1658 E  Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

$201,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,343 sqft

1658 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East
Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 27, 2024 for $167,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$201K
Since last month
Increased$12K (+6.2%)
Since last year
Increased$33K (+19.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$34K (+20.1%)
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 +450% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$201K
July 2026$190K
June 2026$182K
May 2026$170K
April 2026$169K
March 2026$168K
February 2026$168K
January 2026$167K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
0.16
Multi-Family Home
$199,000
10/31/25
4
3
1,768
0.95
Multi-Family Home
$285,000
09/19/25
6
4
2,041
1.04
Multi-Family Home
$110,000
06/24/26
6
2
3,024
0.21
Multi-Family Home
$225,000
02/09/26
-
1,408
1.28
Multi-Family Home
$255,000
07/23/26
4
2
1,920
1.03
Multi-Family Home
$206,000
11/24/25
3
1,621
1.61
Multi-Family Home
$234,500
05/11/26
4
2
1,420
1.72
Multi-Family Home
$240,000
05/29/26
4
2
1,420

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
0.05
$95,400
3
2
1,190
Off Market
0.02
$125,200
2
1
753
Off Market
0.05
$205,000
3
1.5
927
Recently Sold
0.05
$228,000
4
2
1,978
Recently Sold
0.08
$236,200
6
2
1,988
Off Market
0.08
$185,200
3
2
1,127
Off Market
0.10
$328,100
3
3
2,667
Off Market
0.07
$174,000
3
1
1,200
Off Market
0.11
$82,500
3
1.5
1,252
Off Market
0.08
$126,200
2
1
1,011
Off Market
0.10
$126,000
2
1
720
Recently Sold

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
1900
Living Area
2,343 sqft
Price/Sqft
$86

About this House

Great investment opportunity! This building offers two 2 bed, 1 bath units, and one 1 bed, 1 bath unit for a total of 3 units.
1658 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,343 sqft multi-family in Capitol East, built in 1900. It last sold for $167,500 on Nov 27, 2024 (2% above the $165,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $201,200, with a rent estimate of $1,090/month.
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Sam Yoder, (515) 350-6522
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with: MARTHA T. LEBRON DYKEMAN, BHHS First Realty Westown
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#706169

Home Details for 1658 E Walnut St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Main Level Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2343 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,GasAir Conditioning: See RemarksHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Metal RubberFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 3

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Multi Family, ApartmentStructure Type: Apartment, Multi FamilyArchitecture: Apartment,Multi Family
Building
Construction Materials: Metal Siding, StoneAttached To Another StructureDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 04005551000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $165,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Oct 21 2024

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: 2343 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3005.64 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 706169Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 350-6522Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-04005551000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 27, 2024
Source: DMMLS #706169
Sold
$167,500
Oct 21, 2024
Source: DMMLS #706169
Pending
$165,000
Oct 18, 2024
Source: DMMLS #706169
Listed For Sale
$165,000
Sep 7, 2023
Source: N/A
Sold
$60,000
May 30, 2014
Source: DMMLS #436339
Sold
$33,000

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$215K
$3.57K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$0
MoM
Available listings
1022
12
MoM

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Paula Cuffee
    "You wouldnโ€™t like how it seems everybody has a dog in the neighborhood, it wouldnโ€™t be a quiet walk."

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Frequently asked questions about 1658 E Walnut St

  • What is 1658 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1658 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is $201,200.
  • What is the price history for 1658 E Walnut St?
    1658 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $167,500 in November 2024.
  • 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.

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