#720498, Dayna Foust, Listing office: RE/MAX Concepts
Property details
About 1649 Capitol Ave
Property ready for a first time home buyer or a savvy investor. This property had the siding & roof replaced in recent years. In the main level there is a "bonus room" and 1 bath, the second level has 3 bdrs. and 1 bath.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, Propane
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,333 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1905
MLS #722835
Summary
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Propane
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $129,900
- Price/SqFt: $97
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,516
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Rectangular Lot
- Directions: From I235 take off on exit E 14th St, then south to Capitol Ave, turn east for almost 3 blocks (between E 16th & E 17th), house on the south side of the street.
- Year Built: 1905
- Living Area: 1,333 SqFt
- MLS Number: 722835
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Century 21 Signature
- Office Phone: (515) 708-1699
- Listing Agent: Rafael Geronimo
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 03, 2013 | Home Sold | $85,000 |
| Oct 09, 2007 | Home Sold | $83,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $97,500 | $1,516 |
| 2021 | $77,000 | $1,516 |
| 2020 | $67,300 | $1,516 |
| 2019 | $67,300 | $1,272 |
| 2018 | $56,500 | $1,272 |
| 2017 | $56,500 | $1,186 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Capitol View Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.2 mi
•320 E 16th St
1
Carver Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.2 mi
•705 E University Ave
2
Phillips Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•1701 Lay St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $25,781. Most Des Moines, IA residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
61%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
1%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
37%
Single, No Kids
27%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
19%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
23%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
40%
35-64 yrs old
5%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Mexican League Soccer
Pro Boxing
NHRA Drag Racing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Family Dollar
Big Lots
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Church's Chicken
White Castle
Golden Corral
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Kia
Toyota
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rock
Adult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1649 Capitol Ave
The listing price of 1649 Capitol Ave property is $129,900.
The property 1649 Capitol Ave is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50316.
Active Listing: 1649 Capitol Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1649 Capitol Ave are: Capitol View Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Carver Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Phillips Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hiatt Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Goodrell Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Harding Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), North High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,516 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 3, 2013 for $85,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1649 Capitol Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1649 Capitol Ave is 1,333 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1649 Capitol Ave is 1905.
This home is located at 1649 Capitol Ave in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Capitol East neighborhood. This 1,333 square foot home was built in 1905. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $129,900.
Over 67 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Des Moines, IA. In the same period over 153 listings were sold below the listed price and 78 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $216,801 and the average listing age was 38 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.