1249 E  13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET

1249 E 13th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol Park
  • 4 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,806 sqft

$149,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 9, 2026

$149,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 9, 2026
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,806 sqft

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Local Information

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Description

Welcome to this historic 4 bedroom two story on Des Moines' east side! With 1,800 sq feet of space this home has so much space for you to spread out in! Step inside through the stunning three-season porch, lined with windows on all three sides, providing the perfect spot to relax and unwind. As you enter the home, you'll be welcomed by a spacious living room that flows seamlessly into a formal dining room and a well-appointed kitchen with ample cabinet space. Upstairs you’ll find 4 spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom and a laundry room. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard and a patio—ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying the outdoors. Located minutes from East High School, Birdland Park, Grand View University and downtown. Don’t miss out on this affordable home! Roof was replaced 4 years ago.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from May 15, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1249 E 13th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1806 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Open, PatioFencing: FullOther Structures: StorageExterior: Fully Fenced, Patio, StorageFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11001475000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $149,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Apr 08 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: 1806 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7971.48 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 714715Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (865) 801-1887Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11001475000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Ethan Hokel, (865) 801-1887
Century 21 Signature
CH Tan, (515) 708-4724
Century 21 Signature
Bought with: Roshni Ryan, (515) 943-3621, Keller Williams Realty GDM
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#714715

Price History for 1249 E 13th St

DatePriceEventSource
05/15/2025$148,900Sold
DMMLS #714715
04/08/2025$149,900PendingDMMLS #714715
04/03/2025$149,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #714715
12/27/2006$97,500Sold
N/A
07/06/2006$49,500Sold
N/A
01/22/2002$49,500Sold
N/A
05/23/2001$59,900Sold
N/A
10/30/1998$79,500Sold
N/A
12/18/1997$30,500Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,854
Assessment$159,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1249 E 13th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.04
Single-Family Home
$126,500
09/09/25
3
1.5
1,303
0.06
Single-Family Home
$165,000
12/19/25
3
1
1,408
0.30
Single-Family Home
$152,000
08/29/25
4
1.5
1,536
0.19
Single-Family Home
$230,000
06/13/25
4
2
1,595
0.11
Single-Family Home
$232,000
08/22/25
3
2
1,409
0.23
Single-Family Home
$145,000
01/26/26
3
1
1,310

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 1249 E 13th St.
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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

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."
  • 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 . "
  • 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."
  • 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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1249 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,806 sqft single-family home built in 1905. 1249 E 13th St is located in Capitol Park, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 1249 E 13th St was last sold on May 15, 2025 for $148,900 (1% lower than the asking price of $149,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 1249 E 13th St is $149,600.