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#723238, Brian Brenizer, Listing office: RE/MAX Precision
$125,000 List price
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
StatusActive
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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Last updated on: 7/29/2025, 10:45:28 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.
Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 06, 2016 | Home Sold | $18,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property 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.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $25,781. Typical income of Des Moines, IA residents is less than $<35k annually. Typical family type 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 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 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.
Active Listing: 1657 E Walnut St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
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.
In June 2025 more than 67 listings in Des Moines, IA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 78 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 153 were sold below. The number of listings in Des Moines, IA decreased by 7% between May and June 2025. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 38 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $216,801.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.