2537 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50317
SOLD
DEC 12, 2025

2537 E Walnut St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Fairground
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,499 sqft

$206,000

Last Sold: Dec 12, 2025
3% below list $212K
$137/sqft

$206,000

Last Sold: Dec 12, 2025
3% below list $212K
$137/sqft
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,499 sqft

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Description

Charming Folk Victorian in the NFC area!

Step into this fully updated two-story home that blends classic character with everyday comfort. The steep gable roofline, welcoming front porch, and spacious layout reflect the timeless Folk Victorian style that gives this home its charm. Inside, you will find three generous bedrooms upstairs and plenty of living space for gathering, working, or unwinding. The private backyard is perfect for pets, gardening, or simply enjoying Iowa's four seasons.

Even better? This home is located within the Neighborhood Finance Corporation lending area, which may provide qualified buyers access to down payment assistance and home improvement funds....with huge bonuses for building equity and making this space your own.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 12, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$137/sqft
Listed
148 days ago

Home Details for 2537 E Walnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1499 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Stove, WasherDishwasherMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Tile
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: Wood, FullExterior: Fully FencedFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 30

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story,Square Design
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 05001917000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $212,000Price Per Sqft: $137/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Nov 11 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1499 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7361.64 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 728138Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 556-2310Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-05001917000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by M. Beth Van Zee, (515) 556-2310
LPT Realty, LLC
Ray, Dan, (248) 930-3156
LPT Realty, LLC
Bought with: OUTSIDE AGENT, OTHER
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#728138

Price History for 2537 E Walnut St

DatePriceEventSource
12/12/2025$206,000Sold
DMMLS #728138
11/11/2025$212,000PendingDMMLS #728138
10/27/2025$212,000PriceChange
DMMLS #728138
10/10/2025$219,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #728138
09/03/2024$92,000Sold
DMMLS #699514
08/01/2024$90,000PendingDMMLS #699514
07/19/2024$90,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #699514
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,152
Assessment$122,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2537 E Walnut St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2540 Logan Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$167,000
03/13/26
4
2
1,696
2433 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$233,444
04/15/26
3
2
1,269
2433 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$237,000
06/27/25
3
2
1,207
2425 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$238,000
09/12/25
3
2
1,224
2529 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$192,000
09/10/25
3
2
1,393
2524 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$211,000
04/16/26
3
1
1,071

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Neighborhood Overview

Fairground
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What Locals Say about Fairground

At least 34 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 76 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 74 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 62 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 50 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 46 % Say there's wildlife

  • 36 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 35 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say it's quiet

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Bailee Huddleson
    "I have had multiple encounters with my neighbors. They remain friendly and keep to themselves. Every once in awhile you will someone walking around that looks a little sus but I’ve had a good experience for the most part. "
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  • Trulia User
    "that the area is safe for their kids to live in and that it people and that their kids don't have too much to worry about in their neighborhood around their home or at school "
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  • Sue C.
    "We are friendly with several of our neighbors, we have BBQ'S or have snacks with a few of them. They look out for our place, as we look out for theirs. We definitely watch the "druggies" that come and go from one house across the alley from us."
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  • Sue C.
    "I've lived here for almost 3 years with a friend. It's a crowded house, but we all love this neighborhood. There was only a few incidents that had me concerned, but they seem to have been isolated. Neighbors tend to look out for each other here, like the old days."
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  • Susan C.
    "It's a nice quiet neighborhood with lots of dogs all around. Some outside in fenced yards, and some inside. Some being walked around by their owners. There are sidewalks to walk on."
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  • Leavinalegacy
    "Iowa State Fairgrounds is close by, which also houses events year round, such as flea markets, car shows, etc. "
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  • Mercedesericasix
    "Dogs in the neighborhood more than most. It is probably the oldest area in Des Moines so the houses aren't brand new but many have been updated and look beautiful"
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  • Julie S.
    "The commute is easy especially if you work downtown. There is great access to I-235 and I-80. West Des Moines and Clive area 15 minutes."
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  • Susan C.
    "I've been living here for over a year (with a friend), and have enjoyed it here. We are close to the stores and restaurants, and the Iowa State Fairgrounds. It's nice sitting out on the deck at night, other than the cars speeding down the street. "
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  • Susan C.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood, at my friend's house, for over a year, now. It is a very nice, kind, friendly neighborhood. "
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  • Susan C.
    "I have lived here, thanks to our friend for taking us in, for just about a year. It seems to be very friendly, and close to stores and restaurants. And is also close to the Iowa State Fairgrounds. "
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  • Susan C.
    "I've live here with our friend for about a year. It is a friendly neighborhood. It is very close to a lot of things, including the Iowa State Fairgrounds. "
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2537 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,499 sqft single-family home built in 1905. 2537 E Walnut St is located in Fairground, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 2537 E Walnut St was last sold on Dec 12, 2025 for $206,000 (3% lower than the asking price of $212,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 2537 E Walnut St is $207,900.