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 269 E 16th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 269 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is $100,000 .

What is the price history for 269 E 16th St?

269 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $8,500 in February 2013.

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.

Does 269 E 16th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 269 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 269 E 16th St?

The lot at 269 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.09 acres (3,833 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$100,000

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
816 sqft

269 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 20, 2013 for $8,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$100K

Since last month

$3K (-2.6%)

Since last year

$3K (+3.2%)

Since last sale

$89K (+1,048.2%)

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 +89% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$98K
July 2026	$100K
June 2026	$99K
May 2026	$100K
April 2026	$97K
March 2026	$95K
February 2026	$93K
January 2026	$94K
2025
December 2025	$92K
November 2025	$95K
October 2025	$96K
September 2025	$95K
August 2025	$95K
July 2025	$97K
June 2025	$91K
May 2025	$87K
April 2025	$86K
March 2025	$82K
February 2025	$77K
January 2025	$75K
2024
December 2024	$76K
November 2024	$77K
October 2024	$84K
September 2024	$82K
August 2024	$88K
July 2024	$93K
June 2024	$94K
May 2024	$99K
April 2024	$94K
March 2024	$90K
February 2024	$85K
January 2024	$83K
2023
December 2023	$84K
November 2023	$85K
October 2023	$85K
September 2023	$85K
August 2023	$86K
July 2023	$92K
June 2023	$90K
May 2023	$89K
April 2023	$85K
March 2023	$83K
February 2023	$87K
January 2023	$93K
2022
December 2022	$92K
November 2022	$91K
October 2022	$97K
September 2022	$97K
August 2022	$98K
July 2022	$102K
June 2022	$104K
May 2022	$103K
April 2022	$97K
March 2022	$96K
February 2022	$95K
January 2022	$94K
2021
December 2021	$95K
November 2021	$95K
October 2021	$95K
September 2021	$96K
August 2021	$96K
July 2021	$97K
June 2021	$95K
May 2021	$92K
April 2021	$90K
March 2021	$87K
February 2021	$82K
January 2021	$76K
2020
November 2020	$69K
October 2020	$68K
September 2020	$64K
August 2020	$64K
July 2020	$63K
June 2020	$63K
May 2020	$61K
April 2020	$59K
March 2020	$60K
February 2020	$59K
January 2020	$58K
2019
December 2019	$59K
November 2019	$60K
October 2019	$61K
September 2019	$63K
August 2019	$65K
July 2019	$58K
June 2019	$65K
May 2019	$65K
April 2019	$63K
March 2019	$64K
February 2019	$62K
January 2019	$61K
2018
December 2018	$65K
November 2018	$65K
October 2018	$64K
September 2018	$63K
August 2018	$63K
July 2018	$53K
June 2018	$56K
May 2018	$56K
April 2018	$56K
March 2018	$54K
February 2018	$54K
January 2018	$49K
2017
December 2017	$56K
November 2017	$56K
October 2017	$55K
September 2017	$56K
August 2017	$56K
July 2017	$57K
June 2017	$58K
May 2017	$57K
April 2017	$57K
March 2017	$53K
February 2017	$49K
January 2017	$48K
2016
December 2016	$44K
November 2016	$47K
October 2016	$46K
September 2016	$51K
August 2016	$52K

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
208 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA	0.14	Single-Family Home	$75,000	02/23/26	2	1	1,037
1503 E Vine St, Des Moines, IA	0.29	Single-Family Home	$50,000	06/05/26	2	1	768
1644 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.22	Single-Family Home	$728	07/02/26	2	1	940
1612 E Court Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.14	Single-Family Home	$91,500	05/05/26	3	1	1,122
1732 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA	0.41	Single-Family Home	$15,000	12/30/25	2	1	880

Home facts updated by county records

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
1607 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$250,000	4	3	1,828	For Sale
1611 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$161,600	3	1	1,396	Off Market
1617 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$155,000	3	1.5	963	For Sale
1615 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$145,200	3	2	963	Off Market
1619 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$215,100	3	1	1,100	Off Market
1641 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.08	$128,400	2	1	894	Off Market
1605 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$136,600	4	1	700	Off Market
267 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$110,100	3	1	1,044	Off Market
1702 Logan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.15	$185,200	3	2	1,127	Off Market
257 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.15	$150,600	3	2	1,258	Off Market
1706 Logan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.16	$137,300	3	1	1,241	Off Market
1710 Logan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.16	$132,100	3	2	1,249	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 269 E 16th St.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1903

Living Area

816 sqft

Price/Sqft

$123

Parking

Garage

About this House

Conveniently located close to downtown and major roads. Home needs work and it is priced accordingly. Everyone entering must sign Hold Harmless.During the first 15 days a property is in MLS, only owner occupant offers or those from a public entity or designated partner will be considered. Home inspection is for buyers knowledge only. Water will NOT be turned on. Purchaser should utilize alternative means to determine plumbing condition such as an air pressure test.

269 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 816 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1903. It last sold for $8,500 on Feb 20, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $100,000, with a rent estimate of $1,112/month.

Home Details for 269 E 16th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1903Year Updated: 1996
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 3833 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Feb 20, 2013 Source: DMMLS #411091	Sold	$8,500
Jan 12, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$9,900
Mar 11, 2003 Source: N/A	Sold	$52,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,456	$83,000

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

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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Frequently asked questions about 269 E 16th St

What is 269 E 16th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 269 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is $100,000.
What is the price history for 269 E 16th St?
269 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $8,500 in February 2013.
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.
Does 269 E 16th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 269 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 269 E 16th St?
The lot at 269 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.09 acres (3,833 sq ft).