For sale

Price cut: $5K (11/17)

$215,000

1840 Capitol Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316

4beds

1,399sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence

Built in 1912

6,490.44 Square Feet Lot

$214,200 Zestimate^®

$154/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Privacy and securityFully fenced-in yardMassive front porch

Charming 1.5-story home located in the desirable Fairgrounds neighborhood, just minutes from Downtown Des Moines. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom property offers plenty of space and character throughout. Enjoy relaxing or entertaining on the massive front porch, perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings. The home features a fully fenced-in yard providing both privacy and security, plus a convenient storage shed for all your outdoor needs. With its close proximity to downtown, shopping, dining, and local events, this home combines comfort, convenience, and classic charm — an ideal place to call your own.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
3/4 bathrooms: 2

Heating

Forced Air, Gas, Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
Laundry: Main Level

Features

Dining Area
Basement: Unfinished

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,399
Total interior livable area: 1,399 sqft
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Features

Levels: One and One Half
Stories: 1.5
Fencing: Wood

Lot

Size: 6,490.44 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 x 130
Features: Rectangular Lot

Details

Parcel number: 040/02382000000
Zoning: N3C

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: One and One Half Story
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Block
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1912

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Des Moines

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $154/sqft
Tax assessed value: $184,300
Annual tax amount: $3,998
Date on market: 10/9/2025
Cumulative days on market: 67 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Road surface type: Concrete

Estimated market value

$214,200

$203,000 - $225,000

$1,509/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
11/17/2025	Price change	$215,000-2.3%$154/sqft
Source: DMMLS #728030 Report a problem
10/28/2025	Price change	$220,000-4.3%$157/sqft
Source: DMMLS #728030 Report a problem
10/21/2025	Price change	$230,000-2.1%$164/sqft
Source: DMMLS #728030 Report a problem
10/9/2025	Listed for sale	$235,000+6.8%$168/sqft
Source: DMMLS #728030 Report a problem
9/6/2023	Sold	$220,000$157/sqft
Source: DMMLS #679884 Report a problem