1345 E 16th St
Des Moines, IA 50316
M.L. King Jr. Park- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 899 sqft
$228,000
Last Sold: Jun 26, 2026
1% below list $230K
$254/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,537/mo*
$228,000
Last Sold: Jun 26, 2026
1% below list $230K
$254/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,537/mo*
4 Beds
2 Baths
899 sqft
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$228KSince last month
Decreased$300 (-0.1%)Since last year
Increased$64K (+38.6%)Since last sale
Decreased$200 (-0.1%)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 +122% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $228K |
| July 2026 | $228K |
| June 2026 | $228K |
| May 2026 | $228K |
| April 2026 | $164K |
| March 2026 | $160K |
| February 2026 | $157K |
| January 2026 | $156K |
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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 |
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0.09 | Single-Family Home | $180,000 | 09/12/25 | 5 | 2 | 952 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $230,000 | 10/10/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,415 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $235,000 | 09/04/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,139 | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $277,000 | 05/07/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,285 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $190,000 | 07/27/26 | 4 | 1.5 | 1,470 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $279,900 | 12/30/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,156 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $196,000 | 09/26/25 | 4 | 2 | 800 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $181,500 | 02/19/26 | 3 | 1 | 900 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $173,000 | 09/26/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,056 |
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 |
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0.08 | $187,300 | 2 | 2 | 1,052 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $346,600 | 5 | 3.5 | 1,602 | Off Market | |
0.09 | $180,000 | 5 | 2 | 952 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $183,000 | 3 | 2 | 720 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $170,000 | 4 | 1 | 1,377 | Off Market | |
0.08 | $121,300 | 2 | 1 | 660 | Off Market | |
0.12 | $230,300 | 3 | 2 | 1,415 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $202,800 | 2 | 2 | 720 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $110,000 | 3 | 1 | 912 | Recently Sold | |
0.08 | $139,100 | 2 | 1 | 676 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $177,900 | 3 | 1 | 840 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1971
Living Area
899 sqft
Price/Sqft
$254/sqft
Parking
Garage
About this House
Delightfully maintained, move-in ready home with abundant natural light, some newer flooring, and updated baths. The finished basement features a 4th bedroom, full bath and a full bonus kitchen -ideal as a mother-in-law suite, rental, or teen hangout. Outdoors offers a garage, large carport, handy storage shed, and a meticulously kept yard ready for summer BBQs and garden parties. NEW ROOF (2024) provides added peace of mind. Minutes to shops, cafes and dining along the E 15th/18th corridors, quick drive to downtown, major employers and freeway access; close to parks, walking trails and well-rated schools. Charming, practical, and full of possibilities - a must-see! All information obtained from seller and public records.
1345 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 899 sqft single-family home in M.L. King Jr. Park, built in 1971. It last sold for $228,000 on Jun 26, 2026 (1% below the $230,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $227,500, with a rent estimate of $1,886/month.
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Laura Slavin, (515) 202-4129
RE/MAX Precision
Jay Elsberry, (712) 541-8267
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with: Seth Walker, (515) 577-3728, RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#739690

Home Details for 1345 E 16th St
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Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 899 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Refrigerator, StoveRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1 |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Poured |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage |
Frontage Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (below surface): 600 Square Feet |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 13 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1971 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding |
Property Information Parcel Number: 11006193000000 |
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Price List Price: $230,000Price Per Sqft: $254/sqft |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri May 15 2026 |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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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 |
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Building Area Building Area: 899 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA |
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Lot Area: 6664.68 sqft |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan |
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Mls Number: 739690Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 202-4129Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11006193000000-R-N |
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Days On Market Replication: 13 |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jun 26, 2026 Source: DMMLS #739690 | Sold | $228,000 |
May 15, 2026 Source: DMMLS #739690 | Pending | $230,000 |
May 1, 2026 Source: DMMLS #739690 | Listed For Sale | $230,000 |
Jan 28, 2016 Source: DMMLS #501510 | Sold | $100,000 |
Oct 20, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $100,000 Price decreased by 5% |
Sep 19, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $105,000 Price decreased by 5% |
Aug 10, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $110,000 |
Jul 16, 2007 Source: DMMLS #302548 | Sold | $101,500 |
Feb 6, 2006 Source: N/A | Sold | $95,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $2,536 | $155,200 |
Home facts updated by county records
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
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.
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Frequently asked questions about 1345 E 16th St
- What is 1345 E 16th St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 1345 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is $227,500.
- What is the price history for 1345 E 16th St?1345 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $228,000 in June 2026.
- 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 1345 E 16th St have air conditioning?Yes, 1345 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 1345 E 16th St?The lot at 1345 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,665 sq ft).

