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 1600 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1600 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is $176,900 .

What is the price history for 1600 E Walnut St?

1600 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $87,000 in March 2017.

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 1600 E Walnut St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1600 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

OFF MARKET

$176,900

Trulia Estimate

Studio
2 Baths
2,040 sqft

1600 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 31, 2017 for $87,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$177K

Since last month

$10K (+6.1%)

Since last year

$11K (+6.6%)

Since last sale

$90K (+103.3%)

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 +101% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$177K
July 2026	$167K
June 2026	$176K
May 2026	$175K
April 2026	$173K
March 2026	$168K
February 2026	$165K
January 2026	$172K
2025
December 2025	$170K
November 2025	$169K
October 2025	$174K
September 2025	$170K
August 2025	$166K
July 2025	$168K
June 2025	$167K
May 2025	$159K
April 2025	$159K
March 2025	$157K
February 2025	$154K
January 2025	$148K
2024
December 2024	$150K
November 2024	$157K
October 2024	$158K
September 2024	$158K
August 2024	$161K
July 2024	$163K
June 2024	$165K
May 2024	$173K
April 2024	$150K
March 2024	$154K
February 2024	$146K
January 2024	$146K
2023
December 2023	$146K
November 2023	$148K
October 2023	$149K
September 2023	$144K
August 2023	$147K
July 2023	$149K
June 2023	$144K
May 2023	$169K
April 2023	$166K
March 2023	$162K
February 2023	$161K
January 2023	$163K
2022
December 2022	$161K
November 2022	$160K
October 2022	$163K
September 2022	$163K
August 2022	$162K
July 2022	$166K
June 2022	$169K
May 2022	$167K
April 2022	$161K
March 2022	$154K
February 2022	$146K
January 2022	$144K
2021
December 2021	$145K
November 2021	$145K
October 2021	$146K
September 2021	$147K
August 2021	$149K
July 2021	$149K
June 2021	$150K
May 2021	$154K
April 2021	$147K
March 2021	$141K
February 2021	$140K
January 2021	$138K
2020
December 2020	$141K
November 2020	$139K
October 2020	$142K
September 2020	$140K
August 2020	$139K
July 2020	$141K
June 2020	$139K
May 2020	$141K
April 2020	$134K
March 2020	$133K
February 2020	$126K
January 2020	$121K
2019
December 2019	$114K
November 2019	$114K
October 2019	$117K
September 2019	$96K
August 2019	$97K
July 2019	$105K
June 2019	$113K
May 2019	$117K
April 2019	$117K
March 2019	$115K
February 2019	$110K
January 2019	$111K
2018
December 2018	$110K
November 2018	$115K
October 2018	$114K
September 2018	$115K
August 2018	$116K
July 2018	$114K
June 2018	$114K
May 2018	$115K
April 2018	$115K
March 2018	$119K
February 2018	$119K
January 2018	$121K
2017
December 2017	$110K
November 2017	$106K
October 2017	$100K
September 2017	$105K
August 2017	$98K
July 2017	$97K
June 2017	$93K
May 2017	$91K
April 2017	$96K
March 2017	$98K
February 2017	$92K
January 2017	$91K
2016
December 2016	$90K
November 2016	$88K
October 2016	$89K
September 2016	$88K
August 2016	$88K

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
1245 Sampson St, Des Moines, IA	0.69	Multi-Family Home	$79,000	07/27/26	2	1	986
1613 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA	0.19	Multi-Family Home	$225,000	02/09/26		-	1,408
1424 E 9th St, Des Moines, IA	1.22	Multi-Family Home	$255,000	07/24/26		2	1,920

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
307 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$125,600	2	1	1,048	Off Market
311 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$125,000	3	1	1,082	Off Market
1611 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.12	$146,300	2	1	963	Off Market
1619 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.12	$81,600	3	1	941	Off Market
1606 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$165,200	3	2	1,366	Off Market
1614 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$123,100	3	1	1,246	Off Market
1618 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$148,500	3	1	1,342	Off Market
1626 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$174,000	3	1	1,200	Off Market
1630 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.07	$224,100	2	1	1,042	Off Market
1636 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.08	$137,200	3	1.5	1,384	Off Market

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

Multi-Family

Year Built

1920

Living Area

2,040 sqft

Price/Sqft

$87

About this House

Two-story duplex offering open front porch entry, over 1,000 square feet in each unit, and two (2) bedrooms and full bath in each. PLUS each has their own central air and washer/dryer. A feature valued by the tenants. Property also includes off street parking and metal siding for easy exterior maintenance. Located just East of Capital View Elementary and is accessible to restaurants, gas stations, medical centers, downtown Des Moines, and multiple bus stops. High rental occupancy record as investment.

1600 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a studio, 2 bathroom, 2,040 sqft multi-family in Capitol East, built in 1920. It last sold for $87,000 on Mar 31, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $176,900, with a rent estimate of $1,036/month.

Home Details for 1600 E Walnut St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 12
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2
Appliances & Utilities Refrigerator

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherExterior: Metal

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 2

Lot Information
Lot Area: 4660 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 31, 2017 Source: DMMLS #535666	Sold	$87,000
Jun 8, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$95,000
Oct 17, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$95,000 Price decreased by 3%
Jul 25, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$98,000 Price decreased by 7%
Jun 26, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$105,000
May 1, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$117,000
Oct 9, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$117,000 Price decreased by 11%
May 3, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$132,000
Oct 23, 2001 Source: N/A	Sold	$82,500
Jan 8, 2001 Source: N/A	Sold	$71,500
Mar 17, 1998 Source: N/A	Sold	$42,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,030	$172,200

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

Capitol East

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Buy: $90k - $179k

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Frequently asked questions about 1600 E Walnut St

What is 1600 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1600 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is $176,900.
What is the price history for 1600 E Walnut St?
1600 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $87,000 in March 2017.
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 1600 E Walnut St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1600 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.