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 201 E 16th Ct estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 201 E 16th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $318,600 .

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.

What are the closest schools to 201 E 16th Ct?

The closest schools to 201 E 16th Ct in Des Moines, IA are Capitol View Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 2/10), East High School (rated 3/10), Hiatt Middle School (rated 3/10).

OFF MARKET

$318,600

Trulia Estimate

Studio
3,269 sqft (on 0.40 acres)

201 E 16th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

Refinance Your Home

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$319K

Since last month

$6K (+2%)

Since last year

$14K (-4.2%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +6% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$319K
July 2026	$313K
June 2026	$313K
May 2026	$303K
April 2026	$303K
March 2026	$362K
February 2026	$346K
January 2026	$354K
2025
December 2025	$370K
November 2025	$350K
October 2025	$364K
September 2025	$337K
August 2025	$333K
July 2025	$318K
June 2025	$325K
May 2025	$313K
April 2025	$300K

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
1613 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA	0.37	Multi-Family Home	$225,000	02/09/26		-	1,408
1418 E 9th St, Des Moines, IA	1.39	Multi-Family Home	$290,000	03/26/26		-	3,710
1245 Sampson St, Des Moines, IA	0.86	Multi-Family Home	$79,000	07/27/26	2	1	986
1424 E 9th St, Des Moines, IA	1.41	Multi-Family Home	$255,000	07/24/26		2	1,920
2936 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA	1.58	Multi-Family Home	$215,000	03/13/26		-	2,224

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 201 E 16th Ct.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Multi-Family

Year Built

1977

Lot Size

0.4 acres

Living Area

3,269 sqft

Price/Sqft

$97

About this House

This multi-family home is located at 201 E 16th Ct, Des Moines, IA. 201 E 16th Ct is in the Capitol East neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has approximately 3,269 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.40 acres and was built in 1977.

201 E 16th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a studio, 3,269 sqft multi-family in Capitol East, built in 1977. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $318,600, with a rent estimate of $918/month.

Home Details for 201 E 16th Ct

Interior Features
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 1
Heating & Cooling Air Conditioning

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Built UpExterior: Other, ShingleFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1977Year Updated: 2018
Property Type / Style Property Type: Multi Family

Community
Units in Building: 3

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.40 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	Unavailable	$256,000

Home facts updated by county records

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
4 Reviews

View nearby schools on GreatSchools

The GreatSchools Rating compares schools on a variety of school quality indicators including test scores, college readiness, equity and more. Learn more.

Neighborhood Overview

Capitol East

11 Homes For You
Buy: $90k - $179k

See Local Highlights

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

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."
0
Flag

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Frequently asked questions about 201 E 16th Ct

What is 201 E 16th Ct estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 201 E 16th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $318,600.
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.
What are the closest schools to 201 E 16th Ct?
The closest schools to 201 E 16th Ct in Des Moines, IA are Capitol View Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 2/10), East High School (rated 3/10), Hiatt Middle School (rated 3/10).