Are yards well-kept in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Fairground, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say car is needed

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say it's dog friendly

Do kids play outside in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say kids play outside

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say neighbors are friendly

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

As of early 2026, 59% of users say people would walk alone at night

Does Fairground, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is there wildlife in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say there's wildlife

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

As of early 2026, 38% of users say streets are well-lit

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

As of early 2026, 37% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 34% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 34% of users say there are community events

What is 811 E 23rd Ct estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 811 E 23rd Ct in Des Moines, IA is $134,200 .

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 Fairground neighborhood?

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

How big is the lot at 811 E 23rd Ct?

The lot at 811 E 23rd Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,490 sq ft).

Does 811 E 23rd Ct have a garage?

Yes, 811 E 23rd Ct in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$134,200

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
713 sqft

811 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$134K

Since last month

$5K (-3.7%)

Since last year

$600 (-0.4%)

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 +84% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$134K
August 2026	$137K
July 2026	$139K
June 2026	$137K
May 2026	$141K
April 2026	$138K
March 2026	$134K
February 2026	$129K
January 2026	$129K
2025
December 2025	$128K
November 2025	$129K
October 2025	$128K
September 2025	$132K
August 2025	$135K
July 2025	$135K
June 2025	$132K
May 2025	$135K
April 2025	$133K
March 2025	$120K
February 2025	$116K
January 2025	$115K
2024
December 2024	$121K
November 2024	$123K
October 2024	$121K
September 2024	$122K
August 2024	$127K
July 2024	$130K
June 2024	$130K
May 2024	$132K
April 2024	$127K
March 2024	$122K
February 2024	$114K
January 2024	$112K
2023
December 2023	$113K
November 2023	$111K
October 2023	$113K
September 2023	$116K
August 2023	$116K
July 2023	$114K
June 2023	$115K
May 2023	$119K
April 2023	$114K
March 2023	$109K
February 2023	$103K
January 2023	$104K
2022
December 2022	$105K
November 2022	$110K
October 2022	$115K
September 2022	$117K
August 2022	$118K
July 2022	$121K
June 2022	$121K
May 2022	$120K
April 2022	$112K
March 2022	$101K
February 2022	$89K
January 2022	$89K
2021
December 2021	$90K
November 2021	$94K
October 2021	$96K
September 2021	$96K
August 2021	$99K
July 2021	$102K
June 2021	$106K
May 2021	$112K
April 2021	$111K
March 2021	$104K
February 2021	$100K
January 2021	$102K
2020
December 2020	$102K
November 2020	$101K
October 2020	$100K
September 2020	$99K
August 2020	$92K
July 2020	$91K
June 2020	$88K
May 2020	$77K
April 2020	$85K
March 2020	$90K
February 2020	$90K
January 2020	$93K
2019
December 2019	$94K
November 2019	$95K
October 2019	$88K
September 2019	$88K
August 2019	$88K
July 2019	$88K
June 2019	$84K
May 2019	$86K
April 2019	$90K
March 2019	$88K
February 2019	$90K
January 2019	$89K
2018
December 2018	$90K
November 2018	$88K
October 2018	$88K
September 2018	$88K
August 2018	$88K
July 2018	$86K
June 2018	$85K
May 2018	$83K
April 2018	$80K
March 2018	$77K
February 2018	$70K
January 2018	$70K
2017
December 2017	$74K
November 2017	$74K
October 2017	$73K
September 2017	$73K
August 2017	$69K
July 2017	$70K
June 2017	$71K
May 2017	$71K
April 2017	$72K
March 2017	$67K
February 2017	$65K
January 2017	$68K
2016
December 2016	$73K
November 2016	$74K
October 2016	$73K
September 2016	$73K

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
807 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$250,000	3	2	1,105	Recently Sold
803 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$97,700	1	1	572	Off Market
800 E 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$119,800	2	1	780	Off Market
804 E 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$146,200	2	1	1,004	Off Market
810 E 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$119,800	1	1	648	Off Market
814 E 24th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$111,100	1	1	600	Off Market
823 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$160,000	2	1	669	Recently Sold
825 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$195,000	4	2	810	Off Market
901 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$196,700	Studio	1	816	Off Market
903 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$245,700	4	4	1,092	Off Market
911 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$218,800	4	2	1,920	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1917

713 sqft

$188/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 811 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA. 811 E 23rd Ct is in the Fairground neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 713 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6490 sqft and was built in 1917.

