1908 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET

1908 E Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 952 sqft

$146,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,015/mo*
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$146,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,015/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
1 Bath
952 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$147K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.8%)
Since last year
Decreased$300 (-0.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$71K (+94.3%)
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 +92% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$147K
July 2026$148K
June 2026$146K
May 2026$141K
April 2026$140K
March 2026$141K
February 2026$133K
January 2026$140K
2025
2024
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2021
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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
1920 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$100,000
04/14/26
3
1
1,353
2048 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$89,000
07/08/26
2
1
891
2146 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$99,000
02/02/26
3
1
1,456
Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1922 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.02
$138,500
2
1
865
Off Market
1919 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$116,500
2
2
1,259
Off Market
1917 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$134,600
3
1
1,010
Off Market
1915 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$141,000
2
1
864
Off Market
1911 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$145,900
3
3
1,042
Off Market
1905 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$137,900
3
1
814
Off Market
1906 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.01
$163,300
3
1
1,450
Off Market
1844 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$181,000
4
3
1,856
Off Market
508 E 19th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$137,200
3
1
1,015
Off Market
1840 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.06
$157,000
2
1
1,004
Off Market
1838 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.07
$182,800
3
1
1,106
Off Market
1836 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.08
$149,300
2
3
1,708
Off Market

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
1906
Living Area
952 sqft
Price/Sqft
$154
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1908 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA. 1908 E Grand Ave is in the Capitol East neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 952 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6490 sqft and was built in 1906.
1908 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 952 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1906. It last sold for $75,500 on Feb 3, 2006. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $146,700, with a rent estimate of $1,341/month.

Home Details for 1908 E Grand Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Other
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

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: 6490 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 3, 2006
Source: N/A
Sold
$75,500
Jun 20, 2005
Source: N/A
Sold
$61,259
Jul 3, 2002
Source: N/A
Sold
$52,000
Oct 29, 2001
Source: N/A
Sold
$50,621
Dec 17, 1999
Source: N/A
Sold
$60,500

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 1908 E Grand Ave

  • What is 1908 E Grand Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1908 E Grand Ave in Des Moines, IA is $146,700.
  • What is the price history for 1908 E Grand Ave?
    1908 E Grand Ave in Des Moines, IA last sold for $75,500 in February 2006.
  • 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 1908 E Grand Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1908 E Grand Ave in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 1908 E Grand Ave?
    The lot at 1908 E Grand Ave in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,490 sq ft).