274 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

274 E 16th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,528 sqft

$274,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,816/mo*
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$274,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,816/mo*
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4 Beds
2 Baths
1,528 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This one won't last long! Over 1500 sq ft in this 2 story home with 2 car detached garage in Des Moines. It has an open concept kitchen with stainless steel appliances and tile backsplash all under 4 years old. The main level also hosts your first of 2 full baths. Upstairs you'll find the master and 2 additional bedrooms with the second full bath. The lower level has 800 sq ft of partially finished basement with a non-conforming 5th bedroom with an egress window. There's a large fenced-in backyard which has been professionally landscaped and new sod will be going in once weather permits. The side and front yard has been landscaped with fresh mulch. Other features include: New roof 2021, main level paint 2021, main level flooring 2018, washer dryer 2015, ADT alarm system, and the furnace was last serviced in 2022. This home is across the street from Capitol View Elementary School and close to downtown, shops, entertainment and restaurants. This one is a must see!
274 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,528 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 2004. It last sold for $237,500 on May 16, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $274,300, with a rent estimate of $1,867/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 274 E 16th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, SolarAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Laminate
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, Shake Shingle, TileDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2004
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8494 sqft

Price History for 274 E 16th St

DatePriceEventSource
05/16/2022$237,500Sold
DMMLS #648596
04/27/2022$237,500PendingDMMLS #648596
04/18/2022$237,500PendingToActiveDMMLS #648596
04/18/2022$237,500PendingDMMLS #648596
04/07/2022$237,500PriceChange
DMMLS #648596
04/01/2022$245,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #648596
09/30/2004$149,000Sold
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Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$206K
$5.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.6%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$187
$3MoM
Available listings
1004
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,698
Assessment$264,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 274 E 16th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1711 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$150,000
11/19/25
2
2
1,380
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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