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 409 E 17th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 409 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA is $202,300 .

What is the price history for 409 E 17th St?

409 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $156,000 in December 2010.

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 409 E 17th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 409 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 409 E 17th St?

The lot at 409 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.08 acres (3,659 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$202,300

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,015 sqft

409 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

Est. Refi. Payment $1,381/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 17, 2010 for $156,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$202K

Since last month

$4K (-2%)

Since last year

$8K (+4%)

Since last sale

$46K (+29.7%)

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 +151% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$202K
August 2026	$202K
July 2026	$207K
June 2026	$205K
May 2026	$204K
April 2026	$204K
March 2026	$204K
February 2026	$198K
January 2026	$194K
2025
December 2025	$194K
November 2025	$200K
October 2025	$198K
September 2025	$195K
August 2025	$195K
July 2025	$196K
June 2025	$195K
May 2025	$193K
April 2025	$188K
March 2025	$187K
February 2025	$186K
January 2025	$181K
2024
December 2024	$186K
November 2024	$187K
October 2024	$191K
September 2024	$190K
August 2024	$188K
July 2024	$197K
June 2024	$196K
May 2024	$198K
April 2024	$192K
March 2024	$190K
February 2024	$186K
January 2024	$182K
2023
December 2023	$184K
November 2023	$187K
October 2023	$187K
September 2023	$188K
August 2023	$189K
July 2023	$192K
June 2023	$179K
May 2023	$186K
April 2023	$180K
March 2023	$176K
February 2023	$170K
January 2023	$171K
2022
December 2022	$172K
November 2022	$172K
October 2022	$175K
September 2022	$177K
August 2022	$178K
July 2022	$180K
June 2022	$182K
May 2022	$181K
April 2022	$176K
March 2022	$174K
February 2022	$171K
January 2022	$169K
2021
December 2021	$170K
November 2021	$171K
October 2021	$171K
September 2021	$169K
August 2021	$168K
July 2021	$166K
June 2021	$161K
May 2021	$152K
April 2021	$150K
March 2021	$148K
February 2021	$143K
January 2021	$141K
2020
December 2020	$139K
November 2020	$139K
October 2020	$148K
September 2020	$148K
August 2020	$143K
July 2020	$143K
June 2020	$143K
May 2020	$143K
April 2020	$139K
March 2020	$140K
February 2020	$140K
January 2020	$139K
2019
December 2019	$137K
November 2019	$136K
October 2019	$135K
September 2019	$134K
August 2019	$138K
July 2019	$137K
June 2019	$137K
May 2019	$132K
April 2019	$127K
March 2019	$125K
February 2019	$126K
January 2019	$128K
2018
December 2018	$128K
November 2018	$131K
October 2018	$130K
September 2018	$128K
August 2018	$129K
July 2018	$125K
June 2018	$126K
May 2018	$126K
April 2018	$128K
March 2018	$125K
February 2018	$129K
January 2018	$127K
2017
December 2017	$122K
November 2017	$122K
October 2017	$121K
September 2017	$120K
August 2017	$119K
July 2017	$84K
June 2017	$82K
May 2017	$76K
April 2017	$74K
March 2017	$73K
February 2017	$74K
January 2017	$69K
2016
December 2016	$77K
November 2016	$79K
October 2016	$80K
September 2016	$81K

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
1711 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.03	Single-Family Home	$150,000	11/19/25	2	2	1,380

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
1625 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.10	$225,600	3	3	2,982	Off Market
1634 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.08	$138,100	2	1	1,458	Off Market
266 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.22	$283,400	4	3	1,560	Off Market
274 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.21	$270,500	4	2	1,528	Off Market
1543 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.23	$229,100	4	3	1,661	Off Market
1541 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.23	$184,800	3	2	1,361	Off Market
1730 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.22	$102,700	2	1	816	Off Market
1983 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.46	$101,300	2	1	922	Off Market
2101 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.56	$239,000	4	2	1,123	Recently Sold
2107 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.57	$206,400	3	1	1,089	Off Market
2115 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.58	$209,500	3	2	1,123	Off Market
2121 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.59	$217,300	3	3	1,123	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

2004

Living Area

1,015 sqft

Price/Sqft

$199

Parking

Garage

About this House

Looking For A Fixer Upper, With This One Definitely Qualifies, Home Needs Work But Priced Accordingly. Wow!!!!! Built In 2004 4Br, 2 Ba, 2 Kitchens, The Possibilities..........Will Make An Excellent Investment For Both The Homeowner And Investor But You Will Need To Be Willing To Put In Some Sweat Equity. You Don't Want To Miss This Great Opportunity To Buy This Property Well Under Assessed Value And Potential Value. This Is A Fannie Mae Homepath Property. Purchase This Property For As Little As 3% Down! This Property Is Approved For Homepath Mortgage Financing. This Property Is Approved For Homepath Renovation Mortgage Financing.

409 E 17th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,015 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 2004. It last sold for $156,000 on Dec 17, 2010. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $202,300, with a rent estimate of $1,806/month.

Home Details for 409 E 17th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

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: 3659 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jan 30, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$59,900
Jan 22, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$59,900
Dec 17, 2010 Source: N/A	Sold	$156,000
Dec 17, 2010 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$69,900
Nov 13, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$136,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,364	$190,700

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 409 E 17th St

What is 409 E 17th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 409 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA is $202,300.
What is the price history for 409 E 17th St?
409 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $156,000 in December 2010.
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 409 E 17th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 409 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 409 E 17th St?
The lot at 409 E 17th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.08 acres (3,659 sq ft).