$193,300
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 897 sqft (on 0.29 acres)
2121 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 6, 2017 for $127,700
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$193KSince last month
Decreased$3K (-1.6%)Since last year
Decreased$2K (-1%)Since last sale
Increased$64K (+50.3%)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 +46% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| November 2026 | $192K |
| October 2026 | $193K |
| September 2026 | $195K |
| August 2026 | $194K |
| July 2026 | $197K |
| June 2026 | $198K |
| May 2026 | $195K |
| April 2026 | $195K |
| March 2026 | $191K |
| February 2026 | $189K |
| January 2026 | $188K |
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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 |
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0.02 | $182,900 | 3 | 1 | 801 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $189,100 | 3 | 1 | 840 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $196,100 | 3 | 1 | 855 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $212,100 | 2 | 1 | 1,290 | Off Market | |
0.03 | $176,900 | 3 | 2 | 855 | Off Market | |
0.03 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.03 | $165,800 | 3 | 1 | 1,200 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $220,600 | 3 | 2 | 1,576 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $191,200 | 4 | 2 | 1,355 | Off Market | |
0.04 | $191,100 | 2 | 1 | 816 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $171,300 | 2 | 1 | 1,500 | Off Market | |
0.06 | - | 3 | - | - | Off Market | |
0.06 | $117,400 | 2 | 1 | 640 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $175,000 | 2 | 1 | 784 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $180,500 | 3 | 1 | 778 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1956
0.29 acre lot
897 sqft
$215/sqft
Garage
About this House
Move in ready home. Maintenance free exterior. 2 decks one on front side and one on back off kitchen sliders. Updated kitchen, living room with beautiful wood floors.
2121 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 897 sqft single-family home in Gray's Woods, built in 1956. It last sold for $127,700 on Oct 6, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $193,300, with a rent estimate of $1,315/month.
Home Details for 2121 E 38th St
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Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Laminate |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Concrete |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1956 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 0.29 acres |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Oct 6, 2017 Source: DMMLS #547591 | Sold | $127,700 |
Sep 11, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $127,700 |
Sep 11, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $127,700 |
Jul 25, 2014 Source: DMMLS #435969 | Sold | $117,500 |
Jun 9, 2014 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $119,900 Price increased by 4% |
May 15, 2014 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $115,000 |
Dec 2, 2005 Source: N/A | Sold | $119,500 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $2,950 | $179,800 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Des Moines
Last updated September 2026
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
Around this home
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 2121 E 38th St
- What is 2121 E 38th St estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 2121 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is $193,300.
- What is the price history for 2121 E 38th St?2121 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $127,700 in October 2017.
- 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.
- Does 2121 E 38th St have air conditioning?Yes, 2121 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 2121 E 38th St?The lot at 2121 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.29 acres (12,589 sq ft).