811 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 713 sqft single-family home in Fairground, built in 1917. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $134,200, with a rent estimate of $1,215/month.

Home Details for 811 E 23rd Ct

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Masonry
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1917
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6490 sqft

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,782	$131,500

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

Capitol View Elementary School
PK-5
Public
532 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
my son has been at this school 3 years now. He will not be returning after this year. his reading levels are not advancing as they should. too many students in one class. ifeel like they are just pushing him thru.
Parent Review
8y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Fairground

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Buy: $99k - $395k

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What Locals Say about Fairground

At least 35 Trulia users voted on each feature.

94 % Say yards are well-kept
91 % Say there are sidewalks
82 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say car is needed
77 % Say it's dog friendly
74 % Say kids play outside
65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
62 % Say neighbors are friendly
59 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say there's holiday spirit
49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
46 % Say there's wildlife
38 % Say streets are well-lit
37 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
34 % Say it's quiet
34 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Bailee Huddleson
Resident
10mo ago
"I have had multiple encounters with my neighbors. They remain friendly and keep to themselves. Every once in awhile you will someone walking around that looks a little sus but I’ve had a good experience for the most part. "
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Trulia User
Visitor
4y ago
"that the area is safe for their kids to live in and that it people and that their kids don't have too much to worry about in their neighborhood around their home or at school "
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Sue C.
Resident
6y ago
"We are friendly with several of our neighbors, we have BBQ'S or have snacks with a few of them. They look out for our place, as we look out for theirs. We definitely watch the "druggies" that come and go from one house across the alley from us."
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Sue C.
Resident
6y ago
"I've lived here for almost 3 years with a friend. It's a crowded house, but we all love this neighborhood. There was only a few incidents that had me concerned, but they seem to have been isolated. Neighbors tend to look out for each other here, like the old days."
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Susan C.
Resident
7y ago
"It's a nice quiet neighborhood with lots of dogs all around. Some outside in fenced yards, and some inside. Some being walked around by their owners. There are sidewalks to walk on."
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Leavinalegacy
Resident
7y ago
"Iowa State Fairgrounds is close by, which also houses events year round, such as flea markets, car shows, etc. "
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Mercedesericasix
Visitor
7y ago
"Dogs in the neighborhood more than most. It is probably the oldest area in Des Moines so the houses aren't brand new but many have been updated and look beautiful"
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Julie S.
Resident
8y ago
"The commute is easy especially if you work downtown. There is great access to I-235 and I-80. West Des Moines and Clive area 15 minutes."
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Susan C.
Resident
8y ago
"I've been living here for over a year (with a friend), and have enjoyed it here. We are close to the stores and restaurants, and the Iowa State Fairgrounds. It's nice sitting out on the deck at night, other than the cars speeding down the street. "
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Susan C.
Resident
8y ago
"I've lived in this neighborhood, at my friend's house, for over a year, now. It is a very nice, kind, friendly neighborhood. "
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Susan C.
Resident
8y ago
"I have lived here, thanks to our friend for taking us in, for just about a year. It seems to be very friendly, and close to stores and restaurants. And is also close to the Iowa State Fairgrounds. "
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Susan C.
Resident
8y ago
"I've live here with our friend for about a year. It is a friendly neighborhood. It is very close to a lot of things, including the Iowa State Fairgrounds. "
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Frequently asked questions about 811 E 23rd Ct

What is 811 E 23rd Ct estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 811 E 23rd Ct in Des Moines, IA is $134,200.
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 Fairground neighborhood?
Residents describe the Fairground neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, pedestrian-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Fairground, Des Moines.
How big is the lot at 811 E 23rd Ct?
The lot at 811 E 23rd Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,490 sq ft).
Does 811 E 23rd Ct have a garage?
Yes, 811 E 23rd Ct in Des Moines, IA has a garage.