 2025	$404K
June 2025	$431K
May 2025	$433K
April 2025	$334K
March 2025	$345K
February 2025	$340K
January 2025	$351K
2024
December 2024	$339K
November 2024	$333K
October 2024	$348K
September 2024	$344K
August 2024	$345K
July 2024	$355K
June 2024	$352K
May 2024	$347K
April 2024	$346K
March 2024	$337K
February 2024	$334K
January 2024	$326K
2023
December 2023	$328K
November 2023	$323K
October 2023	$319K
September 2023	$325K
August 2023	$324K
July 2023	$358K
June 2023	$321K
2016
December 2016	$81K
November 2016	$75K
October 2016	$93K
September 2016	$85K

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
1217 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA	0.75	Single-Family Home	$165,000	02/17/26	3	2	1,861
201 Grand Ave #209, Des Moines, IA	0.69	Single-Family Home	$400,000	11/03/25	3	3.5	2,058
1012 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA	0.65	Single-Family Home	$115,000	03/11/26	4	2	1,680
1231 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA	0.82	Single-Family Home	$162,000	09/15/25	3	2	1,710

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
3930 Grand Ave #2PSE, Des Moines, IA 50312	3.25	$431,500	2	2	1,531	Off Market
3663 Grand Ave #201, Des Moines, IA 50312	3.06	$167,700	2	2	1,218	Off Market
2331 Glenwood Dr #44, Des Moines, IA 50321	2.97	$174,100	2	1.5	1,134	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1990

2,200 sqft

$234/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 709 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA. 709 E Locust St is in the East Village neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50309. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 2,200 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 1698 sqft and was built in 1990.

709 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,200 sqft single-family home in East Village, built in 1990. It last sold for $158,500 on May 30, 2007. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $515,500, with a rent estimate of $2,145/month.

Home Details for 709 E Locust St

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling Cooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherDeckExterior: Brick

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1990Year Updated: 1990
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: townhouse

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1698 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
May 30, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$158,500
Nov 1, 2006 Source: N/A	Sold	$411,500
Feb 23, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$307,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2021	Unavailable	$12,500

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

Carver Elementary School
PK-5
Public
430 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
In response to the recent post, I feel bad that your child has been the victim of bullying. However, I have noticed that bullying is snuffed out very quickly. The only time it goes on is when students to not report it. We don't cater to the minorities. The majority of the student population is minority, possibly as high as 86%. We see no color at our school. Everyone is a human being that deserves respect. As far as field trips, that is the policy of the Des Moines Public School District. We get "1" field trip a year. The school does not make that decision. Submitted by staff.
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What Locals Say about East Village

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

93 % Say there are sidewalks
88 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
74 % Say there's holiday spirit
73 % Say parking is easy
70 % Say it's dog friendly
67 % Say streets are well-lit
61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
61 % Say people would walk alone at night
47 % Say car is needed
41 % Say neighbors are friendly
36 % Say it's quiet
33 % Say there are community events
29 % Say there's wildlife
27 % Say kids play outside
25 % Say yards are well-kept
14 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Haley O.
Resident
5y ago
"lovely area to live in, nice space for walks outside. lots of shops and restaurants around. everyone's friendly "
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Elianaisebastian3
Resident
6y ago
"Pretty quiet area when it needs to be quiet and pretty up beat when there are events. Super safe neighborhood to say the least!"
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Sarah
Resident
7y ago
"Easy access to freeway and walking distance to downtown. pretty much in the center of everything. The problem is the parking."
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Sean M.
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8y ago
"In Des Moines for a business trip very impressed with the city its cleanliness the level of activities the people. A bit warm on all but seems like a wonderful place to live."
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Frequently asked questions about 709 E Locust St

What is 709 E Locust St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 709 E Locust St in Des Moines, IA is $515,500.
What is the price history for 709 E Locust St?
709 E Locust St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $158,500 in May 2007.
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 709 E Locust St have air conditioning?
Yes, 709 E Locust St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 709 E Locust St?
The lot at 709 E Locust St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.04 acres (1,698 sq ft).