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 1614 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1614 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is $121,700 .

What is the price history for 1614 E Walnut St?

1614 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $49,500 in December 2007.

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 1614 E Walnut St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1614 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1614 E Walnut St?

The lot at 1614 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.28 acres (11,979 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$121,700

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,246 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

1614 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 19, 2007 for $49,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$122K

Since last month

$1K (+1.2%)

Since last year

$6K (+4.8%)

Since last sale

$74K (+148.7%)

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 +79% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$123K
July 2026	$122K
June 2026	$122K
May 2026	$126K
April 2026	$121K
March 2026	$122K
February 2026	$115K
January 2026	$116K
2025
December 2025	$114K
November 2025	$116K
October 2025	$118K
September 2025	$118K
August 2025	$118K
July 2025	$122K
June 2025	$106K
May 2025	$103K
April 2025	$100K
March 2025	$97K
February 2025	$91K
January 2025	$91K
2024
December 2024	$92K
November 2024	$95K
October 2024	$105K
September 2024	$103K
August 2024	$108K
July 2024	$116K
June 2024	$118K
May 2024	$123K
April 2024	$120K
March 2024	$116K
February 2024	$106K
January 2024	$105K
2023
December 2023	$107K
November 2023	$112K
October 2023	$110K
September 2023	$109K
August 2023	$112K
July 2023	$113K
June 2023	$117K
May 2023	$118K
April 2023	$113K
March 2023	$109K
February 2023	$105K
January 2023	$109K
2022
December 2022	$108K
November 2022	$108K
October 2022	$110K
September 2022	$113K
August 2022	$114K
July 2022	$119K
June 2022	$123K
May 2022	$121K
April 2022	$111K
March 2022	$98K
February 2022	$82K
January 2022	$82K
2021
December 2021	$82K
November 2021	$85K
October 2021	$88K
September 2021	$88K
August 2021	$91K
July 2021	$96K
June 2021	$103K
May 2021	$114K
April 2021	$114K
March 2021	$115K
February 2021	$114K
January 2021	$109K
2020
December 2020	$106K
November 2020	$98K
October 2020	$98K
September 2020	$96K
August 2020	$96K
July 2020	$91K
June 2020	$83K
May 2020	$81K
April 2020	$83K
March 2020	$84K
February 2020	$84K
January 2020	$84K
2019
December 2019	$88K
November 2019	$90K
October 2019	$88K
September 2019	$91K
August 2019	$92K
July 2019	$102K
June 2019	$97K
May 2019	$92K
April 2019	$92K
March 2019	$92K
February 2019	$86K
January 2019	$85K
2018
December 2018	$86K
November 2018	$85K
October 2018	$87K
September 2018	$84K
August 2018	$81K
July 2018	$74K
June 2018	$81K
May 2018	$75K
April 2018	$79K
March 2018	$80K
February 2018	$80K
January 2018	$83K
2017
December 2017	$86K
November 2017	$83K
October 2017	$78K
September 2017	$77K
August 2017	$78K
July 2017	$72K
June 2017	$69K
May 2017	$74K
April 2017	$64K
March 2017	$68K
February 2017	$65K
January 2017	$62K
2016
December 2016	$60K
November 2016	$60K
October 2016	$65K
September 2016	$65K
August 2016	$69K

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
1612 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.20	Single-Family Home	$91,500	05/05/26	3	1	1,122
208 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA	0.19	Single-Family Home	$75,000	02/23/26	2	1	1,037
1920 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA	0.39	Single-Family Home	$100,000	04/14/26	3	1	1,353
1503 E Vine St, Des Moines, IA	0.34	Single-Family Home	$50,000	06/05/26	2	1	768
1711 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.18	Single-Family Home	$150,000	11/19/25	2	2	1,380

Home facts updated by county records

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
1606 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$165,200	3	2	1,366	Off Market
1600 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$174,300	Studio	2	2,040	Off Market
307 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$125,600	2	1	1,048	Off Market
311 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$124,100	3	1	1,082	Off Market
1611 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.11	$145,300	2	1	963	Off Market
1618 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$146,900	3	1	1,342	Off Market
1626 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$170,200	3	1	1,200	Off Market
1630 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$220,900	2	1	1,042	Off Market
1636 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$137,200	3	1.5	1,384	Off Market
1640 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$100,900	4	1	1,104	Off Market
1644 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.07	$141,000	4	2	1,122	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1885

Lot Size

0.28 acres

Living Area

1,246 sqft

Price/Sqft

$98

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1614 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA. 1614 E Walnut St is in the Capitol East neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,246 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.28 acres and was built in 1885.

1614 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,246 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1885. It last sold for $49,500 on Dec 19, 2007. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $121,700, with a rent estimate of $1,420/month.

Home Details for 1614 E Walnut St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Metal

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1885
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split entry

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Dec 19, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$49,500
Jan 3, 2002 Source: N/A	Sold	$43,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,038	$116,000

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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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 1614 E Walnut St

What is 1614 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1614 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is $121,700.
What is the price history for 1614 E Walnut St?
1614 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $49,500 in December 2007.
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 1614 E Walnut St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1614 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1614 E Walnut St?
The lot at 1614 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.28 acres (11,979 sq ft).