1262 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET

1262 E 18th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

M.L. King Jr. Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 896 sqft

$122,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026

$122,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 11, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
896 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
1905
Living Area
896 sqft
Price/Sqft
$137

About this House

Bungalow with a fenced yard and storage shed. Needs a little cosmetic touch.
1262 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 896 sqft single-family home in M.L. King Jr. Park, built in 1905. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $122,900, with a rent estimate of $1,270/month.

Home Details for 1262 E 18th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Other

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905Year Updated: 1982
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 60 sqft

Price History for 1262 E 18th St

DatePriceEventSource
08/31/2008$39,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/12/2008$39,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/29/2008$44,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/15/2008$50,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/11/2008$50,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/21/2007$59,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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$2,074
Assessment$118,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1262 E 18th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1732 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$15,000
12/30/25
2
1
880
1313 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$110,000
01/06/26
2
1
980
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

M.L. King Jr. Park
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What Locals Say about M.L. King Jr. Park

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 71 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 60 % Say parking is easy

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say kids play outside

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 45 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 42 % Say there are community events

  • 33 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 29 % Say neighbors are friendly

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Brandi a. N. I.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 2 years and stuff has been stolen from my yard, there is graffiti all over my house on the outside."
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  • Brandi a. N. I.
    "Nothing makes my neighborhood unique. The kids are thieves and my stuff has been stolen multiple times."
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Frequently asked questions about 1262 E 18th St

  • What is 1262 E 18th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1262 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA is $122,900.
  • 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.
  • What do residents say about the M.L. King Jr. Park neighborhood?
    Residents describe the M.L. King Jr. Park neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, dog-friendly, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in M.L. King Jr. Park, Des Moines.
  • How big is the lot at 1262 E 18th St?
    The lot at 1262 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0 acres (60 sq ft).