1917 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET

1917 E 38th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Gray's Woods
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 840 sqft (on 0.43 acres)

$169,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026

$169,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 14, 2026
2 Beds
1 Bath
840 sqft
(on 0.43 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$169K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-1.2%)
Since last year
Increased$35K (+26.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$71K (+74.4%)
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Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +20% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$167K
July 2026$167K
June 2026$169K
May 2026$149K
April 2026$150K
March 2026$172K
February 2026$167K
January 2026$163K
2025
2024
2023

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2314 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$108,500
11/10/25
2
1
700
Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1925 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.02
$140,600
2
1
1,133
Off Market
2107 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.08
$225,600
3
2
1,576
Off Market
2109 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.10
$188,400
3
1
801
Off Market
2121 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.12
$196,200
2
1
897
Off Market
2203 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.14
$194,300
3
1
840
Off Market
2205 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.15
$206,500
3
1
896
Off Market
1903 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.03
$169,400
4
2
1,000
Off Market
2754 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.10
$232,100
3
2
1,040
Off Market
2748 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.11
$207,200
3
1
1,040
Off Market
2742 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.12
$180,600
2
1
1,028
Off Market
2736 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.14
$181,300
3
1
912
Off Market
2730 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
1.15
$144,300
2
1
912
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1925
Lot Size
0.43 acres
Living Area
840 sqft
Price/Sqft
$202
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 1917 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA. 1917 E 38th St is in the Gray's Woods neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 840 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.43 acres and was built in 1925.
1917 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 840 sqft single-family home in Gray's Woods, built in 1925. It last sold for $95,920 on Jul 30, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $169,300, with a rent estimate of $1,286/month.

Home Details for 1917 E 38th St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeck
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925Year Updated: 1938
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.43 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 30, 2012
Source: N/A
Sold
$95,920

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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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 1917 E 38th St

  • What is 1917 E 38th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1917 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is $169,300.
  • What is the price history for 1917 E 38th St?
    1917 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $95,920 in July 2012.
  • 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.
  • Does 1917 E 38th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1917 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 1917 E 38th St?
    The lot at 1917 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.43 acres (18,905 sq ft).