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 247 E 19th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 247 E 19th St in Des Moines, IA is $195,300 .

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 247 E 19th St?

The closest schools to 247 E 19th St 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).

How big is the lot at 247 E 19th St?

The lot at 247 E 19th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.19 acres (8,189 sq ft).

Does 247 E 19th St have a garage?

Yes, 247 E 19th St in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$195,300

Trulia Estimate

Studio

247 E 19th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$195K

Since last month

$29K (+16.6%)

Since last year

$53K (+35.4%)

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 +49% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$203K
July 2026	$174K
June 2026	$187K
May 2026	$201K
April 2026	$145K
March 2026	$153K
February 2026	$146K
January 2026	$184K
2025
December 2025	$189K
November 2025	$158K
October 2025	$141K
September 2025	$150K
August 2025	$150K
July 2025	$140K
June 2025	$164K
May 2025	$172K
April 2025	$157K
March 2025	$149K
February 2025	$155K
January 2025	$182K
2024
December 2024	$181K
November 2024	$188K
October 2024	$135K
September 2024	$123K
August 2024	$134K
July 2024	$131K
June 2024	$132K
May 2024	$133K
April 2024	$133K
March 2024	$149K
February 2024	$123K
January 2024	$121K
2023
December 2023	$150K
November 2023	$143K
October 2023	$155K
September 2023	$128K
August 2023	$116K
July 2023	$128K
June 2023	$136K

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	0.10	Single-Family Home	-	-	3	1.5	1,353
2048 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$89,000	07/08/26	2	1	891
1711 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.30	Single-Family Home	$150,000	11/19/25	2	2	1,380

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	0.06	$169,900	2	1.5	922	For Sale
1920 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.10	$189,900	3	1.5	1,353	For Sale
1820 Logan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.10	$135,700	2	1	768	Off Market

Local Information

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Property Type

Single-Family Home

Parking

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 247 E 19th St, Des Moines, IA. 247 E 19th St is in the Capitol East neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has a lot size of 8189 sqft.

247 E 19th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a studio single-family home in Capitol East. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $195,300, with a rent estimate of $1,546/month.

Home Details for 247 E 19th St

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8189 sqft

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$470	$26,700

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
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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

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 247 E 19th St

What is 247 E 19th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 247 E 19th St in Des Moines, IA is $195,300.
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 247 E 19th St?
The closest schools to 247 E 19th St 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).
How big is the lot at 247 E 19th St?
The lot at 247 E 19th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.19 acres (8,189 sq ft).
Does 247 E 19th St have a garage?
Yes, 247 E 19th St in Des Moines, IA has a garage.