853 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
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OFF MARKET

$514,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,218 sqft

853 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309

East Village
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 6, 2025 for $513,970

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$515K
Since last month
$200 (0%)
Since last year
Decreased$1K (-0.2%)
Since last sale
$30 (0%)
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 +92% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$514K
August 2026$515K
July 2026$514K
June 2026$510K
May 2026$517K
April 2026$516K
March 2026$514K
February 2026$514K
January 2026$510K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020

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
857 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.00
Townhouse
$469,000
05/14/26
3
2.5
2,218
213 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Townhouse
$522,135
09/03/26
3
2.5
2,484
824 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.06
Townhouse
$489,500
07/30/26
3
2.5
2,296
205 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.02
Townhouse
$521,900
04/09/26
3
2.5
2,484
859 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.02
Townhouse
$532,900
08/11/26
3
2.5
2,490
225 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Townhouse
$512,800
06/22/26
3
2.5
2,466
822 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.05
Townhouse
$484,900
08/26/26
3
2.5
2,296
812 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.08
Townhouse
$478,000
08/03/26
3
2.5
2,296
217 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Townhouse
$441,900
03/25/26
3
2.5
2,119
820 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA
0.05
Townhouse
$570,000
03/06/26
3
2.5
2,660

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
205 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50309
0.02
$521,900
3
2.5
2,484
Recently Sold
209 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50309
0.03
$450,085
3
2.5
2,088
Recently Sold
859 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
0.02
$532,900
3
2.5
2,490
Recently Sold
213 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50309
0.03
$522,135
3
2.5
2,484
Recently Sold
855 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
0.02
$396,700
3
2.5
1,875
Off Market
217 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50309
0.03
$441,900
3
2.5
2,119
Recently Sold
857 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
0.00
$469,000
3
2.5
2,218
Recently Sold
221 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50309
0.03
$486,900
3
3.5
2,344
Recently Sold
225 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50309
0.04
$512,800
3
2.5
2,466
Recently Sold
810 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
0.06
$565,800
3
2.5
2,304
Off Market
Glasswater, Moines, IA 50309
0.03
$709,000+
3
3
1,860
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Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Townhouse
Built in 2019
2,218 sqft
$232/sqft
2 Car Garage
HOA $240/mo

About this House

Check out the knockout pricing + premier location here. Front door opens to a spacious garden + greenspace ... and no streets. None. No car lights, no car doors, street sounds are off in the distance; just private + peaceful. Amazing lil location oasis with close-knit neighbors, yet steps to downtown activities + life in the East Village. Inside you'll notice the most perfect SE exposure. A gentle angle of the building + somehow the architects developed a home capturing the best of the sun every day. Floorplan has lofty ceilings, 3 BR, 2.5 BA + a spacious office with double doors. Top floor has a room with windows on 3-sides, a wet bar + views of the garden. Sky-lounge has a private pergola/shaded area + a full sundeck; perfect for taking in sunsets + city lights. Top-down/bottom-up blinds included throughout, all appliances, shower w/french-drain + ring doorbell. HVAC + garage door can be controlled from an app on your phone. 2.5 car garage is tall, deep + wide; providing excellent storage opportunities for all your hobby needs: kayaks, bikes, motorcycles or even a sauna ... It fits! Offered@ $499K w/tax abatement through 2030.
853 E 2nd St, Des Moines, IA 50309 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,218 sqft townhouse in East Village, built in 2019. It last sold for $513,970 on Jun 6, 2025 (3% above the $499,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $514,800, with a rent estimate of $2,955/month.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Darla Willett-Rohrssen, (515) 203-6108
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Bought with: Andraya Stender, (515) 249-4503, LPT Realty, LLC
Source: DMMLS, MLS#709001

Home Details for 853 E 2nd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Wet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2218 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Wine Cooler, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Upper LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Tile
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: RubberPatio / Porch: Covered, DeckFencing: MetalExterior: DeckFoundation: Poured, Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 122

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2019
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Townhouse, CondominiumArchitecture: Modern,Two Story
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Cement Siding, Metal Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 04000245100013

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $499,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Apr 14 2025

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: 2218 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Security, Snow RemovalHOA Name: Bridge District TownhomesHOA Phone (alt): 515-280-2014HOA Name (second): HRC Association MgmtHas an HOAHOA Fee: $240/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1393.92 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 709001Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 515-203-6108Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-04000245100013-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 6, 2025
Source: DMMLS #709001
Sold
$513,970
Apr 14, 2025
Source: DMMLS #709001
Pending
$499,000
Mar 18, 2025
Source: DMMLS #709001
PriceChange
$499,000
Price decreased by 8%
Feb 14, 2025
Source: DMMLS #709001
PriceChange
$545,000
Price decreased by 4%
Dec 13, 2024
Source: DMMLS #709001
Listed For Sale
$565,000

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

East Village
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What Locals Say about East Village

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 61 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 47 % Say car is needed

  • 41 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 36 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there are community events

  • 29 % Say there's wildlife

  • 27 % Say kids play outside

  • 25 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 14 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Haley O.
    "lovely area to live in, nice space for walks outside. lots of shops and restaurants around. everyone's friendly "
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  • Elianaisebastian3
    "Pretty quiet area when it needs to be quiet and pretty up beat when there are events. Super safe neighborhood to say the least!"
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  • Sarah
    "Easy access to freeway and walking distance to downtown. pretty much in the center of everything. The problem is the parking."
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  • Sean M.
    "In Des Moines for a business trip very impressed with the city its cleanliness the level of activities the people. A bit warm on all but seems like a wonderful place to live."
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Frequently asked questions about 853 E 2nd St

  • What is 853 E 2nd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 853 E 2nd St in Des Moines, IA is $514,800.
  • What is the price history for 853 E 2nd St?
    853 E 2nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $513,970 in June 2025.
  • 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 853 E 2nd St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 853 E 2nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 853 E 2nd St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 853 E 2nd St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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