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 905 E 24th Ct estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 905 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $177,000 .

What is the price history for 905 E 24th Ct?

905 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $74,500 in December 2008.

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.

Does 905 E 24th Ct have air conditioning?

Yes, 905 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 905 E 24th Ct?

The lot at 905 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,534 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$177,000

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,120 sqft

905 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground

Est. Refi. Payment $1,217/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 15, 2008 for $74,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$177K

Since last month

$2K (-0.8%)

Since last year

$7K (+4.4%)

Since last sale

$103K (+137.9%)

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 +81% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$177K
August 2026	$177K
July 2026	$179K
June 2026	$178K
May 2026	$179K
April 2026	$176K
March 2026	$172K
February 2026	$169K
January 2026	$168K
2025
December 2025	$165K
November 2025	$169K
October 2025	$172K
September 2025	$167K
August 2025	$170K
July 2025	$170K
June 2025	$170K
May 2025	$171K
April 2025	$171K
March 2025	$167K
February 2025	$161K
January 2025	$161K
2024
December 2024	$164K
November 2024	$168K
October 2024	$169K
September 2024	$170K
August 2024	$173K
July 2024	$174K
June 2024	$174K
May 2024	$176K
April 2024	$170K
March 2024	$165K
February 2024	$162K
January 2024	$159K
2023
December 2023	$159K
November 2023	$158K
October 2023	$160K
September 2023	$161K
August 2023	$161K
July 2023	$162K
June 2023	$162K
May 2023	$162K
April 2023	$159K
March 2023	$154K
February 2023	$150K
January 2023	$150K
2022
December 2022	$151K
November 2022	$151K
October 2022	$156K
September 2022	$157K
August 2022	$157K
July 2022	$158K
June 2022	$158K
May 2022	$155K
April 2022	$149K
March 2022	$140K
February 2022	$130K
January 2022	$129K
2021
December 2021	$129K
November 2021	$133K
October 2021	$140K
September 2021	$141K
August 2021	$143K
July 2021	$143K
June 2021	$141K
May 2021	$136K
April 2021	$134K
March 2021	$131K
February 2021	$130K
January 2021	$128K
2020
December 2020	$127K
November 2020	$128K
October 2020	$127K
September 2020	$124K
August 2020	$125K
July 2020	$124K
June 2020	$121K
May 2020	$122K
April 2020	$120K
March 2020	$121K
February 2020	$120K
January 2020	$121K
2019
December 2019	$121K
November 2019	$120K
October 2019	$116K
September 2019	$117K
August 2019	$120K
July 2019	$118K
June 2019	$120K
May 2019	$120K
April 2019	$119K
March 2019	$120K
February 2019	$117K
January 2019	$115K
2018
December 2018	$116K
November 2018	$117K
October 2018	$119K
September 2018	$122K
August 2018	$125K
July 2018	$123K
June 2018	$124K
May 2018	$123K
April 2018	$122K
March 2018	$118K
February 2018	$117K
January 2018	$117K
2017
December 2017	$106K
November 2017	$107K
October 2017	$104K
September 2017	$106K
August 2017	$103K
July 2017	$105K
June 2017	$103K
May 2017	$101K
April 2017	$102K
March 2017	$98K
February 2017	$95K
January 2017	$96K
2016
December 2016	$100K
November 2016	$100K
October 2016	$100K
September 2016	$98K

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
715 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA	0.12	Single-Family Home	$180,000	12/04/25	2	1	952
2621 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA	0.32	Single-Family Home	$85,000	06/23/26	2	1	624

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
901 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$131,000	2	1	637	Off Market
823 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$181,100	4	2	1,581	Off Market
821 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$117,700	2	1	816	Off Market
815 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$127,000	2	1	864	Off Market
811 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$142,100	2	1	882	Off Market
2428 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$112,500	2	1	948	Off Market
843 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$176,700	2	1	869	Off Market
845 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$160,000	2	1	672	For Sale
849 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$148,000	2	1	720	Off Market
851 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$127,100	1	1	792	Off Market
852 E 25th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.10	-	2	1	890	Off Market
920 E 25th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.10	$131,600	4	2	1,215	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 905 E 24th 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

1953

Living Area

1,120 sqft

Price/Sqft

$158

Parking

Garage

About this House

Over 1100 Sq. Ft. in this home with a huge garage, terrific screened in deck and a large kitchen that opens to the dining space. Priced to sell. Call today to see!

905 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,120 sqft single-family home in Fairground, built in 1953. It last sold for $74,500 on Dec 15, 2008. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $177,000, with a rent estimate of $1,419/month.

Home Details for 905 E 24th Ct

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

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1953Year Updated: 1966
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Dec 15, 2008 Source: N/A	Sold	$74,500
Jul 6, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$75,000
Mar 20, 2001 Source: N/A	Sold	$64,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,776	$170,700

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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Buy: $109k - $395k

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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 905 E 24th Ct

What is 905 E 24th Ct estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 905 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $177,000.
What is the price history for 905 E 24th Ct?
905 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $74,500 in December 2008.
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.
Does 905 E 24th Ct have air conditioning?
Yes, 905 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 905 E 24th Ct?
The lot at 905 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,534 sq ft).