718 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

$160,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 768 sqft

718 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 21, 2023 for $158,888

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$161K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-1.7%)
Since last year
Decreased$7K (-4.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$912 (+0.6%)
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 +289% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$160K
July 2026$163K
June 2026$163K
May 2026$163K
April 2026$162K
March 2026$164K
February 2026$163K
January 2026$161K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
1236 Stewart St, Des Moines, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$155,000
01/16/26
2
2
768
1824 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$129,000
08/14/26
3
2
1,097
1929 Burson St, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$168,900
05/22/26
3
2
660
1706 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$126,000
07/07/26
2
1
720
1721 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$95,000
01/26/26
2
1
833
1657 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$126,995
09/18/25
2
1
753
1804 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$164,900
03/04/26
2
2
1,126
1621 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$170,000
07/02/26
2
1
1,045
2057 Maple St, Des Moines, IA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$165,000
05/27/26
2
1
780
1843 Walker St, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$80,000
07/30/26
2
1
1,085

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 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.04
$91,800
2
1
832
Off Market
716 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.01
$45,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
1824 Maple St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.08
$129,000
3
2
1,097
Recently Sold
1843 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.13
$80,000
2
1
1,085
Recently Sold
611 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.11
$141,400
3
1
1,242
Off Market
1929 Burson St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.16
$168,900
3
2
660
Recently Sold
Burson St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.16
$18,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
1804 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.13
$168,000
3
1
1,193
Recently Sold
1744 Walker St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.16
$138,800
2
1
704
Off Market
1916 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.17
$141,900
Studio
-
660
Off Market
1800 Des Moines St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.13
$163,700
3
1.5
1,086
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
1919
Living Area
768 sqft
Price/Sqft
$209
Parking
Garage

About this House

Cozy bungalow with lots of updates! New flooring, paint. Nice enclosed front porch. Kitchen has new SS appliances, range is on order. Main bath has been updated and a ½ bath added. Seller will consider a home warranty with an acceptable offer. Nice small low maint. yard to give you more time to spend with friends and family. Nice Park across the street for children and pets.

House next door owned by NFC. They are getting bids to tear it down.
718 E 18th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 768 sqft single-family home in Capitol East, built in 1919. It last sold for the $158,888 asking price on Sep 21, 2023. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2019 with an asking price of $875 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 24, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $160,700, with a rent estimate of $1,255/month.
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by WAYNE DEPENNING, (515) 453-7200
BHHS First Realty Westown
Bought with: Kathy Miller, (515) 499-0823, RE/MAX Precision
Co-Buyer's Agent: Ingrid Williams, (515) 371-5277, RE/MAX Precision
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#668194

Home Details for 718 E 18th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 768 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Refrigerator, StoveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 169

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1919
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow,Craftsman
Building
Construction Materials: Metal SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 04005884000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $158,888
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Aug 16 2023

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 768 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3397.68 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 668194Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 453-7200Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-04005884000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 21, 2023
Source: DMMLS #668194
Sold
$158,888
Aug 16, 2023
Source: DMMLS #668194
Pending
$158,888
Jun 6, 2023
Source: DMMLS #668194
PriceChange
$158,888
Price decreased by 6%
Feb 27, 2023
Source: DMMLS #668194
Listed For Sale
$168,888
Jul 22, 2022
Source: DMMLS #654619
Sold
$61,000

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

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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

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Frequently asked questions about 718 E 18th St

  • What is 718 E 18th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 718 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA is $160,700.
  • What is the price history for 718 E 18th St?
    718 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $158,888 in September 2023.
  • 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 718 E 18th St?
    The lot at 718 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.08 acres (3,398 sq ft).
  • Does 718 E 18th St have a garage?
    Yes, 718 E 18th St in Des Moines, IA has a garage.

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