1237 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET

1237 E 13th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,239 sqft

$122,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026

$122,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,239 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1882
Living Area
1,239 sqft
Price/Sqft
$99
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1237 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA. 1237 E 13th St is in the Capitol Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,239 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7971 sqft and was built in 1882.
1237 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,239 sqft single-family home in Capitol Park, built in 1882. It last sold for $15,435 on Aug 31, 2015. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $122,500, with a rent estimate of $1,410/month.

Home Details for 1237 E 13th 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: AsphaltDeckExterior: Other
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1882
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7971 sqft

Price History for 1237 E 13th St

DatePriceEventSource
08/31/2015$15,435Sold
N/A
10/01/2004$67,500Sold
N/A
11/08/2000$67,900Sold
N/A
01/21/2000$45,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$211K
$5.03KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$4MoM
Available listings
1009
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$83,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1237 E 13th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1231 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA
0.02
Single-Family Home
$162,000
09/15/25
3
2
1,710
1319 York St, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$115,000
09/15/25
2
1
1,020
1602 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$75,000
10/27/25
3
1
1,512
1607 York St, Des Moines, IA
0.44
Single-Family Home
$97,501
09/23/25
3
1
1,234
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Capitol Park
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What Locals Say about Capitol Park

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 50 % Say kids play outside

  • 40 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 25 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 20 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 17 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Anastasia O.
    "Schools are so so and beware of kids who like to steal. There are some definite problems. Be sure to stay on top of where your kids and what they’re doing."
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  • Timi A.
    "It is a nice area to live and it is a nice area to grow business and to rise kids. I like living in this neighborhood because their is a lot of job opportunity and their is a lot big fun things to do . "
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  • Christopher
    "It is located close to the Capitol, Marina and Union Park. Close to I-235 and the bike trail head which allows me to get anywhere I want quickly."
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  • Joseph H.
    "Street ends at river so the block is very close association of homeowners and very child-friendly. Off riverwalk bike path and minutes walk to Union Park. "
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Frequently asked questions about 1237 E 13th St

  • What is 1237 E 13th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1237 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA is $122,500.
  • What is the price history for 1237 E 13th St?
    1237 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $15,435 in August 2015.
  • 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 $211K. That is up $5.03K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 1237 E 13th St?
    The lot at 1237 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.18 acres (7,971 sq ft).
  • Does 1237 E 13th St have a garage?
    Yes, 1237 E 13th St in Des Moines, IA has a garage.