812 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
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OFF MARKET

812 E Madison Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,634 sqft

$191,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,284/mo*
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$191,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,284/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,634 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

This home is situated in a quiet Northeast neighborhood across from Madison Elementary and adjacent to Turner Park. With 3 bedrooms and 2 baths and some finish in the lower level, there's plenty of space for the family. Hardwood floors, spacious kitchen and dining room, a two car garage, and a fenced in back yard are just some of the features you'll appreciate. NFC Area means buyers could qualify for a partially forgivable loan of $10,000 for improvements and up to $2500 in closing costs. Don't hesitate -- Call today for a showing!
812 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,634 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1956. It last sold for $85,000 on Feb 16, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $191,100, with a rent estimate of $1,790/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
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A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 812 E Madison Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

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

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276 sqft

Price History for 812 E Madison Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/30/2025$229,000ListingRemovedDMMLS #718280
07/16/2025$229,000PendingDMMLS #718280
06/09/2025$229,000PriceChange
DMMLS #718280
05/16/2025$240,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #718280
05/27/2015$104,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/16/2015$104,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/13/2015$109,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/31/2014$102,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/02/2014$102,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/16/2012$85,000Sold
DMMLS #393190
11/05/2011$89,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/26/2011$96,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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$3,078
Assessment$174,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 812 E Madison Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1231 Jerlynn Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$220,000
10/08/25
3
2.5
1,394
3830 Cornell St, Des Moines, IA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$124,500
10/27/25
4
2
1,201

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Assigned Schools

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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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