1530 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 882 sqft

1530 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

M.L. King Jr. Park

Home Highlights

Apartment
882 sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

WINTER SPECIAL: FIRST MONTHS RENT IS FREE WHEN APPROVED!
Welcome home to this charming 2 bed, 1 1/2 bath duplex featuring a detached one car garage and a fully fenced yard for added privacy and outdoor enjoyment. Inside, the home offers convenience and comfort with central air conditioning, a dishwasher, stove and refrigerator included, plus washer and dryer hookups (gas dryer). With plenty of natural light, functional living space and desirable amenities, this property is the perfect place to call home!
WINTER SPECIAL! FIRST MONTHS RENT IS FREE WHEN APPROVED! Cute duplex with fenced in back yard and garage! 2 bedroom 1 1/2 bath with another room (not a bedroom) in basement. Laundry hook ups, central air conditioning, dishwasher.
1530 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 882 sqft apartment in M.L. King Jr. Park. It last sold for $45,500 on Mar 12, 2002 (4,036% above the $1,100 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2025 with an asking price of $1,250 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 21, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,034/month.

Home Details for 1530 E 16th St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Cooling System: Ceiling Fan

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Comparable Sales for 1530 E 16th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Address Not Disclosed, Des Moines, IA
2.06
Apartment
$159,900
01/27/26
1
1
-
1333 24th St, Des Moines, IA
2.80
Apartment
$265,000
09/29/25
1
1
2,018 sqft
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Rental Market Trends in M.L. King Jr. Park

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,034/mo
Average rent
$1.1K
Available listings
2
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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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 21, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,100
Nov 26, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,100
Price decreased by 8%
Nov 18, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,200
Price decreased by 4%
Sep 30, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,250
Jul 4, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 1530 E 16th St

  • What is the price history for 1530 E 16th St?
    1530 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $45,500 in March 2002.
  • Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
    Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
    The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged 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.
  • Does 1530 E 16th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1530 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1530 E 16th St have parking?
    Yes, 1530 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA has on-site parking.

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