1617 E Walnut St, Des Moines, IA, 50316
About This Home
This is a fabulous starter home at an affordable price that is move in ready. There are 3 bedrooms and a full bath on the upper level along with the laundry facilities. No hauling loads of laundry up and down the stairs! The main level includes the living room, dining area, a half bath and a nice kitchen with tile floors and ample countertop space. Bonus is that the kitchen and laundry appliances stay! There is a celler for access during scary weather if needed. Out the back door you will find ample parking space, a 2 car detached garage and a chicken coop. The sellers will leave the chicken coop or remove it per buyers request. The front yard is fully fenced for the children and fur babies:) Make this your new home today:)
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1903
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One and One Half Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Stove,Washer
- Laundry features: Upper Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Dining Area
Heating
- Heating features: Natural Gas
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 963
- Total interior livable area: 963 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 04005595000000
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Lot size: 5,967 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 35 x 171
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Strong Wind
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Iowa Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $783 | $9,396 |
| Home Insurance * | $139 | $1,668 |
| Property Taxes | $223 | $2,676 |
| Electricity | $121 | $1,452 |
| Total | $1,266 | $15,192 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Iowa FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-12 | Pending sale | $155,000 |
| 2026-08-01 | Price change | $155,000 |
| 2026-07-14 | Listed for sale | $159,900 |
| 2017-12-30 | Sold | $47,201 |
| 2017-07-25 | Sold | $115,000 |
| 2016-12-30 | Sold | $47,201 |
| 2016-11-22 | Price change | $46,000 |
| 2016-10-05 | Listed for sale | -- |
| 2016-08-15 | Sold | $50,730 |
| 2008-09-05 | Sold | $77,000 |
| 2008-04-16 | Listing removed | $94,500 |
| 2008-02-09 | Price change | $94,500 |
| 2007-11-24 | Listed for sale | $98,800 |
| 1997-06-04 | Sold | $34,500 |
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