1253 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET

1253 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol Park
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,712 sqft

$194,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026

$194,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,712 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$195K
Since last month
Increased$400 (+0.2%)
Since last year
Decreased$800 (-0.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$106K (+117.2%)
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 +103% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$196K
July 2026$194K
June 2026$195K
May 2026$197K
April 2026$194K
March 2026$188K
February 2026$187K
January 2026$190K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018

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
1012 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$115,000
03/11/26
4
2
1,680
1217 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$165,000
02/17/26
3
2
1,861
1231 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$162,000
09/15/25
3
2
1,710
Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1257 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.01
$188,700
3
2
1,360
Off Market
1261 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.02
$127,600
3
1
1,204
Off Market
1210 Garfield Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.04
$160,900
3
1
1,456
Off Market
1305 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$108,600
3
2
1,712
Off Market
1319 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.08
$243,800
4
2
1,022
Off Market
1249 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.01
$176,900
4
2
1,917
Off Market
1245 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.02
$161,900
4
2
1,531
Off Market
1241 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$198,900
3
2
1,644
Off Market
1237 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.04
$137,600
4
2
1,713
Off Market
1233 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$166,700
3
1
946
Off Market
1225 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.07
$192,800
4
2
2,301
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1896
Living Area
1,712 sqft
Price/Sqft
$114
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1253 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA. 1253 E 12th St is in the Capitol Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,712 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7579 sqft and was built in 1896.
1253 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,712 sqft single-family home in Capitol Park, built in 1896. It last sold for $90,000 on Apr 14, 2014. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $194,600, with a rent estimate of $1,797/month.

Home Details for 1253 E 12th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Cement ConcreteFoundation Type: Masonry
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1896Year Updated: 1985
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7579 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 14, 2014
Source: N/A
Sold
$90,000
Nov 17, 2005
Source: N/A
Sold
$108,500
Aug 10, 1999
Source: N/A
Sold
$35,500

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
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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 1253 E 12th St

  • What is 1253 E 12th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1253 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA is $194,600.
  • What is the price history for 1253 E 12th St?
    1253 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $90,000 in April 2014.
  • 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 1253 E 12th St?
    The lot at 1253 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,579 sq ft).
  • Does 1253 E 12th St have a garage?
    Yes, 1253 E 12th St in Des Moines, IA has a garage.