1902 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

1902 E Walnut St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,896 sqft

$232,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026

$232,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,896 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$233K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$1K (-0.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$55K (+30.8%)
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 +102% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$233K
July 2026$235K
June 2026$234K
May 2026$235K
April 2026$233K
March 2026$231K
February 2026$230K
January 2026$227K
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
1920 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$100,000
04/14/26
3
1
1,353
1711 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$150,000
11/19/25
2
2
1,380
2130 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$150,000
04/14/26
3
2
1,440
Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1904 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.01
$202,000
3
2
1,092
Off Market
1908 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.02
$232,500
3
2
1,060
Off Market
1914 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$148,700
2
1
864
Off Market
1920 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.04
$100,000
3
1
1,353
Recently Sold
1922 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
-
-
2
1,562
Off Market
1933 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.07
$129,400
2
1
768
Off Market
1854 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.02
$190,700
5
2
2,784
Off Market
1850 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$137,300
2
1
872
Off Market
1848 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.04
$121,700
2
1
1,392
Off Market
1842 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$170,400
3
2
1,052
Off Market
1824 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.07
$155,700
2
1
999
Off Market
1820 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.09
$179,000
2
2
905
For Sale

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
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1885
Living Area
1,896 sqft
Price/Sqft
$123

About this House

Beautifully updated Turn of the Century 2 Story located on East Walnut in Des Moines. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths with approximately 1,900 s/f finished and lower level storage. Nice private .195/ac fenced in corner lot with mature trees and landscape. Front covered porch leads to main floor amenities including formal living, formal dining, updated kitchen with SS appliances and Corian countertops, remodeled 1/2 bath, study/den and laundry with stack washer/dryer. Upstairs bedrooms with newer carpet share a remodeled full bath with tile and glass block shower, double vanity with Corian and jet soaking tub. Newer mechanicals and new windows Don't miss this opportunity, easy access to major roads and freeway. Close proximity to multiple dining and entertainment venues.
1902 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,896 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1885. It last sold for $178,000 on Sep 24, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $232,800, with a rent estimate of $1,791/month.

Home Details for 1902 E Walnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Laminate
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Metal
Pool
Pool

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1885Year Updated: 2020
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8500 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 24, 2020
Source: DMMLS #611356
Sold
$178,000
Aug 14, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$179,900
Aug 5, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$179,900
Aug 31, 2018
Source: DMMLS #563957
Sold
$141,000
Jul 30, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$149,400

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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
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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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Frequently asked questions about 1902 E Walnut St

  • What is 1902 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1902 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is $232,800.
  • What is the price history for 1902 E Walnut St?
    1902 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $178,000 in September 2020.
  • 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 1902 E Walnut St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1902 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1902 E Walnut St have a pool?
    Yes, 1902 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA has a pool.