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

$183,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,008 sqft

1908 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Gray's Woods
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 17, 2018 for $130,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$183K
Since last month
Decreased$8K (-4%)
Since last year
Increased$3K (+1.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$52K (+40.1%)
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 +121% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
November 2026$182K
October 2026$189K
September 2026$190K
August 2026$194K
July 2026$192K
June 2026$187K
May 2026$184K
April 2026$180K
March 2026$174K
February 2026$174K
January 2026$169K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
2001 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$136,000
09/08/26
3
2
1,115
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
1827 Williams St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.02
$141,200
1
1
626
Off Market
1823 Williams St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.03
$254,400
6
3
2,048
Off Market
1901 Williams St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.03
$170,300
2
1
1,080
Off Market
1918 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.03
$138,500
1
2
638
Off Market
1811 Williams St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.04
$216,300
3
1
1,008
Off Market
1909 Williams St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.04
$104,700
2
1
520
Off Market
1801 Williams St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.04
$181,300
2
1
864
Off Market
2001 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.05
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1913 Williams St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.05
$208,200
3
2
994
Off Market
4147 Mattern Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.05
$106,600
1
1
728
Off Market
1900 Williams St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.05
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1920 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.06
$232,400
3
2
1,350
Off Market
4148 Mattern Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.06
$178,300
3
1
1,025
Off Market
1911 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.06
-
Studio
-
-
Off Market
1904 Williams St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.06
$220,300
3
1
1,049
Off Market
4139 Mattern Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.07
$147,500
Studio
-
-
Off Market
4152 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.07
$213,900
4
2
1,620
Off Market
1908 Williams St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.07
$246,100
3
2
1,120
Off Market
1924 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.07
$123,100
2
1
832
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1946
1,008 sqft
$182/sqft
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. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $183,000, with a rent estimate of $1,359/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 September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$216K
$1.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$192
$1MoM
Available listings
1084
24MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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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 $183,000.
  • 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 buyer'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 $216K. That is up $1.67K 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.

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