Investor Special - Great Opportunity in Des Moines!
Located at 1714 E Walnut St, this property offers a prime opportunity for investors or handy buyers looking for their next project. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, this 2-story home sits just minutes from downtown Des Moines, the State Capitol, parks, and major highways. With the right renovation, this property could be transformed into a great rental or resale opportunity.
Sold as-is, this is a great chance to bring new life to a home in a convenient and growing area.
Sold for $95,000
$95,000
1714 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316
3beds
1,190sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
5,985.14 Square Feet Lot
$94,500 Zestimate®
$80/sqft
$1,538 Estimated rent
Home value
$94,500
$89,000 - $100,000
$1,538/mo
Zestimate® history
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kurt Clements (855)456-4945,
ListWithFreedom.com
Bought with:
Jarrod Gray
Ruby Realty Group LLC
Source: DMMLS,MLS#: 722595
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,190
- Total interior livable area: 1,190 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, One Car Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 5,985 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 120
Details
- Parcel number: 04005622000000
- Zoning: N3C
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1905
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/28/2026 | Listing removed | $1,650$1/sqft |
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| 1/6/2026 | Price change | $1,650-5.7%$1/sqft |
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| 12/4/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,750$1/sqft |
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| 9/23/2025 | Sold | $95,000$80/sqft |
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| 9/20/2025 | Pending sale | $95,000$80/sqft |
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| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $95,000$80/sqft |
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| 8/13/2025 | Pending sale | $95,000$80/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $95,000-5%$80/sqft |
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| 7/8/2025 | Sold | $100,000$84/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,956 -4.3% | $138,600 +14.2% |
| 2024 | $2,044 +0.8% | $121,400 |
| 2023 | $2,028 +0.9% | $121,400 +27.9% |
| 2022 | $2,010 +17.1% | $94,900 |
| 2021 | $1,716 -10.5% | $94,900 +14.6% |
| 2020 | $1,918 +16.8% | $82,800 |
| 2019 | $1,642 +1.4% | $82,800 +19% |
| 2018 | $1,620 | $69,600 |
| 2017 | $1,620 +20% | $69,600 +7.9% |
| 2016 | $1,350 | $64,500 |
| 2015 | $1,350 +13.6% | $64,500 +7.3% |
| 2014 | $1,188 | $60,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $60,100 -14.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $70,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $70,500 +0.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $70,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $70,400 -1.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $71,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $71,200 +19.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $59,600 +11.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $53,590 +17.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $45,580 |
| 2001 | -- | $45,580 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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: 0.7 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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