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 909 E 28th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 909 E 28th St in Des Moines, IA is $165,100 .

What is the price history for 909 E 28th St?

909 E 28th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $138,500 in May 2021.

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 909 E 28th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 909 E 28th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 909 E 28th St?

The lot at 909 E 28th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.13 acres (5,880 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$165,100

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,014 sqft

909 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground

Est. Refi. Payment $1,171/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold May 10, 2021 for $138,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$165K

Since last month

$800 (+0.5%)

Since last year

$2K (-1.4%)

Since last sale

$26K (+19%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +103% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$165K
August 2026	$164K
July 2026	$167K
June 2026	$168K
May 2026	$168K
April 2026	$167K
March 2026	$162K
February 2026	$159K
January 2026	$161K
2025
December 2025	$160K
November 2025	$163K
October 2025	$165K
September 2025	$167K
August 2025	$167K
July 2025	$168K
2023
January 2023	$160K
2022
December 2022	$159K
November 2022	$163K
October 2022	$166K
September 2022	$167K
August 2022	$167K
July 2022	$170K
June 2022	$171K
May 2022	$169K
April 2022	$163K
March 2022	$160K
February 2022	$157K
January 2022	$156K
2021
December 2021	$156K
November 2021	$156K
October 2021	$157K
September 2021	$157K
August 2021	$157K
July 2021	$157K
June 2021	$150K
May 2021	$138K
April 2021	$130K
March 2021	$131K
February 2021	$130K
January 2021	$127K
2020
December 2020	$124K
November 2020	$122K
October 2020	$124K
September 2020	$122K
August 2020	$120K
July 2020	$122K
June 2020	$118K
May 2020	$116K
April 2020	$111K
March 2020	$111K
February 2020	$109K
January 2020	$107K
2019
December 2019	$107K
November 2019	$107K
October 2019	$112K
September 2019	$112K
August 2019	$106K
July 2019	$111K
June 2019	$111K
May 2019	$106K
April 2019	$115K
March 2019	$112K
February 2019	$114K
January 2019	$113K
2018
December 2018	$113K
November 2018	$114K
October 2018	$116K
September 2018	$118K
August 2018	$118K
July 2018	$117K
June 2018	$117K
May 2018	$114K
April 2018	$108K
March 2018	$98K
February 2018	$96K
January 2018	$93K
2017
December 2017	$97K
November 2017	$95K
October 2017	$95K
September 2017	$96K
August 2017	$94K
July 2017	$94K
June 2017	$94K
May 2017	$93K
April 2017	$91K
March 2017	$91K
February 2017	$89K
January 2017	$87K
2016
December 2016	$84K
November 2016	$83K
October 2016	$83K
September 2016	$81K

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
915 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$259,700	Studio	6	2,696	Off Market
922 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$127,600	3	1	1,081	Off Market
918 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$114,100	2	1	891	Off Market
914 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$115,900	2	1	816	Off Market
910 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$149,900	3	1	1,131	Off Market
829 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$135,900	2	1	1,051	Off Market
827 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$95,100	2	1	664	Off Market
823 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$122,200	2	1	700	Off Market
817 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$168,900	3	1	1,082	Off Market
813 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$101,400	2	1	672	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 909 E 28th St.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1948

1,014 sqft

$163/sqft

Garage

About this House

Full renovation with attractive finishes. Granite counter tops. All new flooring, lights, faucets, paint, carpet, etc. New high efficiency furnace and air conditioner. New siding. All at a fraction of the price of new construction! Enjoy luxury every day!

909 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,014 sqft single-family home in Fairground, built in 1948. It last sold for $138,500 on May 10, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $165,100, with a rent estimate of $1,398/month.

Home Details for 909 E 28th St

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

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Other, VinylFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: None, Garage

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1948Year Updated: 2021
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5880 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
May 10, 2021 Source: N/A	Sold	$138,500
Apr 7, 2021 Source: N/A	Pending	$135,500
Apr 5, 2021 Source: N/A	Listed For Sale	$135,500
Aug 18, 2020 Source: N/A	Sold	$22,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,796	$161,400

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$214K

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$192

$1MoM

Available listings

1060

36MoM

Around this home

Willard Elementary School
K-5
Public
266 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Willard Elementary likes to bully children with special needs. They are aware of disabilities the child has but does the complete opposite when trying to "help" the child. They grab children and yell at them. Even those with PTSD which that behavior can make matters worse and the child's behavior worse. I would not recommend this school especially for special needs students
Parent Review
10mo ago
5 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

Fairground

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Buy: $99k - $380k

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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
10mo 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 909 E 28th St

What is 909 E 28th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 909 E 28th St in Des Moines, IA is $165,100.
What is the price history for 909 E 28th St?
909 E 28th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $138,500 in May 2021.
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 909 E 28th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 909 E 28th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 909 E 28th St?
The lot at 909 E 28th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.13 acres (5,880 sq ft).