731 E Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315
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731 E Porter Ave
Des Moines, IA 50315

South Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,014 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

$246,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,635/mo*
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$246,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,635/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,014 sqft
(on 0.26 acres)

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Description

Your search ends here. This home is updated from head to toe. Please see attached Word doc to read about the amount of work and upgrades that have been done to this home. A total of 3 BRs & 3 full baths. Almost 1,600 finished sq. ft. 2 of the 3 bedrooms up were combined to make one large master suite adjoined by a master bath with a jacuzzi tub, tile floors, and a spacious closet. The lower walkout level has a 3rd conforming bedroom, living area with fireplace, full bath, large office area, and still plenty of room for storage. Like to entertain? The front yard is nicely landscaped and completely fenced in. The huge back yard is enclosed with a 6' privacy fence. Mature trees in the yard provide great shade. On top of your 2-plus garage there is a patio that is also enclosed by a 6' privacy fence. All of this plus room on your deck for grilling. This home is across the street Lovejoy Elem. where you can enjoy an asphalt track, soccer field, & playground. This home truly has it all.
731 E Porter Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,014 sqft single-family home in South Park, built in 1969. It last sold for $139,500 on Aug 13, 2013. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $246,500, with a rent estimate of $1,602/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 731 E Porter Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Electric, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1969Year Updated: 1971
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Price History for 731 E Porter Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/13/2013$139,500Sold
DMMLS #419274
06/08/2013$143,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/27/2008$139,500Sold
N/A
09/03/2002$128,500Sold
N/A
01/19/2000$98,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$211K
$5.03KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$4MoM
Available listings
1009
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,450
Assessment$213,100
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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

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  • Jess R.
    "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.
    "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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