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 315 E 18th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 315 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA is $108,300 .

What is the price history for 315 E 18th St?

315 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $45,500 in October 2004.

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.

How big is the lot at 315 E 18th St?

The lot at 315 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.08 acres (3,310 sq ft).

Does 315 E 18th St have a garage?

Yes, 315 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$108,300

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
704 sqft

315 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

Est. Refi. Payment $773/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 11, 2004 for $45,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$108K

Since last month

$1K (-1.3%)

Since last year

$2K (+2.1%)

Since last sale

$63K (+138.7%)

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 +107% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$109K
August 2026	$108K
July 2026	$110K
June 2026	$110K
May 2026	$112K
April 2026	$109K
March 2026	$108K
February 2026	$105K
January 2026	$106K
2025
December 2025	$105K
November 2025	$106K
October 2025	$107K
September 2025	$108K
August 2025	$106K
July 2025	$110K
June 2025	$103K
May 2025	$100K
April 2025	$98K
March 2025	$93K
February 2025	$89K
January 2025	$88K
2024
December 2024	$89K
November 2024	$91K
October 2024	$100K
September 2024	$100K
August 2024	$101K
July 2024	$106K
June 2024	$108K
May 2024	$112K
April 2024	$107K
March 2024	$106K
February 2024	$100K
January 2024	$97K
2023
December 2023	$98K
November 2023	$102K
October 2023	$99K
September 2023	$98K
August 2023	$101K
July 2023	$104K
June 2023	$102K
May 2023	$102K
April 2023	$99K
March 2023	$94K
February 2023	$90K
January 2023	$91K
2022
December 2022	$91K
November 2022	$90K
October 2022	$95K
September 2022	$96K
August 2022	$96K
July 2022	$99K
June 2022	$100K
May 2022	$99K
April 2022	$93K
March 2022	$85K
February 2022	$74K
January 2022	$75K
2021
December 2021	$75K
November 2021	$76K
October 2021	$79K
September 2021	$79K
August 2021	$81K
July 2021	$83K
June 2021	$85K
May 2021	$94K
April 2021	$96K
March 2021	$99K
February 2021	$98K
January 2021	$92K
2020
December 2020	$87K
November 2020	$88K
October 2020	$84K
September 2020	$85K
August 2020	$83K
July 2020	$84K
June 2020	$83K
May 2020	$81K
April 2020	$82K
March 2020	$79K
February 2020	$73K
January 2020	$71K
2019
December 2019	$69K
November 2019	$69K
October 2019	$71K
September 2019	$71K
August 2019	$76K
July 2019	$70K
June 2019	$75K
May 2019	$77K
April 2019	$82K
March 2019	$81K
February 2019	$76K
January 2019	$78K
2018
December 2018	$79K
November 2018	$75K
October 2018	$71K
September 2018	$67K
August 2018	$70K
July 2018	$61K
June 2018	$61K
May 2018	$61K
April 2018	$60K
March 2018	$57K
February 2018	$54K
January 2018	$55K
2017
December 2017	$49K
November 2017	$55K
October 2017	$56K
September 2017	$55K
August 2017	$58K
July 2017	$57K
June 2017	$55K
May 2017	$53K
April 2017	$53K
March 2017	$53K
February 2017	$52K
January 2017	$54K
2016
December 2016	$58K
November 2016	$57K
October 2016	$56K
September 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
2076 Maple St, Des Moines, IA	0.50	Single-Family Home	$35,000	02/19/26	2	1	752
1503 E Vine St, Des Moines, IA	0.54	Single-Family Home	$50,000	06/05/26	2	1	768
2048 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA	0.34	Single-Family Home	$89,000	07/08/26	2	1	891
208 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA	0.38	Single-Family Home	$75,000	02/23/26	2	1	1,037

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
1807 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$151,600	2	2	1,039	Off Market
1801 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$129,300	2	1	826	Off Market
1800 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$167,500	4	2	1,165	Off Market
1804 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$164,900	2	2	1,126	Recently Sold
1806 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$136,300	3	1	938	Off Market
1814 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$187,100	3	2	1,309	Off Market
1809 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$166,600	2	1	870	Off Market
1817 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$195,300	4	3	1,419	Off Market
1819 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$159,200	2	1	1,170	Off Market
1821 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$128,100	2	1	900	Off Market
1825 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.05	$136,800	3	1	1,476	Off Market
1829 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.06	$146,100	2	1	1,166	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1926

Living Area

704 sqft

Price/Sqft

$154

Parking

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 315 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA. 315 E 18th St is in the Capitol East neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 704 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 3310 sqft and was built in 1926.

315 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 704 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1926. It last sold for $45,500 on Oct 11, 2004. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $108,300, with a rent estimate of $1,090/month.

Home Details for 315 E 18th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1926
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split entry

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 3310 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 11, 2004 Source: N/A	Sold	$45,500
Jan 17, 2002 Source: N/A	Sold	$46,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,468	$97,900

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.

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11mo ago
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Frequently asked questions about 315 E 18th St

What is 315 E 18th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 315 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA is $108,300.
What is the price history for 315 E 18th St?
315 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $45,500 in October 2004.
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.
How big is the lot at 315 E 18th St?
The lot at 315 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.08 acres (3,310 sq ft).
Does 315 E 18th St have a garage?
Yes, 315 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA has a garage.