Two bedroom bungalow with 9' ceilings that have been completely updated in 2017. All new in May/June 2017: shingles, windows, kitchen appliances, cabinetry, tile flooring, glass back splash, tile surround in bath and new bath fixtures, lighting throughout, paint throughout interior and entire exterior, carpet, tandem garage has all new roof, siding, and windows. Basement has some rough finish done. Carpet has been covered with a remnant since these owners purchased the home; still brand new carpet under it. Landscaping around the foundation. Perfect home for the first time buyer or empty nester. Easy access to downtown. **Pictures do not depict current decor**
Sold for $89,000
$89,000
2048 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50317
2beds
1baths
891sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1915
5,880 Square Feet Lot
$130,000 Zestimate®
$100/sqft
$1,224 Estimated rent
Home value
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet
- Basement: Partially finished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 891 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
Features
- Exterior features: Metal
Lot
- Size: 5,880 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 04006323000000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Metal
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1915
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Des Moines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $100/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $142,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,478
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2026 | Sold | $89,000-34%$100/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2026 | Price change | $134,900-0.1%$151/sqft |
Source:  DMMLS #737059 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2026 | Pending sale | $135,000$152/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #737059 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $135,000+8.1%$152/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #737059 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2019 | Listing removed | $124,900$140/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices First Realty #583179 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2019 | Listed for sale | $124,900+10.5%$140/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices First Realty #583179 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2017 | Sold | $113,000-1.7%$127/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #542714 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2017 | Pending sale | $114,900$129/sqft |
Source: Greater Des Moines #542714 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2017 | Listed for sale | $114,900+170.4%$129/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty GDM #542714 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2017 | Sold | $42,500-5.6%$48/sqft |
Source: DMMLS #535227 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2017 | Listed for sale | $45,000$51/sqft |
Source: Iowa Realty Co., Inc. #535227 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,478 +2.1% | $142,500 +15.5% |
| 2024 | $2,428 +4.9% | $123,400 |
| 2023 | $2,314 +0.8% | $123,400 +25.7% |
| 2022 | $2,296 +6.5% | $98,200 |
| 2021 | $2,156 -3.8% | $98,200 +13.7% |
| 2020 | $2,240 +19.8% | $86,400 |
| 2019 | $1,870 +1% | $86,400 +24.1% |
| 2018 | $1,852 | $69,600 |
| 2017 | $1,852 +99.1% | $69,600 +6.7% |
| 2016 | $930 | $65,200 |
| 2015 | $930 +3.6% | $65,200 -0.9% |
| 2014 | $898 | $65,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $65,800 -12.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $75,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $75,000 -1.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $75,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $75,900 +1.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $75,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $75,100 +24.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $60,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $60,400 +16.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $51,710 -4.5% |
| 2002 | -- | $54,150 |
| 2001 | -- | $54,150 |
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Neighborhood: Fairground
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GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Capitol View Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Hiatt Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 3/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Des Moines Independent
Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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