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 620 E 16th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 620 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is $188,400 .

What is the price history for 620 E 16th St?

620 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $80,000 in June 2011.

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 620 E 16th St?

The lot at 620 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$188,400

Trulia Estimate

Studio
5 Baths
1,846 sqft

620 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 2, 2011 for $80,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$188K

Since last month

$5K (-2.7%)

Since last year

$17K (-8.3%)

Since last sale

$108K (+135%)

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	$188K
July 2026	$193K
June 2026	$201K
May 2026	$209K
April 2026	$205K
March 2026	$206K
February 2026	$202K
January 2026	$192K
2025
December 2025	$196K
November 2025	$198K
October 2025	$197K
September 2025	$202K
August 2025	$205K
July 2025	$206K
June 2025	$208K
May 2025	$200K
April 2025	$199K
March 2025	$198K
February 2025	$189K
January 2025	$191K
2024
December 2024	$201K
November 2024	$201K
October 2024	$203K
September 2024	$205K
August 2024	$205K
July 2024	$209K
June 2024	$208K
May 2024	$212K
April 2024	$204K
March 2024	$201K
February 2024	$193K
January 2024	$192K
2023
December 2023	$191K
November 2023	$192K
October 2023	$194K
September 2023	$194K
August 2023	$195K
July 2023	$196K
June 2023	$204K
May 2023	$178K
April 2023	$172K
March 2023	$166K
February 2023	$160K
January 2023	$160K
2022
December 2022	$159K
November 2022	$158K
October 2022	$164K
September 2022	$165K
August 2022	$166K
July 2022	$176K
June 2022	$181K
May 2022	$181K
April 2022	$170K
March 2022	$157K
February 2022	$142K
January 2022	$142K
2021
December 2021	$142K
November 2021	$148K
October 2021	$149K
September 2021	$151K
August 2021	$153K
July 2021	$156K
June 2021	$159K
May 2021	$160K
April 2021	$153K
March 2021	$151K
February 2021	$145K
January 2021	$145K
2020
December 2020	$145K
November 2020	$143K
October 2020	$144K
September 2020	$147K
August 2020	$149K
July 2020	$146K
June 2020	$145K
May 2020	$147K
April 2020	$132K
March 2020	$129K
February 2020	$125K
January 2020	$120K
2019
December 2019	$117K
November 2019	$121K
October 2019	$126K
September 2019	$114K
August 2019	$119K
July 2019	$118K
June 2019	$116K
May 2019	$123K
April 2019	$123K
March 2019	$127K
February 2019	$123K
January 2019	$123K
2018
December 2018	$123K
November 2018	$122K
October 2018	$120K
September 2018	$122K
August 2018	$125K
July 2018	$127K
June 2018	$130K
May 2018	$120K
April 2018	$108K
March 2018	$100K
February 2018	$97K
January 2018	$100K

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
1742 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$110,000	09/12/25		6	1,668
1711 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.24	Single-Family Home	$150,000	11/19/25	2	2	1,380
1012 E 13th St, Des Moines, IA	0.53	Single-Family Home	$115,000	03/11/26	4	2	1,680

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
1513 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.11	$228,900	2	1	963	Off Market
1537 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.08	$158,600	Studio	3	1,726	Off Market
1500 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.17	-	Studio	-	-	Off Market
1525 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.16	$151,900	Studio	-	-	Off Market
1533 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.16	-	-	-	-	Off Market
600 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.30	$1,905,500	Studio	-	4,440	Off Market
1503 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.12	$176,300	Studio	-	-	Off Market
1618 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.28	$196,000	3	1	1,112	Off Market
1614 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.12	$302,900	Studio	6	2,238	Off Market
1620 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.12	$200,800	4	2	1,800	Off Market
1675 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.21	-	Studio	-	-	Off Market
1609 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.89	$190,500	Studio	3	2,244	Off Market

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

1896

Living Area

1,846 sqft

Price/Sqft

$102

About this House

This single-family home is located at 620 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA. 620 E 16th St is in the Capitol East neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50316. This property has 5 bathrooms and approximately 1,846 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7492 sqft and was built in 1896.

620 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a studio, 5 bathroom, 1,846 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1896. It last sold for $80,000 on Jun 2, 2011. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $188,400, with a rent estimate of $2,166/month.

Home Details for 620 E 16th St

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1896Year Updated: 1990
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Community
Units in Building: 5

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7492 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 2, 2011 Source: N/A	Sold	$80,000
May 9, 2000 Source: N/A	Sold	$49,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,714	$200,000

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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11mo ago
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Frequently asked questions about 620 E 16th St

What is 620 E 16th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 620 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is $188,400.
What is the price history for 620 E 16th St?
620 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $80,000 in June 2011.
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 620 E 16th St?
The lot at 620 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).