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 922 E 26th Ct estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 922 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $114,300 .

What is the price history for 922 E 26th Ct?

922 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $59,500 in November 2009.

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 922 E 26th Ct?

The lot at 922 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.25 acres (10,802 sq ft).

Does 922 E 26th Ct have a garage?

Yes, 922 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$114,300

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
836 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

922 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground

Est. Refi. Payment $812/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 3, 2009 for $59,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$114K

Since last month

$2K (-1.5%)

Since last year

$300 (-0.3%)

Since last sale

$55K (+92.4%)

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	$115K
August 2026	$114K
July 2026	$116K
June 2026	$117K
May 2026	$124K
April 2026	$118K
March 2026	$116K
February 2026	$108K
January 2026	$110K
2025
December 2025	$110K
November 2025	$109K
October 2025	$110K
September 2025	$111K
August 2025	$115K
July 2025	$114K
June 2025	$114K
May 2025	$113K
April 2025	$119K
March 2025	$116K
February 2025	$108K
January 2025	$112K
2024
December 2024	$113K
November 2024	$114K
October 2024	$119K
September 2024	$121K
August 2024	$129K
July 2024	$131K
June 2024	$132K
May 2024	$132K
April 2024	$128K
March 2024	$122K
February 2024	$115K
January 2024	$112K
2023
December 2023	$113K
November 2023	$112K
October 2023	$113K
September 2023	$113K
August 2023	$114K
July 2023	$113K
June 2023	$119K
May 2023	$116K
April 2023	$113K
March 2023	$109K
February 2023	$112K
January 2023	$116K
2022
December 2022	$117K
November 2022	$120K
October 2022	$124K
September 2022	$124K
August 2022	$125K
July 2022	$128K
June 2022	$130K
May 2022	$128K
April 2022	$123K
March 2022	$116K
February 2022	$111K
January 2022	$110K
2021
December 2021	$111K
November 2021	$112K
October 2021	$111K
September 2021	$114K
August 2021	$114K
July 2021	$114K
June 2021	$111K
May 2021	$107K
April 2021	$107K
March 2021	$101K
February 2021	$96K
January 2021	$90K
2020
December 2020	$88K
November 2020	$92K
October 2020	$89K
September 2020	$90K
August 2020	$92K
July 2020	$92K
June 2020	$88K
May 2020	$84K
April 2020	$81K
March 2020	$85K
February 2020	$85K
January 2020	$87K
2019
December 2019	$92K
November 2019	$89K
October 2019	$89K
September 2019	$92K
August 2019	$90K
July 2019	$96K
June 2019	$94K
May 2019	$90K
April 2019	$92K
March 2019	$93K
February 2019	$94K
January 2019	$99K
2018
December 2018	$96K
November 2018	$91K
October 2018	$94K
September 2018	$89K
August 2018	$88K
July 2018	$88K
June 2018	$86K
May 2018	$85K
April 2018	$83K
March 2018	$76K
February 2018	$72K
January 2018	$64K
2017
December 2017	$83K
November 2017	$79K
October 2017	$76K
September 2017	$76K
August 2017	$65K
July 2017	$69K
June 2017	$64K
May 2017	$58K
April 2017	$55K
March 2017	$58K
February 2017	$57K
January 2017	$56K
2016
December 2016	$54K
November 2016	$53K
October 2016	$60K
September 2016	$58K

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
1309 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$51,985	08/13/26	2	1	726
2621 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA	0.28	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
916 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$146,100	2	1	648	Off Market
912 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$133,100	2	1	852	Off Market
908 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$142,900	2	1	718	Off Market
906 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$145,600	2	1	748	Off Market
836 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$161,300	3	1	816	Off Market
826 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$179,100	3	2	1,300	Off Market
903 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$110,500	2	1	824	Off Market
901 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$153,800	2	1	910	Off Market
825 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$184,000	3	1	1,152	Off Market
821 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.09	$154,000	2	1	936	Off Market
819 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.09	$107,900	2	1	696	Off Market
818 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.11	$116,900	2	1	828	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 922 E 26th 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

1946

Lot Size

0.25 acres

Living Area

836 sqft

Price/Sqft

$137

Parking

Garage

About this House

Great starter home! Why rent when you can own? Charming three bedroom home. Home is situated on large corner lot with oversized garage. There is an addiitonal 140 sq ft of enclosed porch for more living space. First time buyers may qualify for $8,000 tax credit.

922 E 26th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 836 sqft single-family home in Fairground, built in 1946. It last sold for $59,500 on Nov 3, 2009. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $114,300, with a rent estimate of $1,414/month.

Home Details for 922 E 26th Ct

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

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

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

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 10802 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Nov 3, 2009 Source: N/A	Sold	$59,500
Sep 29, 2009 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$60,000
Sep 8, 2008 Source: N/A	Sold	$49,500
Jun 29, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$65,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,466	$84,100

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 922 E 26th Ct

What is 922 E 26th Ct estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 922 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $114,300.
What is the price history for 922 E 26th Ct?
922 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $59,500 in November 2009.
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 922 E 26th Ct?
The lot at 922 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.25 acres (10,802 sq ft).
Does 922 E 26th Ct have a garage?
Yes, 922 E 26th Ct in Des Moines, IA has a garage.