Is parking easy in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Capitol East, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there are sidewalks

Does Capitol East, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say there's holiday spirit

Do residents of Capitol East, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is a car needed in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say car is needed

Do kids play outside in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say kids play outside

Is Capitol East, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say it's dog friendly

Are neighbors friendly in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are there community events in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say there are community events

Is Capitol East, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say it's quiet

Would people walk alone at night in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Capitol East, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 40% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are the streets well-lit in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Capitol East, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 29% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is there wildlife in Capitol East, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say there's wildlife

What is 1818 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1818 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is $148,300 .

What is the price history for 1818 E Walnut St?

1818 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $62,000 in April 2013.

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 1818 E Walnut St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1818 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 1818 E Walnut St?

The lot at 1818 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.20 acres (8,712 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$148,300

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,389 sqft

1818 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 18, 2013 for $62,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$148K

Since last month

$2K (-1.4%)

Since last year

$4K (-2.4%)

Since last sale

$86K (+139.2%)

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 +105% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$148K
July 2026	$150K
June 2026	$150K
May 2026	$152K
April 2026	$150K
March 2026	$153K
February 2026	$148K
January 2026	$148K
2025
December 2025	$146K
November 2025	$151K
October 2025	$149K
September 2025	$153K
August 2025	$152K
July 2025	$155K
June 2025	$147K
May 2025	$143K
April 2025	$138K
March 2025	$136K
February 2025	$133K
January 2025	$129K
2024
December 2024	$129K
November 2024	$138K
October 2024	$145K
September 2024	$145K
August 2024	$149K
July 2024	$151K
June 2024	$150K
May 2024	$157K
April 2024	$155K
March 2024	$152K
February 2024	$146K
January 2024	$142K
2023
December 2023	$143K
November 2023	$142K
October 2023	$146K
September 2023	$146K
August 2023	$147K
July 2023	$151K
June 2023	$149K
May 2023	$150K
April 2023	$145K
March 2023	$140K
February 2023	$133K
January 2023	$132K
2022
December 2022	$133K
November 2022	$136K
October 2022	$140K
September 2022	$143K
August 2022	$144K
July 2022	$150K
June 2022	$153K
May 2022	$153K
April 2022	$145K
March 2022	$140K
February 2022	$134K
January 2022	$132K
2021
December 2021	$134K
November 2021	$134K
October 2021	$129K
September 2021	$131K
August 2021	$132K
July 2021	$134K
June 2021	$136K
May 2021	$140K
April 2021	$141K
March 2021	$138K
February 2021	$138K
January 2021	$123K
2020
December 2020	$116K
November 2020	$117K
October 2020	$109K
September 2020	$120K
August 2020	$130K
July 2020	$127K
June 2020	$123K
May 2020	$109K
April 2020	$110K
March 2020	$111K
February 2020	$109K
January 2020	$107K
2019
December 2019	$105K
November 2019	$105K
October 2019	$100K
September 2019	$101K
August 2019	$94K
July 2019	$87K
June 2019	$86K
May 2019	$91K
April 2019	$91K
March 2019	$86K
February 2019	$87K
January 2019	$88K
2018
December 2018	$85K
November 2018	$84K
October 2018	$78K
September 2018	$79K
August 2018	$77K
July 2018	$73K
June 2018	$75K
May 2018	$65K
April 2018	$57K
March 2018	$58K
February 2018	$54K
January 2018	$54K
2017
December 2017	$68K
November 2017	$69K
October 2017	$68K
September 2017	$73K
August 2017	$68K
July 2017	$66K
June 2017	$65K
May 2017	$65K
April 2017	$69K
March 2017	$68K
February 2017	$71K
January 2017	$70K
2016
December 2016	$68K
November 2016	$69K
October 2016	$72K
September 2016	$71K
August 2016	$72K

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
1920 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA	0.12	Single-Family Home	$100,000	04/14/26	3	1	1,353
1711 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.17	Single-Family Home	$150,000	11/19/25	2	2	1,380
2130 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA	0.38	Single-Family Home	$150,000	04/14/26	3	2	1,440

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
1820 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$179,000	2	2	905	For Sale
1824 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$155,700	2	1	999	Off Market
1842 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$171,000	3	2	1,052	Off Market
1848 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$118,700	2	1	1,392	Off Market
1850 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$137,300	2	1	872	Off Market
1854 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$193,100	5	2	2,784	Off Market
1810 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$134,900	2	1	592	For Sale
1808 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$187,000	5	2	1,934	Off Market
1806 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$152,300	2	1	916	Off Market
1804 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$115,700	2	1	802	Off Market
1447 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.48	$161,400	3	1	1,716	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1906

Living Area

1,389 sqft

Price/Sqft

$107

About this House

Three bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths with mechanicals updated. New furnace, water heater, AC to be installed, new plumbing, brand new deck. Home has enclosed porch with new windows that open and close for evening breeze. Ample bedrooms, huge kitchen, dining room & living room. Has some Victorian-style staircase and window by entrance. An excellent opportunity for a $60,000 price! Call for a private showing!

1818 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,389 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1906. It last sold for $62,000 on Apr 18, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $148,300, with a rent estimate of $1,588/month.

Home Details for 1818 E Walnut St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Carpet

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Composition

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1906
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8498 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 18, 2013 Source: DMMLS #410614	Sold	$62,000
Dec 28, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$60,000
Aug 16, 2012 Source: DMMLS #397172	Sold	$13,500
May 12, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$20,900
Apr 7, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$20,900
Mar 7, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$20,900
Jan 5, 2012 Source: N/A	Sold	$35,010
Sep 14, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$72,500
Dec 29, 1998 Source: N/A	Sold	$16,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,296	$87,300

Additional Cost

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

Capitol View Elementary School
PK-5
Public
532 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
my son has been at this school 3 years now. He will not be returning after this year. his reading levels are not advancing as they should. too many students in one class. ifeel like they are just pushing him thru.
Parent Review
8y ago
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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

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Frequently asked questions about 1818 E Walnut St

What is 1818 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1818 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is $148,300.
What is the price history for 1818 E Walnut St?
1818 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $62,000 in April 2013.
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 1818 E Walnut St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1818 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 1818 E Walnut St?
The lot at 1818 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.20 acres (8,712 sq ft).