825 E  23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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825 E 23rd St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 804 sqft

$136,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $941/mo*

$136,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $941/mo*
2 Beds
1 Bath
804 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Own this east side two bedroom for over $22,000 less than it sold for six years ago! Metal sided bungalow with some updating in the bath, white kitchen and a huge storage/workshop out back! Easy commute to downtown or the west side. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down! This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage Financing. Visit the HomePath website for additional details.
825 E 23rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 804 sqft single-family home in Fairground, built in 1925. It last sold for $32,500 on Aug 2, 2013. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2024 with an asking price of $1,195 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 12, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $136,900, with a rent estimate of $1,230/month.

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 825 E 23rd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Metal

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4530 sqft

Price History for 825 E 23rd St

DatePriceEventSource
03/12/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
03/01/2024$1,150PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
01/06/2024$1,195Listed For RentZillow Rentals
08/02/2013$32,500Sold
DMMLS #418692
06/29/2013$36,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/29/2013$44,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/08/2007$67,350Sold
DMMLS #303990
05/25/2005$74,500Sold
N/A
05/14/2004$53,891Sold
N/A
07/23/1999$48,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

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

Year2025
Tax$1,924
Assessment$112,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 825 E 23rd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.23
Single-Family Home
$35,000
02/19/26
2
1
752
0.27
Single-Family Home
$33,000
06/17/26
2
1
660
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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