For sale

Price cut: $8.4K (9/24)

$196,500

2146 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

3beds

1,456sqft

$1,532/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1915

5,924 Square Feet Lot

$193,300 Zestimate^®

$135/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Classic characterClassic curb appealGenerous room sizesAmple closet spaceRecent updates throughout

Welcome to your perfect starter home! Featuring over 1,600 SF of living space and high ceilings, this charming, turn-key single-family home offers an unbeatable combination of space, comfort, and classic curb appeal. Step inside to discover an open, light-filled living area designed for easy daily living and effortless entertaining. The heart of the home flows seamlessly into an efficient kitchen and dining space, while comfortable bedrooms provide peaceful retreats with generous room sizes and ample closet space. Enjoy low-maintenance living with recent updates throughout, giving you total peace of mind from day one. Step outside to a private backyard, ideal for weekend BBQs, pets, or starting your dream garden. Conveniently located just minutes from top local amenities, parks, shopping, and major commuter routes. Move-in ready and priced to sell—schedule your private tour today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 3

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Freezer
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Separate/Formal Dining Room, See Remarks
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
Basement: Daylight,Unfinished

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,456
Total interior livable area: 1,456 sqft

Property

Accessibility

Accessibility features: Low Threshold Shower

Features

Exterior features: Outdoor Kitchen
Fencing: Wood

Lot

Size: 5,924 Square Feet
Dimensions: 40 x 148
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 04006249000000

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow,Raised Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Stucco, Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle,See Remarks

Condition

Year built: 1915

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $135/sqft
Tax assessed value: $185,500
Annual tax amount: $3,614
Date on market: 9/10/2026
Cumulative days on market: 28 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA

Estimated market value

$193,300

$184,000 - $203,000

$1,545/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/24/2026	Price change	$196,500-4.1%$135/sqft
Source: DMMLS #748993 Report a problem
9/10/2026	Listed for sale	$204,900+107%$141/sqft
Source: DMMLS #748993 Report a problem
2/2/2026	Sold	$99,000-23.8%$68/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
1/7/2026	Price change	$129,900-3.7%$89/sqft
Source: DMMLS #731686 Report a problem
12/23/2025	Price change	$134,900-0.1%$93/sqft
Source: DMMLS #731686 Report a problem
12/16/2025	Listed for sale	$135,000+60.7%$93/sqft
Source: DMMLS #731686 Report a problem
3/12/2025	Sold	$84,000$58/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$2,976 +2.2%	$185,500 +17%
2024	$2,912 +8.3%	$158,500
2023	$2,690 +0.8%	$158,500 +28.9%
2022	$2,668 +8.7%	$123,000
2021	$2,454 -0.1%	$123,000 +15.1%
2020	$2,456 +12.8%	$106,900
2019	$2,178 +1.4%	$106,900 +15.2%
2018	$2,148	$92,800
2017	$2,148 +9.1%	$92,800 +7%
2016	$1,968	$86,700
2015	$1,968 -2.1%	$86,700 -4.5%
2014	$2,010	$90,800
2013	--	$90,800 -11.8%
2012	--	$103,000
2011	--	$103,000 +5%
2010	--	$98,100
2009	--	$98,100 +1.1%
2008	--	$97,000
2007	--	$97,000 +23.6%
2006	--	$78,500
2005	--	$78,500 +15.4%
2003	--	$68,050 +0.9%
2002	--	$67,460
2001	--	$67,460