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

$205,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,161 sqft

838 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 30, 2024 for $200,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$206K
Since last month
Increased$1K (+0.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$6K (-2.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$6K (+3%)
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 +59% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$206K
August 2026$206K
July 2026$205K
June 2026$209K
May 2026$210K
April 2026$212K
March 2026$210K
February 2026$207K
January 2026$204K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
712 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$230,000
07/07/26
3
1.5
889
1231 Jerlynn Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$220,000
10/08/25
3
2.5
1,394
3909 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$180,000
06/30/26
2
1.5
772
4147 E 7th St, Des Moines, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$223,000
10/14/25
3
2
1,422
1025 Hoffman Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$210,000
06/05/26
3
1
1,020
3914 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$175,000
06/03/26
2
1.5
744
3803 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$178,500
07/24/26
3
2
902
1022 Trisha Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$215,000
01/13/26
3
1
948
3841 Columbia St, Des Moines, IA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$160,000
06/03/26
3
2
1,364

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
831 Jerlynn Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.03
$223,000
3
1
936
Off Market
3917 E 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.10
$185,700
3
1
720
Off Market
3936 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.11
$225,000
3
2
1,062
For Sale
3940 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.11
$230,000
2
1
720
Recently Sold
836 Jerlynn Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.06
$222,100
3
1
996
Off Market
820 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.13
$155,000
2
1
872
Off Market
3909 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.13
$180,000
2
1.5
772
Recently Sold
4031 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.08
$125,000
2
1
887
Recently Sold
4017 E 10th St, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.08
$237,700
3
2
1,040
Off Market
712 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.12
$230,000
3
1.5
889
Recently Sold
833 E Shawnee Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
0.09
$260,200
3
2
1,001
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1956
1,161 sqft
$177/sqft
Garage

About this House

Welcome to your future home-sweet-home! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is a gem you won't want to miss. The heart of this home - the kitchen- is extra large and opens up to the dining space to allow for easy entertaining and convenience at meal times. The bedrooms are all good sized, and there is plenty of space to spread out and relax. This home is solid, with newer windows, electrical, and roof. And the HVAC was replaced in 2020, so you’ll have peace of mind in every season! Picture perfect with a freshly painted exterior, it radiates curb appeal! The 2-car detached garage plus extra driveway is a bonus for your vehicles or extra storage. Located directly across from Madison Elementary School, and less than a block away from Belle Turner Park, imagine the convenience this could bring to your weekly routine and your weekend play! If you’re a young family, or an investor, looking for an ideally situated home, this beautiful home is perfect for you!
838 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,161 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1956. It last sold for $200,000 on Jan 30, 2024 (5% above the $190,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $205,600, with a rent estimate of $1,448/month.
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Thomas Payne, (515) 664-3075
Century 21 Signature
Bought with: Jessica Sanchez, (515) 494-9771, EXP Realty, LLC
Co-Buyer's Agent: Rocio Hermosillo, (515) 657-0766, EXP Realty, LLC
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#686127

Home Details for 838 E Madison Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1161 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherDryerRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Chain Link, FullExterior: Deck, Fully FencedFoundation: 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: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 301 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 3

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: One and One Half Story
Building
Construction Materials: Metal Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11002696000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $190,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Dec 07 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: 1161 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276.4 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 686127Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 664-3075Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11002696000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 30, 2024
Source: DMMLS #686127
Sold
$200,000
Dec 7, 2023
Source: DMMLS #686127
Pending
$190,000
Dec 4, 2023
Source: DMMLS #686127
Listed For Sale
$190,000
Jul 8, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$142,500
Jul 8, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$142,500

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$214K
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$192
$1MoM
Available listings
1060
36MoM

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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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Frequently asked questions about 838 E Madison Ave

  • What is 838 E Madison Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 838 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA is $205,600.
  • What is the price history for 838 E Madison Ave?
    838 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $200,000 in January 2024.
  • Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
    Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
    The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
  • Does 838 E Madison Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 838 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 838 E Madison Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 838 E Madison Ave in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.

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