1742 E  Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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$140,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 15, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,154 sqft

1742 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1902

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

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Home Details for 1742 E Walnut St

Days on Market

Days on Market: 46 days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1902
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5662.8 sqft

Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

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."

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
$1
MoM
Available listings
1060
36
MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$141K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-1.8%)
Since last year
Decreased$11K (-7.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$29K (+25.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +136% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$141K
August 2026$143K
July 2026$143K
June 2026$143K
May 2026$144K
April 2026$143K
March 2026$152K
February 2026$152K
January 2026$152K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
0.02
$152,700
3
1
1,345
Off Market
0.01
$328,000
3
3
2,667
Off Market
0.02
$132,900
2
1
1,111
Off Market
0.03
$133,600
4
2
1,353
Off Market
0.04
$207,400
4
3
1,740
Off Market
0.05
$149,600
3
1
1,724
Off Market
0.04
$93,100
3
1.5
1,252
Off Market
0.04
$96,800
2
1
711
Off Market
0.05
$83,300
2
1
1,052
Off Market
0.06
$94,200
2
2
778
Off Market
0.06
$77,200
3
1
1,034
Off Market
0.06
$136,800
3
1
1,369
Off Market

Price and Tax history

YearProperty taxTax assessment
2025
$2,034
$129,700
Home facts updated by county records

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Frequently asked questions about 1742 E Walnut St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1742 E Walnut St?
    Based on a $140,700 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1742 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is approximately $1,020 (about $768 principal & interest, $177 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1742 E Walnut St compare to homes in Des Moines?
    1742 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is listed at $140,700, about 34% below the $214K median sale price in Des Moines.
  • What are the closest schools to 1742 E Walnut St?
    The closest schools to 1742 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA are Capitol View Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 2/10), East High School (rated 3/10), Hiatt Middle School (rated 3/10).
  • What is 1742 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1742 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is $140,700.
  • How big is the lot at 1742 E Walnut St?
    The lot at 1742 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.13 acres (5,663 sq ft).
1742 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,154 sqft single-family home built in 1902. 1742 E Walnut St is located in Capitol East, Des Moines. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Auction.com 1 on Jul 31, 2026.