832 E  Shawnee Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
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832 E Shawnee Ave
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,520 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$264,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,750/mo*

$264,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,750/mo*
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,520 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

Local Information

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

Description

Welcome to this spacious ranch home on a corner lot on the NE side of Des Moines. At some point the carport was converted into the house offering 2 more nice size rooms featuring a den/study with French doors and a dining room/sitting room. Furnace, central air and hot water heater have been updated. The living room and kitchen have vaulted beam ceiling. 3 bedrooms on the main floor along with a full bath. Kitchen has had cabinets refaced, newer flooring and all appliances included. Approx. 1520 square feet on the main level and lower level is mostly finished with a nonconforming 4th bedroom, family room and a 3/4 bath. Large 2 1/2 car detached garage with work bench and shelving. Storage shed sits behind garage.
832 E Shawnee Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,520 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1958. It last sold for the $230,000 asking price on Oct 31, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $264,500, with a rent estimate of $1,776/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 832 E Shawnee Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1520 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Microwave, RefrigeratorDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: See RemarksOther Structures: StorageExterior: StorageFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 400 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 35

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Metal SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11004174001000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $230,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Sep 26 2023

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: 1520 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10802.88 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 679905Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 515-453-5800Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11004174001000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Judi Wieben, (515) 453-5800
Iowa Realty Ankeny
Bought with: Sarah Poznanski, (515) 709-9529, Century 21 Signature
Source: DMMLS, MLS#679905

Price History for 832 E Shawnee Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/31/2023$230,000Sold
DMMLS #679905
09/26/2023$230,000PendingDMMLS #679905
09/22/2023$230,000PendingToActiveDMMLS #679905
09/08/2023$230,000PendingDMMLS #679905
09/05/2023$230,000PriceChange
DMMLS #679905
08/08/2023$240,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #679905

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$4,320
Assessment$256,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 832 E Shawnee Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.13
Single-Family Home
$223,000
10/14/25
3
2
1,422
0.16
Single-Family Home
$230,000
07/07/26
3
1.5
889
0.20
Single-Family Home
$220,000
10/08/25
3
2.5
1,394
0.34
Single-Family Home
$200,000
09/05/25
3
2
1,076
0.31
Single-Family Home
$215,800
07/09/26
3
2
1,104
0.36
Single-Family Home
$255,000
01/20/26
4
2
1,382
0.15
Single-Family Home
$192,500
05/12/26
3
1
855
0.31
Single-Family Home
$199,999
06/10/26
3
1.5
1,097
0.15
Single-Family Home
$215,000
01/13/26
3
1
948

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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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."
  • 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 "
  • 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. "
  • 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"
  • 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 "
  • 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."
  • 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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