255 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
OFF MARKET

255 E 18th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,688 sqft (on 0.34 acres)

$151,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,059/mo*
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$151,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,059/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,688 sqft
(on 0.34 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1885
Lot Size
0.34 acres
Living Area
1,688 sqft
Price/Sqft
$90

About this House

This single-family home is located at 255 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA. 255 E 18th St is in the Capitol East neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 1,688 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.34 acres and was built in 1885.
255 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,688 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1885. It last sold for $95,000 on Nov 2, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $151,800, with a rent estimate of $2,122/month.

Home Details for 255 E 18th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Other

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1885
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 3

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.34 acres

Price History for 255 E 18th St

DatePriceEventSource
11/02/2022$95,000Sold
N/A
06/16/2022ListingRemovedDMMLS #652023
06/08/2022$99,000PriceChange
DMMLS #652023
05/16/2022$110,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #652023
01/05/2004$36,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$211K
$5.03KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$4MoM
Available listings
1009
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,487
Assessment$155,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 255 E 18th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1920 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$100,000
04/14/26
3
1
1,353
1711 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$150,000
11/19/25
2
2
1,380
1612 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$91,500
05/05/26
3
1
1,122
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

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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.
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    "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 255 E 18th St

  • What is 255 E 18th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 255 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA is $151,800.
  • What is the price history for 255 E 18th St?
    255 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $95,000 in November 2022.
  • 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 $211K. That is up $5.03K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 255 E 18th St?
    The lot at 255 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.34 acres (14,636 sq ft).