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

As of early 2026, 87% of users say car is needed

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

As of early 2026, 80% of users say yards are well-kept

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

As of early 2026, 79% of users say there's holiday spirit

Does South Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say there are sidewalks

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

As of early 2026, 70% of users say parking is easy

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

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

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

As of early 2026, 60% of users say kids play outside

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

As of early 2026, 60% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

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

As of early 2026, 52% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

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

As of early 2026, 46% of users say neighbors are friendly

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

As of early 2026, 45% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is South Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say it's quiet

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

As of early 2026, 43% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

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

As of early 2026, 39% of users say streets are well-lit

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

As of early 2026, 20% of users say there's wildlife

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

As of early 2026, 19% of users say there are community events

What is 720 E Miller Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 720 E Miller Ave in Des Moines, IA is $196,400 .

What is the price history for 720 E Miller Ave?

720 E Miller Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $144,000 in January 2020.

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.

How big is the lot at 720 E Miller Ave?

The lot at 720 E Miller Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.47 acres (20,386 sq ft).

Does 720 E Miller Ave have a garage?

Yes, 720 E Miller Ave in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$196,400

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,048 sqft (on 0.47 acres)

720 E Miller Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

South Park

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 23, 2020 for $144,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$196K

Since last month

$6K (-3.1%)

Since last year

$700 (-0.4%)

Since last sale

$52K (+36.4%)

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 +73% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$196K
August 2026	$200K
July 2026	$203K
June 2026	$198K
May 2026	$199K
April 2026	$197K
March 2026	$193K
February 2026	$191K
January 2026	$191K
2025
December 2025	$190K
November 2025	$194K
October 2025	$194K
September 2025	$195K
August 2025	$197K
July 2025	$198K
June 2025	$202K
May 2025	$201K
April 2025	$199K
March 2025	$198K
February 2025	$194K
January 2025	$194K
2024
December 2024	$194K
November 2024	$199K
October 2024	$200K
September 2024	$198K
August 2024	$200K
July 2024	$202K
June 2024	$202K
May 2024	$202K
April 2024	$200K
March 2024	$197K
February 2024	$192K
January 2024	$190K
2023
December 2023	$191K
November 2023	$191K
October 2023	$192K
September 2023	$193K
August 2023	$195K
July 2023	$195K
June 2023	$194K
May 2023	$187K
April 2023	$182K
March 2023	$178K
February 2023	$175K
January 2023	$175K
2022
December 2022	$176K
November 2022	$178K
October 2022	$182K
September 2022	$184K
August 2022	$184K
July 2022	$184K
June 2022	$185K
May 2022	$182K
April 2022	$176K
March 2022	$173K
February 2022	$171K
January 2022	$169K
2021
December 2021	$170K
November 2021	$170K
October 2021	$170K
September 2021	$169K
August 2021	$171K
July 2021	$169K
June 2021	$166K
May 2021	$163K
April 2021	$160K
March 2021	$159K
February 2021	$157K
January 2021	$153K
2020
December 2020	$152K
November 2020	$151K
October 2020	$150K
September 2020	$151K
August 2020	$148K
July 2020	$149K
June 2020	$149K
May 2020	$147K
April 2020	$146K
March 2020	$145K
February 2020	$144K
January 2020	$144K
2019
December 2019	$147K
November 2019	$147K
October 2019	$134K
September 2019	$135K
August 2019	$135K
July 2019	$133K
June 2019	$131K
May 2019	$130K
April 2019	$130K
March 2019	$130K
February 2019	$130K
January 2019	$130K
2018
December 2018	$133K
November 2018	$134K
October 2018	$131K
September 2018	$133K
August 2018	$130K
July 2018	$128K
June 2018	$128K
May 2018	$126K
April 2018	$126K
March 2018	$123K
February 2018	$118K
January 2018	$119K
2017
December 2017	$123K
November 2017	$123K
October 2017	$123K
September 2017	$122K
August 2017	$121K
July 2017	$114K
June 2017	$114K
May 2017	$115K
April 2017	$113K
March 2017	$105K
February 2017	$111K
January 2017	$113K
2016
December 2016	$112K
November 2016	$112K
October 2016	$114K
September 2016	$114K

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
3409 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$140,300	2	1	864	Off Market
3413 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$195,800	2	1	864	Off Market
3401 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$138,000	2	1	714	Off Market
3421 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$219,900	4	2	1,090	Recently Sold
3417 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$203,400	2	2	1,000	Off Market
809 E Miller Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.07	$263,600	3	2	1,422	Off Market
3404 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$279,800	4	2	1,556	Off Market
712 E Miller Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$201,600	3	2	925	Off Market
716 E Miller Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$161,500	2	2	936	Off Market
700 E Miller Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$224,400	4	3	1,439	Off Market
708 E Miller Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$217,400	3	1.5	992	Off Market
614 E Miller Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.07	$197,100	3	1	1,053	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 720 E Miller Ave.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1920

0.47 acre lot

1,048 sqft

$187/sqft

Garage

About this House

Come check out this well-maintained home that is just minutes from downtown! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch is nestled on a corner lot with plenty of yard space and extra storage shed off of the two-car detached garage. Enjoy the living room with the original wood-burning fireplace to get cozy. The kitchen features white cabinets with a dining area with additional seating that has plenty of sunlight. The full bath gives its original character while still giving plenty of space. To finish off the main you will enjoy the spacious living room and 2 bedrooms. The lower level is partially finished with a 3/4 bath, cabinets for additional storage, area to really use as a rec room/workmen space, and an over-sized bedroom. Radon mitigation system already installed. Call today for a showing!

720 E Miller Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,048 sqft single-family home in South Park, built in 1920. It last sold for $144,000 on Jan 23, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $196,400, with a rent estimate of $1,419/month.

Home Details for 720 E Miller Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Laminate
Appliances & Utilities Cable Ready

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.47 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jan 23, 2020 Source: DMMLS #595482	Sold	$144,000
Dec 9, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$150,000
Nov 26, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$150,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,994	$177,900

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

Howe Elementary School
K-5
Public
272 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
I hate this school and i wish i could move to a better school district quicker
Parent Review
7y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

South Park

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What Locals Say about South Park

At least 14 Trulia users voted on each feature.

87 % Say car is needed
80 % Say yards are well-kept
79 % Say there's holiday spirit
74 % Say there are sidewalks
70 % Say parking is easy
70 % Say it's dog friendly
60 % Say kids play outside
60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
46 % Say neighbors are friendly
45 % Say people would walk alone at night
44 % Say it's quiet
43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
39 % Say streets are well-lit
20 % Say there's wildlife
19 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Jess R.
Prev. Resident
6y ago
"Well maintained and well kept under control. Very friendly neighborhood. If i could i would move back to the area/home. "
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Lorri H.
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8y ago
"Right on the bus line, hyvee is just a couple blocks away, also laundromat and car wash, everything is close by, even if you are walking you won't have to go far"
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Frequently asked questions about 720 E Miller Ave

What is 720 E Miller Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 720 E Miller Ave in Des Moines, IA is $196,400.
What is the price history for 720 E Miller Ave?
720 E Miller Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $144,000 in January 2020.
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.
How big is the lot at 720 E Miller Ave?
The lot at 720 E Miller Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.47 acres (20,386 sq ft).
Does 720 E Miller Ave have a garage?
Yes, 720 E Miller Ave in Des Moines, IA has a garage.