Are yards well-kept in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say car is needed

Is M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say it's dog friendly

Does M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say there are sidewalks

Is M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is parking easy in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say parking is easy

Does M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say there's holiday spirit

Do residents of M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Do kids play outside in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say kids play outside

Is there wildlife in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there's wildlife

Is M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are the streets well-lit in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say streets are well-lit

Is M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say it's quiet

Are there community events in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say there are community events

Would people walk alone at night in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 29% of users say neighbors are friendly

What is 914 E 17th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 914 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA is $93,700 .

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 M.L. King Jr. Park neighborhood?

Residents describe the M.L. King Jr. Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, dog-friendly, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines .

How big is the lot at 914 E 17th St?

The lot at 914 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.12 acres (5,180 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$93,700

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,175 sqft

914 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

M.L. King Jr. Park

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$93.7K

Since last month

$6K (-6%)

Since last year

$9K (-8.5%)

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 +98% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$94K
July 2026	$100K
June 2026	$103K
May 2026	$107K
April 2026	$102K
March 2026	$104K
February 2026	$100K
January 2026	$100K
2025
December 2025	$99K
November 2025	$100K
October 2025	$100K
September 2025	$101K
August 2025	$102K
July 2025	$99K
June 2025	$99K
May 2025	$99K
April 2025	$96K
March 2025	$92K
February 2025	$84K
January 2025	$86K
2024
December 2024	$91K
November 2024	$89K
October 2024	$96K
September 2024	$97K
August 2024	$104K
July 2024	$110K
June 2024	$109K
May 2024	$113K
April 2024	$110K
March 2024	$103K
February 2024	$98K
January 2024	$96K
2023
December 2023	$95K
November 2023	$98K
October 2023	$96K
September 2023	$94K
August 2023	$95K
July 2023	$97K
June 2023	$96K
May 2023	$97K
April 2023	$92K
March 2023	$91K
February 2023	$101K
January 2023	$110K
2022
December 2022	$109K
November 2022	$109K
October 2022	$116K
September 2022	$116K
August 2022	$118K
July 2022	$121K
June 2022	$122K
May 2022	$121K
April 2022	$113K
March 2022	$112K
February 2022	$109K
January 2022	$110K
2021
December 2021	$111K
November 2021	$110K
October 2021	$111K
September 2021	$107K
August 2021	$107K
July 2021	$109K
June 2021	$109K
May 2021	$115K
April 2021	$112K
March 2021	$112K
February 2021	$111K
January 2021	$109K
2020
December 2020	$106K
November 2020	$103K
October 2020	$109K
September 2020	$102K
August 2020	$91K
July 2020	$88K
June 2020	$86K
May 2020	$91K
April 2020	$85K
March 2020	$86K
February 2020	$84K
January 2020	$77K
2019
December 2019	$71K
November 2019	$63K
September 2019	$66K
August 2019	$69K
July 2019	$68K
June 2019	$74K
May 2019	$62K
April 2019	$57K
March 2019	$58K
February 2019	$51K
January 2019	$52K
2018
December 2018	$57K
November 2018	$59K
October 2018	$53K
September 2018	$56K
August 2018	$55K
July 2018	$55K
June 2018	$58K
May 2018	$56K
April 2018	$54K
March 2018	$51K
February 2018	$48K
January 2018	$48K
2017
December 2017	$56K
November 2017	$54K
October 2017	$50K
September 2017	$45K
August 2017	$42K
July 2017	$41K
June 2017	$43K
May 2017	$43K
April 2017	$47K
March 2017	$49K
February 2017	$50K
January 2017	$51K
2016
December 2016	$50K
November 2016	$50K
October 2016	$48K
September 2016	$47K
August 2016	$47K

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
1246 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA	0.19	Single-Family Home	$215,000	07/06/26	3	1	1,166
1314 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA	0.31	Single-Family Home	$226,000	08/14/26	3	1	1,125

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
924 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$116,300	2	1	816	Off Market
922 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$135,900	2	1	1,104	Off Market
918 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$118,600	3	1	816	Off Market
1656 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$119,900	4	1	1,317	Off Market
1652 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$97,000	2	1	864	Off Market
1642 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$122,000	3	1	1,472	Off Market
1637 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$96,700	2	1	924	Off Market
1641 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$116,800	3	1	1,332	Off Market
1631 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$106,200	3	1	1,098	Off Market
1625 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$92,100	2	1	620	Off Market
1607 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.10	$121,200	3	2	1,319	Off Market
1603 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.11	$91,700	2	1	744	Off Market

Local Information

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

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1911

Living Area

1,175 sqft

Price/Sqft

$80

About this House

Good sized 3 bedroom home with enclosed front porch. Other fetaures include breakfast nook, built-in hutch in formal dining room, newer hi-efficience furnace and updated electrical.

914 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,175 sqft single-family home in M.L. King Jr. Park, built in 1911. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $93,700, with a rent estimate of $1,355/month.

Home Details for 914 E 17th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Masonry

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1911Year Updated: 1985
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5180 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jan 3, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$40,000
Oct 7, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$40,000 Price decreased by 11%
May 1, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$45,000 Price decreased by 10%
Oct 20, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$50,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,468	$81,800

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
4 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about M.L. King Jr. Park

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say yards are well-kept
92 % Say car is needed
77 % Say it's dog friendly
75 % Say there are sidewalks
71 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
60 % Say parking is easy
59 % Say there's holiday spirit
56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say kids play outside
50 % Say there's wildlife
45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
45 % Say streets are well-lit
44 % Say it's quiet
42 % Say there are community events
33 % Say people would walk alone at night
29 % Say neighbors are friendly

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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8y ago
"I've lived in this neighborhood for 2 years and stuff has been stolen from my yard, there is graffiti all over my house on the outside."
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8y ago
"Nothing makes my neighborhood unique. The kids are thieves and my stuff has been stolen multiple times."
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Frequently asked questions about 914 E 17th St

What is 914 E 17th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 914 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA is $93,700.
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 M.L. King Jr. Park neighborhood?
Residents describe the M.L. King Jr. Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, dog-friendly, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines.
How big is the lot at 914 E 17th St?
The lot at 914 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.12 acres (5,180 sq ft).