1657 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

$65,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,344 sqft

1657 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316

M.L. King Jr. Park
Est. Refi. Payment $516/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 6, 2025 for $65,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$65.7K
Since last month
Increased$600 (+0.9%)
Since last year
Increased$600 (+0.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$700 (+1.1%)
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 +66% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$66K
August 2026$65K
July 2026$65K
June 2026$65K
May 2026$65K
April 2026$65K
March 2026$65K
February 2026$65K
January 2026$65K
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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
1824 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$129,000
08/14/26
3
2
1,097
1218 McCormick St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$265,000
10/09/25
3
2.5
1,324
1719 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$55,000
10/24/25
2
1
681
1236 Stewart St, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$155,000
01/16/26
2
2
768
1241 E 17th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$80,000
06/26/26
2
1
742
1245 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$277,000
05/07/26
3
2
1,285
1533 Walker St, Des Moines, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$257,500
09/26/25
3
2
864
1516 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$273,000
08/28/26
3
2
1,120
1843 Walker St, Des Moines, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$80,000
07/30/26
2
1
1,085
1211 Sampson St, Des Moines, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$115,000
07/10/26
3
1
1,092

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
1636 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.07
$143,500
1
1
616
Off Market
1622 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.13
$123,800
3
1
648
Off Market
1527 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.16
$273,100
3
2
1,120
Off Market
1539 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.16
$272,800
3
2
1,120
Off Market
1744 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.13
$136,100
2
1
704
Off Market
1645 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.16
$106,700
3
1
1,307
Off Market
1211 Sampson St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.17
$115,000
3
1
1,092
Recently Sold
1533 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.18
$241,800
3
2
864
Off Market
1213 Sampson St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.18
$115,000
3
1
1,092
Recently Sold
1217 E 17th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.17
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1607 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.18
$158,300
3
1.5
1,155
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

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
1,344 sqft
$49/sqft

About this House

What's unique:Full basementNice yard
Investment Property!!! Located close to Williams Football Stadium and East High. This 2 story has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. Each floor has a kitchenette. Full basement. Good rental potential or flip. Sold AS IS condition. Back to I-235 with a nice yard.
1657 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,344 sqft single-family home in M.L. King Jr. Park, built in 1900. It last sold for $65,000 on Aug 6, 2025 (13% below the $75,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $65,700, with a rent estimate of $1,509/month.
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by JAMIE SMITH, (515) 453-6330
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Bought with: Mariela Mendoza, (515) 612-3389, Keller Williams Realty GDM
Co-Buyer's Agent: Junior Ibarra, (515) 497-8133, Keller Williams Realty GDM
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#720256

Home Details for 1657 Walker St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1344 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: Two

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleOther Structures: StorageExterior: StorageFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story
Property Information
Parcel Number: 040/05381001000 & 040/05380002000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $75,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jun 18 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1344 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4660.92 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 720256Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 515-453-6330Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-04005381001000 & 04005380002000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 6, 2025
Source: DMMLS #720256
Sold
$65,000
Jun 18, 2025
Source: DMMLS #720256
Pending
$75,000
Jun 13, 2025
Source: DMMLS #720256
Listed For Sale
$75,000
Feb 5, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$0
Jan 9, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$0

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$214K
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$192
$1MoM
Available listings
1060
36MoM

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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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Frequently asked questions about 1657 Walker St

  • What is 1657 Walker St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1657 Walker St in Des Moines, IA is $65,700.
  • What is the price history for 1657 Walker St?
    1657 Walker St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $65,000 in August 2025.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 1657 Walker St?
    The lot at 1657 Walker St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.11 acres (4,661 sq ft).

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