Are yards well-kept in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Fairground, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say there are sidewalks

Is parking easy in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say car is needed

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say it's dog friendly

Do kids play outside in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say kids play outside

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say neighbors are friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say people would walk alone at night

Does Fairground, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is there wildlife in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 46% of users say there's wildlife

Are the streets well-lit in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say streets are well-lit

Do residents of Fairground, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 37% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Fairground, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 34% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in Fairground, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 34% of users say there are community events

What is 836 E 26th Ct estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 836 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $161,300 .

What is the price history for 836 E 26th Ct?

836 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $69,900 in October 2005.

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.

How big is the lot at 836 E 26th Ct?

The lot at 836 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (6,969 sq ft).

Does 836 E 26th Ct have a garage?

Yes, 836 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$161,300

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
816 sqft

836 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground

Est. Refi. Payment $1,115/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 18, 2005 for $69,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$161K

Since last month

$700 (-0.4%)

Since last year

$4K (+2.7%)

Since last sale

$92K (+131.6%)

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 +82% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$162K
August 2026	$161K
July 2026	$163K
June 2026	$162K
May 2026	$163K
April 2026	$160K
March 2026	$158K
February 2026	$151K
January 2026	$152K
2025
December 2025	$149K
November 2025	$153K
October 2025	$152K
September 2025	$154K
August 2025	$158K
July 2025	$159K
June 2025	$156K
May 2025	$159K
April 2025	$161K
March 2025	$158K
February 2025	$149K
January 2025	$152K
2024
December 2024	$155K
November 2024	$156K
October 2024	$160K
September 2024	$162K
August 2024	$165K
July 2024	$167K
June 2024	$166K
May 2024	$168K
April 2024	$164K
March 2024	$161K
February 2024	$155K
January 2024	$151K
2023
December 2023	$153K
November 2023	$153K
October 2023	$152K
September 2023	$152K
August 2023	$152K
July 2023	$156K
June 2023	$153K
May 2023	$154K
April 2023	$150K
March 2023	$145K
February 2023	$140K
January 2023	$140K
2022
December 2022	$141K
November 2022	$143K
October 2022	$146K
September 2022	$148K
August 2022	$148K
July 2022	$148K
June 2022	$148K
May 2022	$146K
April 2022	$141K
March 2022	$137K
February 2022	$133K
January 2022	$132K
2021
December 2021	$132K
November 2021	$133K
October 2021	$134K
September 2021	$134K
August 2021	$135K
July 2021	$135K
June 2021	$133K
May 2021	$131K
April 2021	$126K
March 2021	$124K
February 2021	$124K
January 2021	$125K
2020
December 2020	$124K
November 2020	$122K
October 2020	$120K
September 2020	$118K
August 2020	$121K
July 2020	$123K
June 2020	$121K
May 2020	$117K
April 2020	$117K
March 2020	$115K
February 2020	$111K
January 2020	$111K
2019
December 2019	$112K
November 2019	$112K
October 2019	$112K
September 2019	$112K
August 2019	$108K
July 2019	$112K
June 2019	$107K
May 2019	$104K
April 2019	$102K
March 2019	$105K
February 2019	$104K
January 2019	$108K
2018
December 2018	$110K
November 2018	$112K
October 2018	$114K
September 2018	$115K
August 2018	$112K
July 2018	$113K
June 2018	$109K
May 2018	$101K
April 2018	$99K
March 2018	$97K
February 2018	$93K
January 2018	$93K
2017
December 2017	$96K
November 2017	$96K
October 2017	$96K
September 2017	$95K
August 2017	$94K
July 2017	$93K
June 2017	$91K
May 2017	$93K
April 2017	$93K
March 2017	$94K
February 2017	$90K
January 2017	$86K
2016
December 2016	$84K
November 2016	$84K
October 2016	$86K
September 2016	$89K

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
2621 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$85,000	06/23/26	2	1	624
2736 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA	0.26	Single-Family Home	$105,000	10/28/25	2	1	848
1309 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$51,985	08/13/26	2	1	726

Home facts updated by county records

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
826 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$179,100	3	2	1,300	Off Market
822 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$133,200	2	1	936	Off Market
814 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$122,800	2	1	600	Off Market
2614 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$202,100	2	1	816	Off Market
801 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$102,500	2	1	608	Off Market
803 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$148,800	1	1	662	Off Market
906 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$145,600	2	1	748	Off Market
908 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$142,900	2	1	718	Off Market
912 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$133,100	2	1	852	Off Market
916 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$146,100	2	1	648	Off Market
922 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$114,300	3	1	836	Off Market
903 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$110,500	2	1	824	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 836 E 26th Ct.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1962

Living Area

816 sqft

Price/Sqft

$198

Parking

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 836 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA. 836 E 26th Ct is in the Fairground neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 816 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6969 sqft and was built in 1962.

836 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 816 sqft single-family home in Fairground, built in 1962. It last sold for $69,900 on Oct 18, 2005. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $161,300, with a rent estimate of $1,396/month.

Home Details for 836 E 26th Ct

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1962
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6969 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 18, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$69,900

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,536	$146,300

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

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

Around this home

Capitol View Elementary School
PK-5
Public
532 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
my son has been at this school 3 years now. He will not be returning after this year. his reading levels are not advancing as they should. too many students in one class. ifeel like they are just pushing him thru.
Parent Review
8y ago
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Bailee Huddleson
Resident
9mo ago
"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
Visitor
4y ago
"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.
Resident
6y ago
"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.
Resident
6y ago
"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.
Resident
7y ago
"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
Resident
7y ago
"Iowa State Fairgrounds is close by, which also houses events year round, such as flea markets, car shows, etc. "
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Mercedesericasix
Visitor
7y ago
"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.
Resident
8y ago
"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.
Resident
8y ago
"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.
Resident
8y ago
"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.
Resident
8y ago
"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.
Resident
8y ago
"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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Frequently asked questions about 836 E 26th Ct

What is 836 E 26th Ct estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 836 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $161,300.
What is the price history for 836 E 26th Ct?
836 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $69,900 in October 2005.
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.
How big is the lot at 836 E 26th Ct?
The lot at 836 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (6,969 sq ft).
Does 836 E 26th Ct have a garage?
Yes, 836 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA has a garage.