Does McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say there are sidewalks

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say it's dog friendly

Does McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is parking easy in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say car is needed

Are the streets well-lit in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say streets are well-lit

Do residents of McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Do kids play outside in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say kids play outside

Would people walk alone at night in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 64% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are neighbors friendly in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say there's wildlife

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say there are community events

Is McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 31% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 839 E Jackson Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 839 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA is $156,800 .

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.

What do residents say about the McKinley School - Columbus Park neighborhood?

Residents describe the McKinley School - Columbus Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines .

Does 839 E Jackson Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 839 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 839 E Jackson Ave?

The lot at 839 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,274 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$156,800

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
720 sqft

839 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315

McKinley School - Columbus Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,086/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$157K

Since last month

$1K (-0.7%)

Since last year

$7K (+4.5%)

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

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$157K
August 2026	$156K
July 2026	$158K
June 2026	$158K
May 2026	$155K
April 2026	$149K
March 2026	$155K
February 2026	$148K
January 2026	$155K
2025
December 2025	$150K
November 2025	$154K
October 2025	$150K
September 2025	$148K
August 2025	$150K
July 2025	$155K
June 2025	$146K
May 2025	$148K
April 2025	$150K
March 2025	$156K
February 2025	$154K
January 2025	$157K
2024
December 2024	$158K
November 2024	$160K
October 2024	$159K
September 2024	$159K
August 2024	$161K
July 2024	$163K
June 2024	$165K
May 2024	$167K
April 2024	$162K
March 2024	$161K
February 2024	$156K
January 2024	$151K
2023
December 2023	$154K
November 2023	$153K
October 2023	$152K
September 2023	$153K
August 2023	$154K
July 2023	$152K
June 2023	$149K
May 2023	$154K
April 2023	$149K
March 2023	$144K
February 2023	$139K
January 2023	$138K
2022
December 2022	$139K
November 2022	$141K
October 2022	$145K
September 2022	$145K
August 2022	$144K
July 2022	$146K
June 2022	$146K
May 2022	$145K
April 2022	$137K
March 2022	$128K
February 2022	$114K
January 2022	$116K
2021
December 2021	$121K
November 2021	$124K
October 2021	$127K
September 2021	$128K
August 2021	$130K
July 2021	$133K
June 2021	$134K
May 2021	$138K
April 2021	$135K
March 2021	$134K
February 2021	$131K
January 2021	$130K
2020
December 2020	$130K
November 2020	$129K
October 2020	$127K
September 2020	$124K
August 2020	$123K
July 2020	$125K
June 2020	$124K
May 2020	$122K
April 2020	$119K
March 2020	$119K
February 2020	$119K
January 2020	$116K
2019
December 2019	$116K
November 2019	$116K
October 2019	$115K
September 2019	$117K
August 2019	$116K
July 2019	$116K
June 2019	$115K
May 2019	$114K
April 2019	$113K
March 2019	$116K
February 2019	$113K
January 2019	$111K
2018
December 2018	$112K
November 2018	$113K
October 2018	$114K
September 2018	$114K
August 2018	$113K
July 2018	$113K
June 2018	$112K
May 2018	$111K
April 2018	$111K
March 2018	$111K
February 2018	$109K
January 2018	$106K
2017
December 2017	$111K
November 2017	$110K
October 2017	$109K
September 2017	$107K
August 2017	$100K
July 2017	$106K
June 2017	$106K
May 2017	$106K
April 2017	$107K
March 2017	$101K
February 2017	$101K
January 2017	$102K
2016
December 2016	$102K
November 2016	$103K
October 2016	$101K
September 2016	$99K

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
609 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.21	Single-Family Home	$167,000	04/30/26	2	1	728

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
835 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.01	$126,800	2	1	688	Off Market
831 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.02	$142,700	3	1	1,080	Off Market
827 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$209,100	2	2	1,162	Off Market
821 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.05	$170,000	3	1	1,200	Recently Sold
813 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.06	$86,600	1	1	806	Off Market
801 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.09	$119,100	2	1	882	Off Market
840 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.03	$130,600	2	1	952	Off Market
808 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.07	$170,800	2	1	840	Off Market
802 E Granger Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.09	$186,000	3	2	1,328	Off Market
800 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.10	$102,000	2	1	616	Off Market
804 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315	0.09	$106,900	2	1	616	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

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Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1985

Living Area

720 sqft

Price/Sqft

$218

Parking

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 839 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA. 839 E Jackson Ave is in the McKinley School - Columbus Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50315. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 720 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7274 sqft and was built in 1985.

839 E Jackson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 720 sqft single-family home in McKinley School - Columbus Park, built in 1985. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $156,800, with a rent estimate of $1,358/month.

Home Details for 839 E Jackson Ave

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

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1985
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split entry

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7274 sqft

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,344	$150,300

Home facts updated by county records

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

McKinley Elementary School
PK-5
Public
267 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
4/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
McKinley has great staff, dedicated teachers, and wonderful students!
Parent Review
15y ago
3 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about McKinley School - Columbus Park

At least 9 Trulia users voted on each feature.

92 % Say there are sidewalks
92 % Say it's dog friendly
89 % Say there's holiday spirit
85 % Say parking is easy
85 % Say yards are well-kept
73 % Say car is needed
73 % Say streets are well-lit
69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
64 % Say kids play outside
64 % Say people would walk alone at night
57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say there's wildlife
45 % Say it's quiet
40 % Say there are community events
31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Frequently asked questions about 839 E Jackson Ave

What is 839 E Jackson Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 839 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA is $156,800.
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.
What do residents say about the McKinley School - Columbus Park neighborhood?
Residents describe the McKinley School - Columbus Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in McKinley School - Columbus Park, Des Moines.
Does 839 E Jackson Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 839 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 839 E Jackson Ave?
The lot at 839 E Jackson Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,274 sq ft).