“Shane was very helpful and he answered all of my questions in a timely and professional manner. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone in the Ames area.”
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“Isaiah was always professional and very fast to respond. He walked me through the process from start to finish and answered any questions I had along the way. He was great to work with, and I would definitely recommend him to anyone buying or selling a house.”
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“Lacie was amazing throughout the whole buying experience as a first-time home owner. She made every effort to keep me informed during our buying process and shown her expertise when any questions arose. When there were some questions she couldn't answer she was able to defer me to the appriorate subject-matter expert whether it was an electrician for electrical questions/work to inspection questions. She was absolutely fantastic to work with and would highly recommend her to friends and family that are looking to buy/sell now and later! Thank you Lacie Shelby for working with my partner and I. Thank you even more for making our first home purchase worth it!”
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“Wendy Beal was knowledgeable and very proffesional. Her familiarity of the Ankeny market and current trends were of great help in setting the strategy for selling our home. We would highly recommend Wendy Beal for anybody looking to buy or sell in central Iowa.”
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“She did go really far out of her way to show a house and had really good input on things we didn't notice”
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“Deanna was amazing! She listened to me & understood my goals. She answered all questions & was respectful of my wants & needs. She was quick with responses & was there for me every step of the process.”
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“To whom it my concern, It is our immense pleasure to recommend Viola Salvato as a real estate agent for any individual or family searching for the ideal home. Viola had an initial meeting with us regarding our specific needs in a home as well as our budgetary limits. She is highly talented and immediately found us numerous listings of homes. She did not waste our time with homes that were not in line with our needs. Viola is a master with contract negotiation she came up with a deal that was good for us as well as making the seller happy. She knows the area like the back of her hand and there is nothing that escapes her attention when it comes to properties for sale in this area. We found Viola to be a highly attentive agent, almost as if we were her only customers, although we know that was not the case. She returned all phone calls and emails the same day. We never felt neglected or unimportant. She also is highly personable with an engaging personality. She is hands down the best!”
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“Dakotah was amazing to work with! Dakotah was referred to us by someone and we will continue to refer him to others. Knowledgeable about the Des Moines area and homes in the area. Always felt that Dakotah was looking out for us as first time home buyers and helped us explain the home buying process in great detail. When we do decide to sell our incredible home, we will surely work with Dakotah again!”
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“Roger was very responsive to our house selling & buying needs. He also presented to us additional options on other properties to consider besides the ones we found of interest to your.”
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“Matt cares deeply about his clients and is as trustworthy as they come. He was a fantastic guide and advisor through our home buying process. We ran into a number of snafus and hiccups but he navigated us through them to secure a good deal. Highly recommend Matt!”
Berkshire Hathaway Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
“Enjoyed working with Rich and his team. Our acreage sold quickly and we received multiple offers.”
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“Julie really knows how to market a property and obtain a ton of exposure. She was extremely helpful and insightful in selling my house. She also really cares for her clients.”
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Capitol East real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Capitol East real estate market, updated for October 2025. *
The typical home value in Capitol East is projected to be $109,000 for the month of October. September’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the neighborhood to be $140,000—up 75.0% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, city-level data pegged home values at $220,000 in Des Moines for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $220,530 in October.
Capitol East had 9 new listings and 8 listings that went under contract in September, decreasing the area’s total available inventory to 8—down 20.0% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further decreased in October.
The median listing price for homes in Capitol East fell 0.0% from August to September, bringing the current median listing price to $154,000. Based on projected data for October, listing prices may continue to fall.
The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract fell year-over-year. In September 2025, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 64 days, compared to 110 days in September 2024. In recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be decreasing. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this October.
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Learn more about what Capitol East has to offer.
Capitol East offers residents a vibrant, walkable community with convenient parks, diverse local dining and shopping, and a welcoming, connected neighborhood vibe.
Capitol East places you at the heart of civic life, with the gold dome of the Iowa State Capitol just up the street and the creative energy of the East Village a short stroll away. Residents enjoy leafy blocks of early 20th-century homes alongside thoughtful infill, all within minutes of cultural mainstays like the State Historical Museum of Iowa and riverfront paths that lead to the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. Quick access to I-235 and frequent DART routes along key corridors make commuting around Des Moines straightforward.
Families appreciate the neighborhood’s connection to Des Moines Public Schools, with Capitol View Elementary, Hiatt Middle, and East High offering a range of academic and co-curricular opportunities. Weekends feel easy here: grab coffee before a Capitol Complex event, browse independent shops and eateries in the East Village, or head a few minutes west to the historic streets of Sherman Hill. Civic greenspaces host seasonal gatherings, and nearby community centers and libraries keep calendars full for all ages.
Situated in Polk County, Capitol East balances everyday convenience with a sense of place that’s hard to replicate—walkable, engaged, and close to everything. Whether you’re planning your first move to the area or your next one within it, Agent Pronto can connect you with a top local real estate pro to help you buy or sell with confidence.
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