1908 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

1908 E 42nd St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Gray's Woods
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,008 sqft

$186,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,020/mo*
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$186,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,020/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,008 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$186K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$4K (+2.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$56K (+42.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate and the value of nearby homes.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +128% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$186K
July 2026$192K
June 2026$187K
May 2026$184K
April 2026$180K
March 2026$174K
February 2026$174K
January 2026$169K
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Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1918 E 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.00
$153,300
2
1
936
Off Market
1922 E 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.00
$234,800
3
2
1,296
Off Market
1924 E 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.00
$170,500
2
2
1,042
Off Market
2002 E 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.00
$175,100
2
1
978
Off Market
2004 E 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.00
$196,600
2
1
832
Off Market
2010 E 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.00
$147,400
3
1
1,054
Off Market
1722 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.11
-
3
1
1,042
Off Market
1711 Williams St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.11
-
-
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1946
Living Area
1,008 sqft
Price/Sqft
$185
Parking
Garage

About this House

2 bedroom 1 bath ranch with 2 car attached garage and breezeway. Home sits on a corner lot with a good sized yard with 2 small sheds. Large bathroom and eat in kitchen.
1908 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,008 sqft single-family home in Gray's Woods, built in 1946. It last sold for $130,000 on Sep 17, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $186,400, with a rent estimate of $1,434/month.

Home Details for 1908 E 42nd St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Stone
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1946
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8842 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 17, 2018
Source: N/A
Sold
$130,000
Mar 9, 2018
Source: DMMLS #554080
Sold
$62,500
Jan 27, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$69,900

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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
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Neighborhood Overview

Gray's Woods
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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

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Frequently asked questions about 1908 E 42nd St

  • What is 1908 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1908 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $186,400.
  • What is the price history for 1908 E 42nd St?
    1908 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $130,000 in September 2018.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 1908 E 42nd St?
    The lot at 1908 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.20 acres (8,842 sq ft).
  • Does 1908 E 42nd St have a garage?
    Yes, 1908 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has a garage.