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 916 E 24th Ct estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 916 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $148,800 .

What is the price history for 916 E 24th Ct?

916 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $40,353 in May 2018.

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.

How big is the lot at 916 E 24th Ct?

The lot at 916 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.14 acres (5,881 sq ft).

Does 916 E 24th Ct have a garage?

Yes, 916 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$148,800

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,056 sqft

916 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold May 14, 2018 for $40,353

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$149K

Since last month

$900 (-0.6%)

Since last year

$5K (-3.4%)

Since last sale

$109K (+270.5%)

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 +121% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$150K
August 2026	$149K
July 2026	$150K
June 2026	$151K
May 2026	$154K
April 2026	$152K
March 2026	$152K
February 2026	$144K
January 2026	$145K
2025
December 2025	$143K
November 2025	$146K
October 2025	$149K
September 2025	$152K
August 2025	$155K
July 2025	$154K
June 2025	$151K
May 2025	$153K
April 2025	$154K
March 2025	$150K
February 2025	$141K
January 2025	$145K
2024
December 2024	$148K
November 2024	$151K
October 2024	$149K
September 2024	$150K
August 2024	$154K
July 2024	$156K
June 2024	$156K
May 2024	$159K
April 2024	$155K
March 2024	$150K
February 2024	$144K
January 2024	$140K
2023
December 2023	$139K
November 2023	$137K
October 2023	$139K
September 2023	$139K
August 2023	$141K
July 2023	$139K
June 2023	$145K
May 2023	$143K
April 2023	$139K
March 2023	$135K
February 2023	$131K
January 2023	$132K
2022
December 2022	$133K
November 2022	$135K
October 2022	$140K
September 2022	$142K
August 2022	$142K
July 2022	$146K
June 2022	$148K
May 2022	$145K
April 2022	$140K
March 2022	$133K
February 2022	$126K
January 2022	$124K
2021
December 2021	$127K
November 2021	$127K
October 2021	$128K
September 2021	$128K
August 2021	$128K
July 2021	$127K
June 2021	$122K
May 2021	$115K
April 2021	$119K
March 2021	$117K
February 2021	$120K
January 2021	$117K
2020
December 2020	$112K
November 2020	$114K
October 2020	$116K
September 2020	$113K
August 2020	$115K
July 2020	$115K
June 2020	$110K
May 2020	$102K
April 2020	$100K
March 2020	$98K
February 2020	$94K
January 2020	$94K
2019
December 2019	$93K
November 2019	$88K
October 2019	$90K
September 2019	$89K
August 2019	$91K
July 2019	$96K
June 2019	$89K
May 2019	$87K
April 2019	$88K
March 2019	$88K
February 2019	$85K
January 2019	$86K
2018
December 2018	$87K
November 2018	$85K
October 2018	$85K
September 2018	$84K
August 2018	$88K
July 2018	$88K
June 2018	$86K
May 2018	$84K
April 2018	$81K
March 2018	$80K
February 2018	$78K
January 2018	$82K
2017
December 2017	$83K
November 2017	$82K
October 2017	$81K
September 2017	$78K
August 2017	$76K
July 2017	$76K
June 2017	$72K
May 2017	$74K
April 2017	$71K
March 2017	$72K
February 2017	$71K
January 2017	$70K
2016
December 2016	$69K
November 2016	$69K
October 2016	$67K
September 2016	$68K

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
1314 E 24th St, Des Moines, IA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$33,000	06/17/26	2	1	660
2076 Maple St, Des Moines, IA	0.38	Single-Family Home	$35,000	02/19/26	2	1	752
1309 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA	0.34	Single-Family Home	$51,985	08/13/26	2	1	726

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
920 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$218,600	4	2	1,350	Off Market
924 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$153,100	3	1	948	Off Market
928 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$134,900	3	1	736	Off Market
911 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.09	$225,100	4	2	1,920	Off Market
903 E 23rd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.09	$251,700	4	4	1,092	Off Market
840 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$110,300	3	1	713	Off Market
836 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$91,000	2	1	628	Off Market
832 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$126,600	2	1	668	Off Market
830 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$174,900	2	1	980	Off Market
820 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$132,100	2	1	912	Off Market
818 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$202,800	Studio	1	829	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

1946

Living Area

1,056 sqft

Price/Sqft

$141

Parking

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 916 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA. 916 E 24th Ct is in the Fairground neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,056 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 5881 sqft and was built in 1946.

916 E 24th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,056 sqft single-family home in Fairground, built in 1946. It last sold for $40,353 on May 14, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $148,800, with a rent estimate of $1,511/month.

Home Details for 916 E 24th Ct

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Other

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1946
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5880 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
May 14, 2018 Source: DMMLS #552750	Sold	$40,353
May 4, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$33,000
Mar 30, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$33,000 Price decreased by 6%
Mar 9, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$35,000
Mar 9, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	PendingToActive	$35,000
Jan 25, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$35,000
Dec 29, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$35,000
Nov 3, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$48,000
Oct 17, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$48,000
Feb 19, 2002 Source: N/A	Sold	$60,500
Oct 18, 1999 Source: N/A	Sold	$19,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,058	$117,800

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
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Neighborhood Overview

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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 916 E 24th Ct

What is 916 E 24th Ct estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 916 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $148,800.
What is the price history for 916 E 24th Ct?
916 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $40,353 in May 2018.
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.
How big is the lot at 916 E 24th Ct?
The lot at 916 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.14 acres (5,881 sq ft).
Does 916 E 24th Ct have a garage?
Yes, 916 E 24th Ct in Des Moines, IA has a garage.