Welcome home to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home nestled on a desirable corner lot on the east side of Des Moines just minutes from the Iowa State Fairgrounds and downtown! Centrally located for easy access to everything the city has to offer, this home features a fully fenced-in yard perfect for pets, play, or your own garden oasis. Inside, enjoy peace of mind with major updates already done for you including a brand new A/C unit in 2024, newer roof, and a furnace replaced in 2018. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizer, or investor, this property offers great value, comfort, and convenience. Don't miss your opportunity to make it yours!
Sold for $126,995
$126,995
1657 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
2beds
753sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1885
3,005.64 Square Feet Lot
$124,300 Zestimate®
$169/sqft
$1,100 Estimated rent
Home value
$124,300
$117,000 - $132,000
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Corner lotFully fenced-in yardNewer roof
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Listed by:
Antonio Romero (515)253-3948,
EXIT Realty & Associates
Bought with:
Gamboa, Adamarys
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 720259
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Stove
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 753
- Total interior livable area: 753 sqft
Property
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 3,005 sqft
- Dimensions: 43 x 70
Details
- Parcel number: 04005582000000
- Zoning: N3C
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1885
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2025 | Sold | $126,995+1.6%$169/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #720259 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2025 | Pending sale | $125,000$166/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #720259 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $125,000$166/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #720259 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Pending sale | $125,000$166/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #720259 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $125,000+594.4%$166/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #720259 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2016 | Sold | $18,000+20%$24/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #516581 Report a problem | ||
| 5/12/2016 | Pending sale | $15,000$20/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #516581 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2016 | Listed for sale | $15,000-57.1%$20/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #516581 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2012 | Listing removed | $35,000$46/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #394898 Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2012 | Listed for sale | $35,000+25%$46/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #394898 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2011 | Listing removed | $28,000$37/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #376262 Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2011 | Price change | $28,000-26.3%$37/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX REAL ESTATE CONCEPTS #376262 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2010 | Listed for sale | $38,000-8.4%$50/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Real Estate Concepts #376262 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2000 | Sold | $41,500$55/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,342 +2.1% | $76,000 +13.8% |
| 2024 | $1,314 +5.5% | $66,800 |
| 2023 | $1,246 +0.6% | $66,800 +26.3% |
| 2022 | $1,238 +7.8% | $52,900 |
| 2021 | $1,148 -3.7% | $52,900 +15% |
| 2020 | $1,192 +15.3% | $46,000 |
| 2019 | $1,034 +1% | $46,000 +19.5% |
| 2018 | $1,024 | $38,500 |
| 2017 | $1,024 +43% | $38,500 +7.2% |
| 2016 | $716 | $35,900 |
| 2015 | $716 +4.2% | $35,900 +3.2% |
| 2014 | $687 | $34,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $34,800 -14.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $40,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $40,900 -0.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $41,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $41,100 -1.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $41,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $41,600 -14% |
| 2006 | -- | $48,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $48,400 +12.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $43,090 +32.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $32,530 |
| 2001 | -- | $32,530 |
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Neighborhood: Capitol East
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Capitol View Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Hiatt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: DMMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- 1657 E Walnut St
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