#718346, Roberta McAfee, Listing office: McAfee Realty
$162,000 List price
1742 E Walnut St Des Moines, IA 50316
3 beds
1 bath
1,134 sqft
0.1 acres
$143 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1742 E Walnut St
Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, ¾-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.
Highlights
Home typeResidential
HeatingBaseboard, Electric, Other
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,134 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.132 Acres
Year built1902
ParkingAttached, Carport, Garage, One Car Garage
MLS #722774
Attached garage1 space
Summary
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Vinyl
- Interior: Separate/Formal Dining Room, Window Treatments
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Attached, Carport, Garage, One Car Garage
- Exterior: Fully Fenced
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Other
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $162,000
- Price/SqFt: $142
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,578
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: I-235 to East 14th St. South to E Walnut. East to home.
- Year Built: 1902
- Living Area: 1,134 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.132 Acres
- MLS Number: 722774
- MLS Name: DMAAR
- Office Name: Platinum Realty LLC
- Office Phone: (515) 360-9434
- Listing Agent: JC Wilson
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 22, 2022 | Home Sold | $112,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $115,600 | $1,578 |
| 2021 | $85,900 | $1,578 |
| 2020 | $60,900 | $1,578 |
| 2019 | $60,900 | $1,296 |
| 2018 | $48,700 | $1,296 |
| 2017 | $48,700 | $1,584 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
Capitol View Elementary School
Public District EE-5
0.3 mi
•320 E 16th St
1
Carver Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 mi
•705 E University Ave
2
Phillips Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.3 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. 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 1742 E Walnut St
The listing price of 1742 E Walnut St property is $162,000.
The property 1742 E Walnut St is a house located in Des Moines, Iowa, 50316.
Active Listing: 1742 E Walnut St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1742 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), 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 $1,578 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on February 22, 2022 for $112,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1742 E Walnut St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 1742 E Walnut St is 1,134 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1742 E Walnut St is 1902.
This home is located at 1742 E Walnut St in Des Moines, IA and zip code 50316 in the Capitol East neighborhood. This 1,134 square foot home, which was built in 1902, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $162,000.
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. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $216,801, while the average time on the real estate market was 38 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.