Is parking easy in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Capitol East, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there are sidewalks

Does Capitol East, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say there's holiday spirit

Do residents of Capitol East, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is a car needed in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say car is needed

Do kids play outside in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say kids play outside

Is Capitol East, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say it's dog friendly

Are neighbors friendly in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are there community events in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say there are community events

Is Capitol East, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say it's quiet

Would people walk alone at night in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Capitol East, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are the streets well-lit in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Capitol East, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 29% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is there wildlife in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say there's wildlife

What is the price history for 1403 E Walnut St?

1403 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $66,500 in August 2004.

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.

What are the closest schools to 1403 E Walnut St?

The closest schools to 1403 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA are Capitol View Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 2/10), East High School (rated 3/10), Hiatt Middle School (rated 3/10).

How big is the lot at 1403 E Walnut St?

The lot at 1403 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (7,187 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

1403 E Walnut St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

3 Beds
4 Baths
2,306 sqft

3 Beds

4 Baths

2,306 sqft

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1612 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.32	Single-Family Home	$91,500	05/05/26	3	1	1,122
208 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA	0.26	Single-Family Home	$75,000	02/23/26	2	1	1,037
1012 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA	0.62	Single-Family Home	$115,000	03/11/26	4	2	1,680
1503 E Vine St, Des Moines, IA	0.24	Single-Family Home	$50,000	06/05/26	2	1	768
1711 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.48	Single-Family Home	$150,000	11/19/25	2	2	1,380

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

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Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
1409 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$248,700	7	3	3,960	Off Market
1415 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$185,300	4	2	2,510	Off Market
1421 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$143,100	2	1.5	1,216	Off Market
1427 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$198,500	4	2	1,993	Off Market
1433 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$124,300	4	1	1,162	Off Market
1439 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.08	$172,000	4	1	1,500	Off Market
1408 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$179,500	3	2	1,474	Off Market
1414 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$136,400	3	2	1,144	Off Market
1420 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$155,700	3	1	1,269	Off Market
1426 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$115,900	4	2	1,560	Off Market
1432 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.07	$148,900	3	2	1,870	Off Market
1438 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.08	$105,500	Studio	2	1,228	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1892

Living Area

2,306 sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1403 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA. 1403 E Walnut St is in the Capitol East neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and approximately 2,306 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7187 sqft and was built in 1892.

1403 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,306 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1892. It last sold for $66,500 on Aug 24, 2004. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,810/month.

Home Details for 1403 E Walnut St

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

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionExterior: Cement Concrete

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1892
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 4

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7187 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 24, 2004 Source: N/A	Sold	$66,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$450	$48,700

Additional Cost

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

Capitol View Elementary School
PK-5
Public
532 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
my son has been at this school 3 years now. He will not be returning after this year. his reading levels are not advancing as they should. too many students in one class. ifeel like they are just pushing him thru.
Parent Review
8y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Capitol East

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say parking is easy
100 % Say yards are well-kept
100 % Say there are sidewalks
86 % Say there's holiday spirit
75 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
67 % Say car is needed
67 % Say kids play outside
56 % Say it's dog friendly
54 % Say neighbors are friendly
44 % Say there are community events
43 % Say it's quiet
40 % Say people would walk alone at night
40 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
33 % Say streets are well-lit
29 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
20 % Say there's wildlife

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Paula Cuffee
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11mo ago
"You wouldn’t like how it seems everybody has a dog in the neighborhood, it wouldn’t be a quiet walk."
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Frequently asked questions about 1403 E Walnut St

What is the price history for 1403 E Walnut St?
1403 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $66,500 in August 2004.
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.
What are the closest schools to 1403 E Walnut St?
The closest schools to 1403 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA are Capitol View Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 2/10), East High School (rated 3/10), Hiatt Middle School (rated 3/10).
How big is the lot at 1403 E Walnut St?
The lot at 1403 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (7,187 sq ft).