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 1917 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1917 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is $257,600 .

What is the price history for 1917 E Walnut St?

1917 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $238,000 in November 2024.

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.

How big is the lot at 1917 E Walnut St?

The lot at 1917 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,403 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$257,600

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,158 sqft

1917 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 22, 2024 for $238,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$258K

Since last month

$3K (+1.3%)

Since last year

$21K (+8.6%)

Since last sale

$22K (+9.3%)

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 +9% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$260K
August 2026	$258K
July 2026	$257K
June 2026	$246K
May 2026	$242K
April 2026	$240K
March 2026	$238K
February 2026	$239K
January 2026	$237K
2025
December 2025	$239K
November 2025	$236K
October 2025	$236K
September 2025	$238K
August 2025	$239K
July 2025	$240K
June 2025	$240K
May 2025	$241K
April 2025	$239K

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	-	-	3	1.5	1,353
2130 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$150,000	04/14/26	3	2	1,440

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
1913 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$169,900	2	1.5	922	For Sale
1920 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$189,900	3	1.5	1,353	For Sale
1820 Logan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.12	$136,900	2	1	768	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 2024

1,158 sqft

$222/sqft

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1917 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA. 1917 E Walnut St is in the Capitol East neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 1,158 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6403 sqft and was built in 2024.

1917 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,158 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 2024. It last sold for $238,000 on Nov 22, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $257,600, with a rent estimate of $2,047/month.

Home Details for 1917 E Walnut St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2024
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6403 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Nov 22, 2024 Source: N/A	Sold	$238,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$212	$247,200

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$214K

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$192

$1MoM

Available listings

1060

36MoM

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
4 Reviews

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Paula Cuffee
Resident
11mo ago
"You wouldn’t like how it seems everybody has a dog in the neighborhood, it wouldn’t be a quiet walk."
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Frequently asked questions about 1917 E Walnut St

What is 1917 E Walnut St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1917 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is $257,600.
What is the price history for 1917 E Walnut St?
1917 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $238,000 in November 2024.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
How big is the lot at 1917 E Walnut St?
The lot at 1917 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,403 sq ft).