823 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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823 E 21st St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,193 sqft

$235,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,568/mo*
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$235,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,568/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,193 sqft

Local Information

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Description

3-bedroom 2-bathroom, single family home. The main floor offers 2 bedrooms, a dining room, living area/office space and an eat in kitchen. The finished basement offers a bedroom, family room and room for storage.

 When applying make sure to upload all proof income and a photo ID, if you do not provide all pertinent information your application will not be processed.
Fully completed applications are processed in the order they are received. Application fee is $49 per person. Everyone 18 and over is required to fill out an application and are subject to credit, criminal and eviction background check. One time Administrative Fee of $125.00 *All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and is subject to change.

All Top Shelf Property Management residents are enrolled in the Resident Benefits Package (RBP) for $49.50 per month which includes liability insurance from A+ carrier, credit building to help boost the resident's credit score, up to $1M Identity Theft Protection, HVAC air filter delivery helping to keep your HVAC system running on less energy (for applicable properties), move-in concierge service that with one call sets up your required utility services, our best-in-class resident rewards program, and much more! More details can be found on our website under RBP.

Please NOTE that this property is managed by TOP SHELF Property Management. If you are asked to send money to anyone vs paying on Top Shelfs resident portal it is a scam.

Lease length 12-Month Standard
Section 8 is unavailable at this time
Smoking is not permitted on the property

Appliances Included
Driveway Parking
Hardwood Floor
Pets Allowed
W/D In Unit
823 E 21st St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,193 sqft single-family home in Fairground. It last sold for $220,000 on Jun 22, 2023 (12,507% above the $1,745 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2025 with an asking price of $1,745 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 7, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $235,800, with a rent estimate of $1,629/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
Patio
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 823 E 21st St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: One Year LeaseAvailable: now

Price History for 823 E 21st St

DatePriceEventSource
08/07/2025$1,745ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
08/04/2025$1,745Listed For RentZillow Rentals
07/11/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
07/02/2024$1,695Listed For RentZillow Rentals
10/24/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
10/14/2023$1,495Listed For RentZillow Rentals
06/22/2023$220,000Sold
DMMLS #675945
06/22/2023$220,000PendingDMMLS #675945
06/22/2023$220,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #675945
06/25/2020$45,000Sold
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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$4,016
Assessment$229,900
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Comparable Sales for 823 E 21st St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2130 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.40
Single-Family Home
$150,000
04/14/26
3
2
1,440
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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Fairground
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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

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  • Bailee Huddleson
    "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
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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
    "Iowa State Fairgrounds is close by, which also houses events year round, such as flea markets, car shows, etc. "
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  • Mercedesericasix
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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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