116 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

$80,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 999 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

116 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East
Est. Refi. Payment $594/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 26, 2025 for $80,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$80.4K
Since last month
Increased$300 (+0.4%)
Since last year
$0 (0%)
Since last sale
Increased$300 (+0.4%)
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 +95% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$80K
August 2026$80K
July 2026$80K
June 2026$80K
May 2026$81K
April 2026$81K
March 2026$80K
February 2026$80K
January 2026$79K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
1828 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$20,000
09/04/26
3
1
1,127
1714 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$95,000
09/23/25
3
2
1,190
1807 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$122,500
03/23/26
3
2
840
621 SE 9th St, Des Moines, IA
0.73
Single-Family Home
$78,000
09/26/25
3
1
1,495
1607 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$240,000
09/01/26
4
3
1,828
1804 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA
0.59
Single-Family Home
$168,000
11/26/25
3
1
1,193
1655 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$228,000
02/06/26
4
2
1,978

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
1551 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.02
$218,300
3
1.5
1,097
Off Market
1609 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.06
$232,000
6
5
1,330
Recently Sold
1517 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.08
$230,300
3
1
1,801
Off Market
227 Astor St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.10
$154,600
3
1
1,439
Off Market
1624 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.10
$156,100
5
2
1,442
Off Market
102 SE 15th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.13
$114,600
2
1.5
1,120
Off Market
1505/1507 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.12
$189,700
Studio
-
1,683
Off Market
232 Astor St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.14
$260,300
4
2
1,186
Off Market
108 E 15th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.15
$141,200
2
1
936
Off Market
104 E 15th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.15
$175,000
3
1
728
For Sale
232 E 16th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.13
$161,400
2
1
616
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 116 E 16th St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1899
0.32 acre lot
999 sqft
$80/sqft

About this House

This 1.5 Story home is located close to many amenities including downtown and the interstate. The main floor highlights a family room, 2 bedrooms, full bathroom, spacious kitchen and laundry area with easy access to the back yard. The upper level has 2 additional bedrooms. This home is situated on a large lot and a must see!
116 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 999 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1899. It last sold for the $80,000 asking price on Mar 26, 2025. More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2025 with an asking price of $1,575 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 25, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $80,400, with a rent estimate of $1,358/month.
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Ellen Fitzpatrick, (515) 710-8708
Ellen Fitzpatrick Real Estate
Bought with: Devin Prendergast, (563) 920-6179, Keller Williams Realty GDM
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#706857

Home Details for 116 E 16th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 999 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, StoveLaundry: Main LevelRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Carpet, Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, PatioExterior: PatioFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 46

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1899
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: One and One Half Story
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 04003578001000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $80,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Feb 13 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 999 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, See Remarks

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 706857Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 710-8708Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-04003578001000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 25, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,495
Jun 10, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,495
Price decreased by 4%
Jun 3, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,550
Price decreased by 2%
May 18, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,575
Mar 26, 2025
Source: DMMLS #706857
Sold
$80,000

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

Neighborhood Overview

Capitol East
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What Locals Say about Capitol East

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 75 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say there are community events

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

  • 40 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 33 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 20 % Say there's wildlife

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    "You wouldn’t like how it seems everybody has a dog in the neighborhood, it wouldn’t be a quiet walk."
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Frequently asked questions about 116 E 16th St

  • What is 116 E 16th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 116 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is $80,400.
  • What is the price history for 116 E 16th St?
    116 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $80,000 in March 2025.
  • 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 116 E 16th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 116 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 116 E 16th St?
    The lot at 116 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.32 acres (13,809 sq ft).

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