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$125,000

1657 E Walnut St Des Moines, IA 50316

2 beds
1 full
753 sqft
0.07 acres
$166 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1657 E Walnut St

Welcome home to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home nestled on a desirable corner lot on the east side of Des Moines just minutes from the Iowa State Fairgrounds and downtown! Centrally located for easy access to everything the city has to offer, this home features a fully fenced-in yard perfect for pets, play, or your own garden oasis. Inside, enjoy peace of mind with major updates already done for you including a brand new A/C unit in 2024, newer roof, and a furnace replaced in 2018. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizer, or investor, this property offers great value, comfort, and convenience. Don't miss your opportunity to make it yours!

Highlights

Home typeResidential
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
CoolingCentral Air
Size753 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.069 Acres
Year built1885
MLS #720259

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Stove
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Architectural Style: One and One Half Story
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $125,000
  • Price/SqFt: $166
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,192
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Head South on E 14th St. Then head East on Walnut St. The property will be on the South side of Walnut St.
  • Year Built: 1885
  • Living Area: 753 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.069 Acres
  • MLS Number: 720259
  • MLS Name: DMAAR
  • Office Name: EXIT Realty & Associates
  • Office Phone: (515) 253-3948
  • Listing Agent: Antonio Romero

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 06, 2016
Home Sold
$18,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$66,800$1,192
2021$52,900$1,192
2020$46,000$1,192
2019$46,000$1,024
2018$38,500$1,024
2017$38,500$970

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.

All data from GreatSchools

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. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

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 SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • NHRA Drag RacingNHRA Drag Racing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Big LotsBig Lots

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Golden CorralGolden Corral

What do the neighbors drive?

  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • KiaKia
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • RockRock
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1657 E Walnut St

The listing price of 1657 E Walnut St property is $125,000.

The property 1657 E Walnut St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50316.

Sale Pending: 1657 E Walnut St is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.

The nearby schools for 1657 E Walnut St 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), Weeks 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 $1,192 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 6, 2016 for $18,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 1657 E Walnut St has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 1657 E Walnut St is 753 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 1657 E Walnut St is 1885.

This home is located at 1657 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Capitol East neighborhood. This 753 square foot home, which was built in 1885, sits on a 0.07 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $125,000.

Des Moines, IA housing market in June 2025 saw over 67 listings sold above listed price, more than 78 sold at listed price and over 153 sold below. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 38 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $216,801 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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