705 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

$130,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,018 sqft

705 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol Park
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 21, 2023 for $200,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$131K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-4%)
Since last year
Decreased$5K (-3.4%)
Since last sale
Decreased$71K (-35.5%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +111% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
November 2026$129K
October 2026$135K
September 2026$135K
August 2026$141K
July 2026$140K
June 2026$142K
May 2026$147K
April 2026$145K
March 2026$139K
February 2026$133K
January 2026$132K
2025
2024
2023
2022
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2020
2019
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2016

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
703 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.01
$103,100
3
1
693
Off Market
939 E 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$150,300
3
3
1,199
Off Market
1003 E 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$172,700
4
2
1,231
Off Market
937 E 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$105,500
4
3
1,712
Off Market
1007 E 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$123,100
2
1
1,000
Off Market
1007 E 7th St #DES, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
-
2
1
725
Off Market
935 E 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$102,200
4
2
1,926
Off Market
708 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.03
$140,000
Studio
-
-
Off Market
1013 E 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.04
$136,000
4
2
1,620
Off Market
704 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.04
$144,300
6
2
1,675
Off Market
1000 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.04
$145,400
Studio
1
1,728
Off Market
706 Buchanan St, DesMoines, IA 50036
0.05
$122,600
2
1
1,170
Off Market
1019 E 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$182,600
4
2
1,924
Off Market
708 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$252,200
3
3
1,409
Off Market
704 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$132,600
3
1
1,650
Off Market
700 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$156,600
8
3
2,916
Off Market
1006 Pennsylvania Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$91,300
3
1
1,580
Off Market
1021 E 7th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.05
$125,500
3
1
1,040
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

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
1,018 sqft
$128/sqft
Garage

About this House

Investors here is an opportunity for you to rehab or have a rental in an area close to the East village. This home needs major work done but has many things going for it.
705 Buchanan St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,018 sqft single-family home in Capitol Park, built in 1900. It last sold for $200,000 on Feb 21, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $130,600, with a rent estimate of $1,149/month.

Home Details for 705 Buchanan St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9016 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 21, 2023
Source: N/A
Sold
$200,000
Sep 16, 2019
Source: DMMLS #589462
Sold
$44,500
Sep 12, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$40,000
Sep 12, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$40,000

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated October 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$219K
$2.77KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$195
$2MoM
Available listings
1141
57MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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Neighborhood Overview

Capitol Park
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What Locals Say about Capitol Park

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say parking is easy

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 50 % Say kids play outside

  • 40 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 25 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 20 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 17 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Anastasia O.
    "Schools are so so and beware of kids who like to steal. There are some definite problems. Be sure to stay on top of where your kids and what they’re doing."
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    Flag
  • Timi A.
    "It is a nice area to live and it is a nice area to grow business and to rise kids. I like living in this neighborhood because their is a lot of job opportunity and their is a lot big fun things to do . "
    1
    Flag
  • Christopher
    "It is located close to the Capitol, Marina and Union Park. Close to I-235 and the bike trail head which allows me to get anywhere I want quickly."
    1
    Flag
  • Joseph H.
    "Street ends at river so the block is very close association of homeowners and very child-friendly. Off riverwalk bike path and minutes walk to Union Park. "
    1
    Flag

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Frequently asked questions about 705 Buchanan St

  • What is 705 Buchanan St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 705 Buchanan St in Des Moines, IA is $130,600.
  • What is the price history for 705 Buchanan St?
    705 Buchanan St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $200,000 in February 2023.
  • Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
    Des Moines is currently a buyer'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 $219K. That is up $2.77K from the prior month.
  • Does 705 Buchanan St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 705 Buchanan St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 705 Buchanan St?
    The lot at 705 Buchanan St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.21 acres (9,016 sq ft).

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