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 Watrous Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 720 E Watrous Ave in Des Moines, IA is $210,500 .

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.

What do residents say about the South Park neighborhood?

Residents describe the South Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in South Park, Des Moines .

Does 720 E Watrous Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 720 E Watrous Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 720 E Watrous Ave?

The lot at 720 E Watrous Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.41 acres (17,859 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$210,500

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
944 sqft (on 0.41 acres)

720 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

South Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,436/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$211K

Since last month

$5K (-2.4%)

Since last year

$16K (+8.3%)

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 +62% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$211K
August 2026	$209K
July 2026	$216K
June 2026	$209K
May 2026	$208K
April 2026	$204K
March 2026	$204K
February 2026	$198K
January 2026	$197K
2025
December 2025	$194K
November 2025	$194K
October 2025	$196K
September 2025	$196K
August 2025	$194K
July 2025	$197K
June 2025	$199K
May 2025	$201K
April 2025	$199K
March 2025	$200K
February 2025	$194K
January 2025	$192K
2024
December 2024	$197K
November 2024	$196K
October 2024	$198K
September 2024	$196K
August 2024	$199K
July 2024	$202K
June 2024	$203K
May 2024	$205K
April 2024	$197K
March 2024	$195K
February 2024	$188K
January 2024	$185K
2023
December 2023	$188K
November 2023	$189K
October 2023	$190K
September 2023	$191K
August 2023	$194K
July 2023	$194K
June 2023	$192K
May 2023	$191K
April 2023	$184K
March 2023	$179K
February 2023	$172K
January 2023	$171K
2022
December 2022	$173K
November 2022	$176K
October 2022	$181K
September 2022	$185K
August 2022	$185K
July 2022	$186K
June 2022	$186K
May 2022	$182K
April 2022	$172K
March 2022	$160K
February 2022	$144K
January 2022	$145K
2021
December 2021	$150K
November 2021	$154K
October 2021	$157K
September 2021	$157K
August 2021	$160K
July 2021	$163K
June 2021	$167K
May 2021	$171K
April 2021	$169K
March 2021	$164K
February 2021	$159K
January 2021	$156K
2020
December 2020	$156K
November 2020	$156K
October 2020	$158K
September 2020	$161K
August 2020	$158K
July 2020	$157K
June 2020	$153K
May 2020	$152K
April 2020	$153K
March 2020	$150K
February 2020	$150K
January 2020	$150K
2019
December 2019	$150K
November 2019	$149K
October 2019	$150K
September 2019	$150K
August 2019	$150K
July 2019	$148K
June 2019	$148K
May 2019	$147K
April 2019	$147K
March 2019	$148K
February 2019	$148K
January 2019	$143K
2018
December 2018	$145K
November 2018	$144K
October 2018	$144K
September 2018	$145K
August 2018	$145K
July 2018	$144K
June 2018	$143K
May 2018	$140K
April 2018	$140K
March 2018	$136K
February 2018	$135K
January 2018	$137K
2017
December 2017	$140K
November 2017	$139K
October 2017	$137K
September 2017	$138K
August 2017	$138K
July 2017	$137K
June 2017	$137K
May 2017	$138K
April 2017	$136K
March 2017	$133K
February 2017	$132K
January 2017	$131K
2016
December 2016	$132K
November 2016	$131K
October 2016	$129K
September 2016	$130K

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
3910 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$210,200	3	1.5	1,080	Off Market
3902 SE 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$160,000	2	1	856	Recently Sold
3601 SE 5th St, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.26	$221,700	3	1	1,048	Off Market
502 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.24	$280,900	5	3.5	1,456	Off Market
508 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.24	$190,600	3	1	998	Off Market
510 E Thornton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.23	$152,800	3	1	988	Off Market
706 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$218,000	2	2	784	Off Market
700 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$192,600	2	1	1,112	Off Market
620 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$136,500	3	2	1,188	Off Market
622 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.04	$136,800	2	1.5	972	Off Market
604 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.07	$228,500	4	2	1,408	Off Market
600 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.09	$221,600	3	2	1,324	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1977

0.41 acre lot

944 sqft

$223/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 720 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA. 720 E Watrous Ave is in the South Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50315. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 944 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.41 acres and was built in 1977.

720 E Watrous Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 944 sqft single-family home in South Park, built in 1977. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $210,500, with a rent estimate of $1,436/month.

Home Details for 720 E Watrous 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: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1977
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split entry

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.41 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,362	$196,200

Home facts updated by county records

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

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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.
Resident
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 Watrous Ave

What is 720 E Watrous Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 720 E Watrous Ave in Des Moines, IA is $210,500.
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.
What do residents say about the South Park neighborhood?
Residents describe the South Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in South Park, Des Moines.
Does 720 E Watrous Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 720 E Watrous Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 720 E Watrous Ave?
The lot at 720 E Watrous Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.41 acres (17,859 sq ft).