811 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

$178,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 867 sqft

811 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park
Est. Refi. Payment $1,228/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 8, 2024 for $171,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$178K
Since last month
Increased$1K (+0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$7K (+3.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$8K (+4.5%)
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 +114% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$179K
August 2026$178K
July 2026$177K
June 2026$176K
May 2026$174K
April 2026$173K
March 2026$171K
February 2026$172K
January 2026$170K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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2018
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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
3835 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$146,000
08/04/26
2
1
882
3909 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$180,000
06/30/26
2
1.5
772
3940 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$230,000
07/24/26
2
1
720
4031 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$125,000
04/29/26
2
1
887
3723 Wright St, Des Moines, IA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$160,000
02/13/26
3
1
855
3914 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$175,000
06/03/26
2
1.5
744
3521 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$158,500
08/27/26
2
1
852
4012 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$168,500
03/12/26
2
1
736
1025 Hoffman Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$210,000
06/05/26
3
1
1,020
3507 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.36
Single-Family Home
$168,000
04/15/26
2
1
940

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
3835 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.02
$146,000
2
1
882
Recently Sold
3850 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$199,200
3
2
1,049
Off Market
820 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.04
$155,000
2
1
872
Off Market
3909 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$180,000
2
1.5
772
Recently Sold
3818 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.08
$160,600
2
1
714
Off Market
3914 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.08
$175,000
2
1.5
744
Recently Sold
3825 N Union St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.10
$270,600
3
2
1,340
Off Market
3801 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.10
$202,500
2
2
790
Off Market
705 Hoffman Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.12
$215,000
3
2
1,000
For Sale
817 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.11
$200,300
3
2
1,122
Off Market
3917 E 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.10
$185,700
3
1
720
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1941
867 sqft
$206/sqft
Garage

About this House

This cute bungalow offers a fantastic opportunity for first-time homeowners or investors! It features new windows, new siding, new roof, for your peace of mind! The original hardwood floors have been beautifully redone, and the entire home has been freshly painted throughout. Enjoy a spacious yard perfect for outdoor activities and a 1 car detached garage for extra convenience. This home is move-in ready and full of charm and ready for your love!
811 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 867 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1941. It last sold for $171,000 on Nov 8, 2024 (1% above the $169,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2023 with an asking price of $1,600 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 3, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $178,400, with a rent estimate of $1,139/month.
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listed by Stephanie Dart, (641) 521-6044
Realty ONE Group Impact
Bought with: Aubrie Doyle, (319) 573-9349, RE/MAX Results
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#705100

Home Details for 811 E Seneca Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 867 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1941
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11003504000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $169,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Oct 04 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 867 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8145.72 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 705100Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (641) 521-6044Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11003504000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 8, 2024
Source: DMMLS #705100
Sold
$171,000
Oct 4, 2024
Source: DMMLS #705100
Pending
$169,900
Oct 3, 2024
Source: DMMLS #705100
Listed For Sale
$169,900
Sep 3, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Aug 25, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,400
Price decreased by 3%

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

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Neighborhood Overview

Highland Park
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What Locals Say about Highland Park

At least 43 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 9 years. It’s beautiful and peaceful and full of kids for my children to play with. Parks are close and so are stores."
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  • Trulia User
    "I would not feel safe walking my dog here at night or during the day most of the time for that matter, there is a lot of sketchy people around all the time "
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  • Jill B.
    "to many busy streets. not any dog parks or open areas to let dogs play in. also the sidewalks on main roads are too close to the streets for comfort. "
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  • Tracy
    "I lived in this neighborhood for almost my whole life is a very good neighborhood although now days neighborhoods or any neighborhood are not good to walk alone always make sure that you have someone to walk with but the neighborhood I am in is a good neighborhood and very convenient for shopping and events"
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  • Rekanovicfatima
    "It’s nice and quiet and the neighbors are friendly. There are lots is of shops as well as restaurant. Schools are near by and so is downtown "
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  • Jeff A.
    "the people that live here make it unique and exciting .. to say the least,.. There is a grocery store corner market and pet store close by."
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  • Susan W.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for five years. people are friendly. we wave at each other as we pass. groceries, drug stores, bank and restaurants are convenient."
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Frequently asked questions about 811 E Seneca Ave

  • What is 811 E Seneca Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 811 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA is $178,400.
  • What is the price history for 811 E Seneca Ave?
    811 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $171,000 in November 2024.
  • 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 811 E Seneca Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 811 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 811 E Seneca Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 811 E Seneca Ave in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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