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 2102 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2102 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $204,000 .

What is the price history for 2102 E 42nd St?

2102 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $117,000 in March 2015.

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

Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.

Does 2102 E 42nd St have air conditioning?

Yes, 2102 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2102 E 42nd St?

The lot at 2102 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,708 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$204,000

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
840 sqft

2102 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Gray's Woods

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 26, 2015 for $117,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$204K

Since last month

$300 (+0.1%)

Since last year

$3K (+1.5%)

Since last sale

$88K (+75.2%)

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 +64% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$205K
August 2026	$205K
July 2026	$206K
June 2026	$207K
May 2026	$204K
April 2026	$203K
March 2026	$200K
February 2026	$198K
January 2026	$196K
2025
December 2025	$194K
November 2025	$199K
October 2025	$200K
September 2025	$202K
August 2025	$203K
July 2025	$205K
June 2025	$206K
May 2025	$206K
April 2025	$206K
March 2025	$203K
February 2025	$199K
January 2025	$199K
2024
December 2024	$202K
November 2024	$204K
October 2024	$203K
September 2024	$204K
August 2024	$201K
July 2024	$201K
June 2024	$203K
May 2024	$204K
April 2024	$204K
March 2024	$201K
February 2024	$198K
January 2024	$196K
2023
December 2023	$196K
November 2023	$194K
October 2023	$196K
September 2023	$196K
August 2023	$197K
July 2023	$197K
June 2023	$196K
May 2023	$192K
April 2023	$188K
March 2023	$183K
February 2023	$173K
January 2023	$167K
2022
December 2022	$168K
November 2022	$170K
October 2022	$176K
September 2022	$177K
August 2022	$177K
July 2022	$178K
June 2022	$180K
May 2022	$179K
April 2022	$173K
March 2022	$170K
February 2022	$168K
January 2022	$165K
2021
December 2021	$167K
November 2021	$167K
October 2021	$169K
September 2021	$169K
August 2021	$169K
July 2021	$169K
June 2021	$161K
May 2021	$148K
April 2021	$143K
March 2021	$140K
February 2021	$139K
January 2021	$138K
2020
December 2020	$137K
November 2020	$137K
October 2020	$137K
September 2020	$140K
August 2020	$135K
July 2020	$135K
June 2020	$135K
May 2020	$136K
April 2020	$138K
March 2020	$140K
February 2020	$139K
January 2020	$139K
2019
December 2019	$139K
November 2019	$139K
October 2019	$138K
September 2019	$138K
August 2019	$138K
July 2019	$140K
June 2019	$140K
May 2019	$139K
April 2019	$138K
March 2019	$135K
February 2019	$134K
January 2019	$134K
2018
December 2018	$136K
November 2018	$139K
October 2018	$138K
September 2018	$133K
August 2018	$131K
July 2018	$130K
June 2018	$130K
May 2018	$131K
April 2018	$134K
March 2018	$136K
February 2018	$135K
January 2018	$135K
2017
December 2017	$137K
November 2017	$134K
October 2017	$133K
September 2017	$134K
August 2017	$133K
July 2017	$132K
June 2017	$131K
May 2017	$131K
April 2017	$130K
March 2017	$129K
February 2017	$128K
January 2017	$128K
2016
December 2016	$127K
November 2016	$127K
October 2016	$127K
September 2016	$125K

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	0.25	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
2026 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$160,200	3	1	840	Off Market
2020 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$277,600	4	2	2,232	Off Market
2004 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$183,300	3	1	870	Off Market
2000 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$185,300	3	1	869	Off Market
1918 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.11	$141,600	1	2	638	Off Market
2106 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$84,400	1	1	480	Off Market
2118 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$165,000	Studio	1	744	Off Market
2120 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$231,100	3	2	1,625	Off Market
2200 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$197,600	3	1	961	Off Market
2204 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$224,600	3	1	1,153	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1971

840 sqft

$243/sqft

Garage

About this House

A beautiful east side ranch awaits you here! The main level starts with a nice deck at the front entry. Continue into the open floor plan with a large, eat-in kitchen (lots of cupboards/counter space) with a large deck off of the back for cookouts, living room, 3 BR and a full BA. The basement has lots of storage, an open area ready for finish, laundry room, nonconforming 4th BR with sitting room and closet, and a large full BA. Lots of updates; 2008 replaced driveway from street to gate; 2009 new windows, siding and gutters; 2010 water heater; 2013 new sump pump and upstairs BA remodeled; 2014 new paint, new front door. A fenced back yard and an oversized 2 1/2 car detached garage completes the package. Home warranty included. Come see for yourself!

2102 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 840 sqft single-family home in Gray's Woods, built in 1971. It last sold for $117,000 on Mar 26, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $204,000, with a rent estimate of $1,398/month.

Home Details for 2102 E 42nd St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherMicrowaveWasher

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherDeckExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1971
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6708 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 26, 2015 Source: DMMLS #445800	Sold	$117,000
Feb 11, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$115,000
Jan 21, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$115,000 Price decreased by 1%
Dec 10, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$116,500 Price decreased by 3%
Nov 26, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$120,000
Dec 26, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$106,500
Jun 22, 2006 Source: N/A	Sold	$111,000
Jun 6, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$82,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,514	$170,400

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$214K

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$192

$1MoM

Available listings

1060

36MoM

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
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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 2102 E 42nd St

What is 2102 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2102 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $204,000.
What is the price history for 2102 E 42nd St?
2102 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $117,000 in March 2015.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
Does 2102 E 42nd St have air conditioning?
Yes, 2102 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2102 E 42nd St?
The lot at 2102 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.15 acres (6,708 sq ft).