1817 E Walnut St
Des Moines, IA 50316
Capitol East- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 792 sqft
$118,500
as of Aug 14, 2026
$118,500
as of Aug 14, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
792 sqft
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$119KSince last month
Increased$1K (+0.9%)Since last year
Increased$8K (+6.9%)Since last sale
Increased$94K (+408.3%)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 +75% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $117K |
| July 2026 | $116K |
| June 2026 | $116K |
| May 2026 | $120K |
| April 2026 | $115K |
| March 2026 | $115K |
| February 2026 | $110K |
| January 2026 | $107K |
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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 |
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0.14 | Single-Family Home | $100,000 | 04/14/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,353 | |
0.53 | Single-Family Home | $35,000 | 02/19/26 | 2 | 1 | 752 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $89,000 | 07/08/26 | 2 | 1 | 891 | |
0.51 | Single-Family Home | $50,000 | 06/05/26 | 2 | 1 | 768 |
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 |
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0.01 | $164,300 | 2 | 1 | 792 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $141,800 | 2 | 1 | 768 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $136,400 | 2 | 1 | 792 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $138,500 | 2 | 1 | 768 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $130,100 | 2 | 1 | 768 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $115,600 | 2 | 1 | 864 | Off Market | |
0.01 | $145,100 | 2 | 1 | 792 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $122,500 | 3 | 2 | 840 | Recently Sold | |
0.04 | $117,500 | 1 | 1 | 896 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $150,200 | 3 | 1 | 972 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $147,500 | 3 | 2 | 1,562 | Off Market | |
0.12 | $139,900 | 2 | 1 | 768 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1922
Living Area
792 sqft
Price/Sqft
$150
Parking
Garage
About this House
This single-family home is located at 1817 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA. 1817 E Walnut St is in the Capitol East neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 792 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 8537 sqft and was built in 1922.
1817 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 792 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1922. It last sold for $23,000 on Dec 10, 1989. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $118,500, with a rent estimate of $1,171/month.
Home Details for 1817 E Walnut St
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Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5 |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1 |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Metal |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1922 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split entry |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 8537 sqft |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Dec 10, 1989 Source: N/A | Sold | $23,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $1,420 | $111,100 |
Home facts updated by county records
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
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 1817 E Walnut St
- What is 1817 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 1817 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is $118,500.
- What is the price history for 1817 E Walnut St?1817 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $23,000 in December 1989.
- 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 1817 E Walnut St have air conditioning?Yes, 1817 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 1817 E Walnut St?The lot at 1817 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.20 acres (8,537 sq ft).