1257 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET

1257 E 12th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,360 sqft

$189,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 26, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,271/mo*
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$189,100

Trulia Estimate
as of May 26, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,271/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,360 sqft

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Description

This single-family home is located at 1257 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA. 1257 E 12th St is in the Capitol Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,360 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7579 sqft and was built in 1895.
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.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
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Home Details for 1257 E 12th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAdditional StorageNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bath, Office, Recreation Room, WorkshopStorageWet BarCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: Central, OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
FireplaceHot Tub or SpaJetted Bath Tub
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylGardenLawnPatioPorchSprinkler System
Pool
Pool
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Carport, Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1895Year Updated: 2013
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Building

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Disabled Access
Fitness & Sports
Basketball CourtTennis Court
Community rooms
Fitness Center
Pool
Sauna

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7579 sqft

Additional Information

DoormanGreenhouseIntercomDoormanSport Court

Price History for 1257 E 12th St

DatePriceEventSource
06/21/2022$165,000Sold
DMMLS #650091
05/10/2022$172,000PendingDMMLS #650091
04/20/2022$172,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #650091
03/24/2021ListingRemovedN/A
08/04/2020$133,000Sold
DMMLS #608257
04/08/2014$550ListingRemovedN/A
03/26/2014$98,000Sold
DMMLS #428829
03/06/2014$550Listed For RentN/A
01/03/2014$103,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/01/2013$135,000Sold
N/A
12/02/2005$13,500Sold
N/A
07/22/2005$29,500Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,186
Assessment$174,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1257 E 12th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
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
0.09
Single-Family Home
$162,000
09/15/25
3
2
1,710
1012 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$115,000
03/11/26
4
2
1,680
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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1257 E 12th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,360 sqft single-family home built in 1895. 1257 E 12th St is located in Capitol Park, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 1257 E 12th St was last sold on Jun 21, 2022 for $165,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 1257 E 12th St is $189,100.