$154,000
$8K PRICE DROP

1742 E Walnut St Des Moines, IA 50316

Capitol East Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,002/month

Total Views 6,398
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,134 Sq Ft
$136 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Bungalow
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • 3-minute walk to Redhead Park

About This Home

Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 3⁄4-bath home. Step inside to discover an enclosed porch—perfect for morning coffee, a sunny reading nook, or extra storage space. Hardwood floors, double bedroom doors, and built in storage and closet space all add to the character.
The fully fenced backyard offers privacy, security, and space for entertaining. This home includes both a one-car attached garage and a covered carport. It’s efficiently heated with a boiler system.
This home has great bones and tons of charm. Great for home ownership or investment, this cozy gem is one you won't want to miss.

Listing Agent

JC Wilson

Platinum Realty LLC Listed on: 07/21/2025

Platinum Realty LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,178

Year Built

  • Built in 1902

Lot Details

  • 5,760 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 52x100
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,134 Sq Ft Home
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Carport
  • Driveway

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 04005630000000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,178

Year Built

Built in 1902

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype: Residential
  • Style: Bungalow
  • Lp Amt Sq Ft: 135.80
  • Natl Assocof Home Builders: No
  • Year Built: 1902
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Drapes/Curtains, Hardwood Floors, Vinyl Floors
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Partial Bath Total: 1
  • Partial Bath 1st Floor: 1
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Rm
  • Other Rooms: 3 Season
  • Included Items: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1134
  • Total Sq Ft: 1134

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced Yard
  • Fence Type: Wood
  • Foundation: Poured
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Street Feature: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage: 1 Attached, Carport
  • Garage Parking Stalls: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: City
  • Water: City
  • Air Conditioner: Window Unit
  • Heat: Electric Baseboard

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: No

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1320
  • Lot S F: 5760
  • Lot Size: 52X100
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 04005630000000
  • Zoning: RES

Green Features

  • Additional Green Features: No
  • ENERGYSTAR qualified New Home: No
  • HERS Rating: No
  • Leed For Homes: No
  • Solar: No

Multi Family

  • Geo Solar Thermal: No

Tax Info

  • Gross Taxes: 2178.00
  • Net Taxes: 2178.00
  • Tax Year: 2025

MLS Schools

  • School District: Des Moines Independent

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,992 $101,300 $9,600 $91,700
2023 $1,688 $115,600 $9,600 $106,000
2022 $1,674 $85,900 $7,800 $78,100
2021 $1,520 $85,900 $7,800 $78,100
2020 $1,578 $75,200 $6,800 $68,400
2019 $1,308 $75,200 $6,800 $68,400
2018 $1,296 $63,000 $5,700 $57,300
2017 $1,584 $63,000 $5,700 $57,300
2016 $1,314 $58,600 $5,200 $53,400
2015 $1,314 $58,600 $5,200 $53,400
2014 $1,168 $54,500 $5,000 $49,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/12/2025 08/12/25 Price Changed $154,000 -4.9% $136 / Sq Ft
07/21/2025 07/21/25 For Sale $162,000 +44.6% $143 / Sq Ft
02/10/2022 02/10/22 Sold $112,000 -2.6% $99 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/10/2022 02/10/22 Pending -- -- --
12/02/2021 12/02/21 Price Changed $115,000 -0.9% $101 / Sq Ft
11/30/2021 11/30/21 For Sale $116,000 0.0% $102 / Sq Ft
11/17/2021 11/17/21 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2021 10/04/21 For Sale $116,000 +364.0% $102 / Sq Ft
03/31/2016 03/31/16 Sold $25,000 -44.4% $22 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/28/2016 03/28/16 Pending -- -- --
03/09/2016 03/09/16 For Sale $45,000 -- $40 / Sq Ft
Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $112,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $25,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $108,872 FHA
Source: Public Records

Source: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 722774

Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS®

APN: 040-05630000000

Iowa Polk County Des Moines 50316 Capitol East

1742 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA

This home is located at 1742 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50316 and is currently priced at $154,000, approximately $135 per square foot. This property was built in 1902. 1742 E Walnut St is a home located in Polk County with nearby schools including Capitol View Elementary School, Hiatt Middle School, and East High School.

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