Does Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there are sidewalks

Are the streets well-lit in Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say streets are well-lit

Are yards well-kept in Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say car is needed

Is Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's dog friendly

Does Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is parking easy in Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say parking is easy

Is there wildlife in Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say there's wildlife

Are neighbors friendly in Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say it's quiet

Would people walk alone at night in Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do kids play outside in Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA?

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

Do residents of Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 25% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are there community events in Capitol Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 17% of users say there are community events

What is 1241 E 12th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1241 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA is $201,000 .

What is the price history for 1241 E 12th St?

1241 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $119,000 in December 2012.

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 1241 E 12th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1241 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1241 E 12th St?

The lot at 1241 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,579 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$201,000

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,644 sqft

1241 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol Park

Est. Refi. Payment $1,372/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 28, 2012 for $119,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$201K

Since last month

$800 (+0.4%)

Since last year

$6K (+3.2%)

Since last sale

$82K (+68.9%)

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 +109% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$201K
August 2026	$201K
July 2026	$200K
June 2026	$199K
May 2026	$201K
April 2026	$199K
March 2026	$192K
February 2026	$192K
January 2026	$193K
2025
December 2025	$192K
November 2025	$197K
October 2025	$197K
September 2025	$192K
August 2025	$195K
July 2025	$199K
June 2025	$205K
May 2025	$202K
April 2025	$203K
March 2025	$208K
February 2025	$202K
January 2025	$204K
2024
December 2024	$204K
November 2024	$207K
October 2024	$206K
September 2024	$209K
August 2024	$212K
July 2024	$214K
June 2024	$216K
May 2024	$214K
April 2024	$208K
March 2024	$205K
February 2024	$201K
January 2024	$199K
2023
December 2023	$199K
November 2023	$201K
October 2023	$200K
September 2023	$201K
August 2023	$202K
July 2023	$195K
June 2023	$194K
May 2023	$201K
April 2023	$195K
March 2023	$191K
February 2023	$190K
January 2023	$190K
2022
December 2022	$191K
November 2022	$191K
October 2022	$197K
September 2022	$199K
August 2022	$200K
July 2022	$202K
June 2022	$204K
May 2022	$201K
April 2022	$193K
March 2022	$187K
February 2022	$179K
January 2022	$178K
2021
December 2021	$177K
November 2021	$177K
October 2021	$171K
September 2021	$168K
August 2021	$170K
July 2021	$168K
June 2021	$167K
May 2021	$129K
April 2021	$121K
March 2021	$123K
February 2021	$120K
January 2021	$117K
2020
December 2020	$117K
November 2020	$125K
October 2020	$130K
September 2020	$127K
August 2020	$116K
July 2020	$111K
June 2020	$107K
May 2020	$105K
April 2020	$107K
March 2020	$105K
February 2020	$106K
January 2020	$105K
2019
December 2019	$108K
November 2019	$109K
October 2019	$109K
September 2019	$108K
August 2019	$112K
July 2019	$112K
June 2019	$113K
May 2019	$116K
April 2019	$114K
March 2019	$121K
February 2019	$118K
January 2019	$116K
2018
December 2018	$115K
November 2018	$116K
October 2018	$118K
September 2018	$116K
August 2018	$117K
July 2018	$115K
June 2018	$114K
May 2018	$110K
April 2018	$107K
March 2018	$97K
February 2018	$94K
January 2018	$93K
2017
December 2017	$95K
November 2017	$94K
October 2017	$90K
September 2017	$86K
August 2017	$89K
July 2017	$99K
June 2017	$103K
May 2017	$109K
April 2017	$109K
March 2017	$108K
February 2017	$106K
January 2017	$102K
2016
December 2016	$98K
November 2016	$98K
October 2016	$99K
September 2016	$96K

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
1217 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA	0.06	Single-Family Home	$165,000	02/17/26	3	2	1,861
1231 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA	0.07	Single-Family Home	$162,000	09/15/25	3	2	1,710
1012 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA	0.20	Single-Family Home	$115,000	03/11/26	4	2	1,680

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
1245 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$160,000	4	2	1,531	Off Market
1249 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$177,600	4	2	1,917	Off Market
1253 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$195,600	4	2	1,712	Off Market
1257 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$188,700	3	2	1,360	Off Market
1261 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$127,000	3	1	1,204	Off Market
1210 Garfield Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.07	$159,700	3	1	1,456	Off Market
1237 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$138,800	4	2	1,713	Off Market
1233 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$165,900	3	1	946	Off Market
1225 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$193,800	4	2	2,301	Off Market
1221 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$131,800	4	1	1,697	Off Market
1217 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$165,000	3	2	1,861	Recently Sold
1211 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.07	$190,800	3	2	1,266	Off Market

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

1895

Living Area

1,644 sqft

Price/Sqft

$122

Parking

Garage

About this House

Sold as is. Investment property with tons of potential. Hardwood floors, big bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dining room and 1st floor master.

1241 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,644 sqft single-family home in Capitol Park, built in 1895. It last sold for $119,000 on Dec 28, 2012. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $201,000, with a rent estimate of $1,680/month.

Home Details for 1241 E 12th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1895
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7579 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Dec 28, 2012 Source: N/A	Sold	$119,000
Jul 27, 2010 Source: N/A	Sold	$32,500
Nov 25, 2009 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$53,000 Price decreased by 12%
Sep 27, 2009 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$60,000
Apr 26, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$54,500
Jan 17, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$99,217

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,004	$231,600

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

Carver Elementary School
PK-5
Public
430 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
5/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
In response to the recent post, I feel bad that your child has been the victim of bullying. However, I have noticed that bullying is snuffed out very quickly. The only time it goes on is when students to not report it. We don't cater to the minorities. The majority of the student population is minority, possibly as high as 86%. We see no color at our school. Everyone is a human being that deserves respect. As far as field trips, that is the policy of the Des Moines Public School District. We get "1" field trip a year. The school does not make that decision. Submitted by staff.
Teacher Review
12y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

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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.
Resident
6y ago
"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.
Prev. Resident
7y ago
"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
Resident
7y ago
"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.
13y ago
"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 1241 E 12th St

What is 1241 E 12th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1241 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA is $201,000.
What is the price history for 1241 E 12th St?
1241 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $119,000 in December 2012.
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 1241 E 12th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1241 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1241 E 12th St?
The lot at 1241 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,579 sq ft).