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 621 E 16th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 621 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is $82,400 .

What is the price history for 621 E 16th St?

621 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $37,000 in October 1999.

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 621 E 16th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 621 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 621 E 16th St?

The lot at 621 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.12 acres (5,270 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$82,400

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
868 sqft

621 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 27, 1999 for $37,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$82.4K

Since last month

$7K (-8.4%)

Since last year

$11K (-12%)

Since last sale

$44K (+118.9%)

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 +62% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$81K
July 2026	$88K
June 2026	$89K
May 2026	$95K
April 2026	$92K
March 2026	$94K
February 2026	$88K
January 2026	$86K
2025
December 2025	$86K
November 2025	$88K
October 2025	$88K
September 2025	$91K
August 2025	$92K
July 2025	$86K
June 2025	$88K
May 2025	$88K
April 2025	$87K
March 2025	$83K
February 2025	$76K
January 2025	$79K
2024
December 2024	$82K
November 2024	$80K
October 2024	$87K
September 2024	$90K
August 2024	$91K
July 2024	$96K
June 2024	$98K
May 2024	$100K
April 2024	$98K
March 2024	$94K
February 2024	$89K
January 2024	$86K
2023
December 2023	$87K
November 2023	$89K
October 2023	$86K
September 2023	$87K
August 2023	$88K
July 2023	$89K
June 2023	$89K
May 2023	$87K
April 2023	$83K
March 2023	$78K
February 2023	$76K
January 2023	$78K
2022
December 2022	$78K
November 2022	$78K
October 2022	$82K
September 2022	$85K
August 2022	$85K
July 2022	$90K
June 2022	$91K
May 2022	$89K
April 2022	$82K
March 2022	$72K
February 2022	$60K
January 2022	$61K
2021
December 2021	$59K
November 2021	$61K
October 2021	$62K
September 2021	$62K
August 2021	$66K
July 2021	$69K
June 2021	$77K
May 2021	$91K
April 2021	$92K
March 2021	$88K
February 2021	$82K
January 2021	$78K
2020
December 2020	$76K
November 2020	$72K
October 2020	$71K
September 2020	$70K
August 2020	$68K
July 2020	$67K
June 2020	$68K
May 2020	$68K
April 2020	$64K
March 2020	$62K
February 2020	$60K
January 2020	$60K
2019
December 2019	$62K
November 2019	$63K
October 2019	$66K
September 2019	$66K
August 2019	$71K
July 2019	$76K
June 2019	$80K
May 2019	$81K
April 2019	$77K
March 2019	$76K
February 2019	$73K
January 2019	$71K
2018
December 2018	$80K
November 2018	$77K
October 2018	$75K
September 2018	$72K
August 2018	$69K
July 2018	$60K
June 2018	$60K
May 2018	$59K
April 2018	$56K
March 2018	$53K
February 2018	$53K
January 2018	$51K
2017
December 2017	$53K
November 2017	$52K
October 2017	$51K
September 2017	$54K
August 2017	$55K
July 2017	$61K
June 2017	$56K
May 2017	$55K
April 2017	$52K
March 2017	$45K
February 2017	$40K
January 2017	$40K
2016
December 2016	$38K
November 2016	$41K
October 2016	$42K
September 2016	$47K
August 2016	$50K

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
1503 E Vine St, Des Moines, IA	0.56	Single-Family Home	$50,000	06/05/26	2	1	768
208 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA	0.44	Single-Family Home	$75,000	02/23/26	2	1	1,037
1644 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.15	Single-Family Home	$728	07/02/26	2	1	940
2076 Maple St, Des Moines, IA	0.73	Single-Family Home	$35,000	02/19/26	2	1	752

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
1605 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$85,800	2	1	971	Off Market
1607 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.02	$163,200	3	1.5	1,155	Off Market
1613 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.03	$109,800	2	1	1,122	Off Market
1615 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.04	$121,000	4	1	1,227	Off Market
1635 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.07	$107,600	3	1	864	Off Market
1639 Lyon St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.08	$137,700	3	1	1,344	Off Market
613 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.01	$184,100	3	2	1,180	Off Market
509 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.11	-	1	1	740	Off Market
1610 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.12	$156,200	Studio	2	2,169	Off Market
1628 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316	0.13	$141,800	4	1	1,182	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

1912

Living Area

868 sqft

Price/Sqft

$95

About this House

This single-family home is located at 621 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA. 621 E 16th 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 868 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 5270 sqft and was built in 1912.

621 E 16th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 868 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1912. It last sold for $37,000 on Oct 27, 1999. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $82,400, with a rent estimate of $1,103/month.

Home Details for 621 E 16th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1912
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5270 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 27, 1999 Source: N/A	Sold	$37,000
Jan 13, 1994 Source: N/A	Sold	$37,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,316	$86,500

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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Frequently asked questions about 621 E 16th St

What is 621 E 16th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 621 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is $82,400.
What is the price history for 621 E 16th St?
621 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $37,000 in October 1999.
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 621 E 16th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 621 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 621 E 16th St?
The lot at 621 E 16th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.12 acres (5,270 sq ft).