1709 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
SOLD
DEC 11, 2025

1709 E Walnut St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 927 sqft

$205,000

Last Sold: Dec 11, 2025
3% over list $200K
$221/sqft

$205,000

Last Sold: Dec 11, 2025
3% over list $200K
$221/sqft
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
927 sqft

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Description

Welcome to this wonderfully updated story-and-a-half home—warm, inviting, and full of charm! Step into the comfortable breezeway, ideal for storage, a small office, or a cozy sitting area—let your imagination decide! The main level features a spacious layout with a comfy living room, a bright kitchen with all appliances included, a dining area perfect for entertaining, and a convenient primary bedroom and bath. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms and another full bath. The dry basement offers plenty of storage space, and the fenced front porch provides a private spot to relax. Out back, you’ll fall in love with the large deck, generous parking area, and oversized two-car garage—complete with space for a basketball hoop and backyard fun. Located near downtown and the Iowa State Fairgrounds, this home offers quick access to the interstate and is just minutes from the suburbs. Updates include a new furnace, garage door, washer, dryer, Nest thermostat, sliding door, lighting, outlets, paint, security system, toilets, and more! Ask about Neighborhood Finance Corporation (NFC) programs that may offer grants or closing cost assistance. For contract purchase options, please get in touch with Contract Exchange for details. This home combines comfort, convenience, and value—don’t miss your chance to make it yours!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 12, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$221/sqft
Listed
148 days ago

Home Details for 1709 E Walnut St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 927 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: Chain Link, Metal, Wood, FullExterior: Fully FencedFoundation: Poured
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1879
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: One and One Half Story
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 04005615000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $200,000Price Per Sqft: $221/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Nov 03 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: 927 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5967.72 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Contract, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 729278Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 250-1155Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-04005615000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Lynette Williamson, (515) 250-1155
Century 21 Signature
Cathy McAulay, (515) 974-9071
Century 21 Signature
Bought with: Sydnee Yetmar, (515) 868-8078, RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#729278

Price History for 1709 E Walnut St

DatePriceEventSource
12/11/2025$205,000Sold
DMMLS #729278
11/03/2025$200,000PendingDMMLS #729278
10/30/2025$200,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #729278
12/16/2020$149,900Sold
DMMLS #616220
10/20/2020$149,900PendingAgent Provided
10/16/2020$149,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/28/2019$985ListingRemovedN/A
03/20/2019$985Listed For RentN/A
01/11/2018$86,500Sold
DMMLS #551397
11/28/2017$90,000PendingAgent Provided
11/22/2017$90,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/15/2002$36,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,558
Assessment$156,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1709 E Walnut St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1714 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$95,000
09/23/25
3
2
1,190
1544 Dean Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$185,000
06/27/25
3
1
1,174
1551 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$218,000
06/30/25
3
1.5
1,097
1807 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$122,500
03/23/26
3
2
840
1804 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$164,900
03/04/26
2
2
1,126
1840 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$210,000
02/17/26
4
2
1,399
1910 Logan Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$140,000
08/29/25
2
1
768
1804 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$168,000
11/26/25
3
1
1,193
1657 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$126,995
09/18/25
2
1
753

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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

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1709 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 927 sqft single-family home built in 1879. 1709 E Walnut St is located in Capitol East, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 1709 E Walnut St was last sold on Dec 11, 2025 for $205,000 (3% higher than the asking price of $200,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 1709 E Walnut St is $206,900.