Are yards well-kept in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say yards are well-kept

Is a car needed in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say car is needed

Would people walk alone at night in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is parking easy in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say parking is easy

Do residents of Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's dog friendly

Do kids play outside in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say kids play outside

Is there wildlife in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say there's wildlife

Does Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say there's holiday spirit

Does Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there are sidewalks

Are neighbors friendly in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are the streets well-lit in Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say it's quiet

Is Gray's Woods, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 20% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

What is 1903 E 38th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1903 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is $165,300 .

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.

What are the closest schools to 1903 E 38th St?

The closest schools to 1903 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA are Brubaker Elementary School (rated 2/10), East High School (rated 3/10), Hoyt Middle School (rated 2/10).

How big is the lot at 1903 E 38th St?

The lot at 1903 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.43 acres (18,905 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$165,300

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,000 sqft (on 0.43 acres)

1903 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Gray's Woods

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$165K

Since last month

$15K (-8.4%)

Since last year

$14K (+9.3%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +84% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$161K
July 2026	$176K
June 2026	$174K
May 2026	$169K
April 2026	$164K
March 2026	$158K
February 2026	$143K
January 2026	$148K
2025
December 2025	$135K
November 2025	$144K
October 2025	$141K
September 2025	$149K
August 2025	$147K
July 2025	$154K
June 2025	$149K
May 2025	$154K
April 2025	$151K
March 2025	$139K
February 2025	$132K
January 2025	$127K
2024
December 2024	$132K
November 2024	$132K
October 2024	$145K
September 2024	$145K
August 2024	$153K
July 2024	$158K
June 2024	$157K
May 2024	$160K
April 2024	$156K
March 2024	$150K
February 2024	$138K
January 2024	$132K
2023
December 2023	$136K
November 2023	$139K
October 2023	$139K
September 2023	$143K
August 2023	$141K
July 2023	$142K
June 2023	$148K
May 2023	$144K
April 2023	$138K
March 2023	$134K
February 2023	$126K
January 2023	$129K
2022
December 2022	$132K
November 2022	$141K
October 2022	$146K
September 2022	$149K
August 2022	$147K
July 2022	$151K
June 2022	$153K
May 2022	$152K
April 2022	$145K
March 2022	$147K
February 2022	$149K
January 2022	$146K
2021
December 2021	$149K
November 2021	$149K
October 2021	$149K
September 2021	$148K
August 2021	$147K
July 2021	$146K
June 2021	$136K
May 2021	$117K
April 2021	$118K
March 2021	$104K
February 2021	$97K
January 2021	$92K
2020
December 2020	$95K
November 2020	$94K
October 2020	$88K
September 2020	$103K
August 2020	$92K
July 2020	$94K
June 2020	$89K
May 2020	$85K
April 2020	$83K
March 2020	$87K
February 2020	$94K
January 2020	$100K
2019
December 2019	$104K
November 2019	$100K
October 2019	$109K
September 2019	$115K
August 2019	$114K
July 2019	$110K
June 2019	$103K
May 2019	$99K
April 2019	$100K
March 2019	$97K
February 2019	$95K
January 2019	$91K
2018
December 2018	$91K
November 2018	$93K
October 2018	$94K
September 2018	$98K
August 2018	$94K
July 2018	$93K
June 2018	$91K
May 2018	$88K
April 2018	$87K
March 2018	$81K
February 2018	$80K
January 2018	$81K
2017
December 2017	$83K
November 2017	$78K
October 2017	$74K
September 2017	$74K
August 2017	$73K
July 2017	$78K
June 2017	$77K
May 2017	$77K
April 2017	$76K
March 2017	$78K
February 2017	$77K
January 2017	$76K
2016
December 2016	$79K
November 2016	$80K
October 2016	$86K
September 2016	$87K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3724 Indianapolis Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.40	Single-Family Home	$260,000	09/26/25	2	1	741

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
1917 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$159,400	2	1	840	Off Market
1925 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$138,500	2	1	1,133	Off Market
2107 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.11	$225,000	3	2	1,576	Off Market
2109 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.13	$185,000	3	1	801	Off Market
2121 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.15	$195,000	2	1	897	Off Market
2203 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.17	$190,000	3	1	840	Off Market
2754 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.10	$232,900	3	2	1,040	Off Market
2748 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.11	$207,000	3	1	1,040	Off Market
2742 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.12	$180,400	2	1	1,028	Off Market
2736 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.14	$180,600	3	1	912	Off Market
2730 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.15	$142,700	2	1	912	Off Market
2724 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.17	$191,000	3	1	1,020	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1903 E 38th St.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1906

Lot Size

0.43 acres

Living Area

1,000 sqft

Price/Sqft

$165

About this House

3 bedroom home with 4th bedroom in basement and egress window & walk-in closet. Very finishable basement. Split bedroom plan with master bedroom with attached bathroom at the rear of the home. Two bedrooms and second full bath towards the front. Vaulted ceilings in master bedroom & kitchen with wood beams. You have to get inside this one.<br/><br/>Brokered and Advertised by: REMAX Real Estate Group<br/>Listing Agent: Stacey Carpenter<br/>

1903 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,000 sqft single-family home in Gray's Woods, built in 1906. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $165,300, with a rent estimate of $1,507/month.

Home Details for 1903 E 38th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Masonry

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1906Year Updated: 1944
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.43 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
May 9, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$95,000
Apr 12, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$95,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,790	$113,600

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$215K

$3.57KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$0MoM

Available listings

1022

12MoM

Around this home

Brubaker Elementary School
K-5
Public
551 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
10 stars.. I love Love Love this school and if i ever had to i would do an open enrollment to keep him there
Parent Review
7y ago
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What Locals Say about Gray's Woods

At least 3 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say yards are well-kept
86 % Say car is needed
86 % Say people would walk alone at night
86 % Say parking is easy
71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
67 % Say it's dog friendly
60 % Say kids play outside
57 % Say there's wildlife
56 % Say there's holiday spirit
50 % Say there are sidewalks
38 % Say neighbors are friendly
33 % Say streets are well-lit
33 % Say it's quiet
20 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Frequently asked questions about 1903 E 38th St

What is 1903 E 38th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1903 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is $165,300.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
What are the closest schools to 1903 E 38th St?
The closest schools to 1903 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA are Brubaker Elementary School (rated 2/10), East High School (rated 3/10), Hoyt Middle School (rated 2/10).
How big is the lot at 1903 E 38th St?
The lot at 1903 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.43 acres (18,905 sq ft).