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 2121 E 38th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2121 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is $195,000 .

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 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 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).

OFF MARKET

$195,000

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
897 sqft (on 0.29 acres)

2121 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Gray's Woods

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 6, 2017 for $127,700

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$195K

Since last month

$3K (-1.7%)

Since last year

$2K (-1.1%)

Since last sale

$66K (+51.7%)

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 +49% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$194K
July 2026	$197K
June 2026	$198K
May 2026	$195K
April 2026	$195K
March 2026	$191K
February 2026	$189K
January 2026	$188K
2025
December 2025	$186K
November 2025	$191K
October 2025	$194K
September 2025	$194K
August 2025	$196K
July 2025	$197K
June 2025	$199K
May 2025	$197K
April 2025	$197K
March 2025	$195K
February 2025	$191K
January 2025	$191K
2024
December 2024	$193K
November 2024	$196K
October 2024	$196K
September 2024	$195K
August 2024	$195K
July 2024	$195K
June 2024	$195K
May 2024	$196K
April 2024	$193K
March 2024	$190K
February 2024	$188K
January 2024	$185K
2023
December 2023	$186K
November 2023	$184K
October 2023	$187K
September 2023	$187K
August 2023	$188K
July 2023	$189K
June 2023	$187K
May 2023	$182K
April 2023	$178K
March 2023	$175K
February 2023	$170K
January 2023	$169K
2022
December 2022	$170K
November 2022	$172K
October 2022	$176K
September 2022	$177K
August 2022	$176K
July 2022	$176K
June 2022	$177K
May 2022	$176K
April 2022	$171K
March 2022	$168K
February 2022	$166K
January 2022	$164K
2021
December 2021	$164K
November 2021	$165K
October 2021	$166K
September 2021	$166K
August 2021	$167K
July 2021	$168K
June 2021	$163K
May 2021	$156K
April 2021	$151K
March 2021	$146K
February 2021	$141K
January 2021	$140K
2020
December 2020	$139K
November 2020	$141K
October 2020	$143K
September 2020	$145K
August 2020	$143K
July 2020	$144K
June 2020	$143K
May 2020	$142K
April 2020	$140K
March 2020	$139K
February 2020	$138K
January 2020	$138K
2019
December 2019	$138K
November 2019	$138K
October 2019	$137K
September 2019	$137K
August 2019	$138K
July 2019	$138K
June 2019	$138K
May 2019	$136K
April 2019	$137K
March 2019	$137K
February 2019	$137K
January 2019	$135K
2018
December 2018	$134K
November 2018	$133K
October 2018	$135K
September 2018	$134K
August 2018	$134K
July 2018	$134K
June 2018	$133K
May 2018	$133K
April 2018	$132K
March 2018	$131K
February 2018	$131K
January 2018	$130K
2017
December 2017	$130K
November 2017	$128K
October 2017	$128K
September 2017	$126K
August 2017	$132K
July 2017	$136K
June 2017	$136K
May 2017	$136K
April 2017	$135K
March 2017	$134K
February 2017	$133K
January 2017	$132K
2016
December 2016	$131K
November 2016	$131K
October 2016	$131K
September 2016	$130K

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
2314 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.13	Single-Family Home	$108,500	11/10/25	2	1	700

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
2203 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$190,000	3	1	840	Off Market
2205 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$205,500	3	1	896	Off Market
2230 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$167,900	2	1	1,084	Off Market
2208 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$173,000	2	1	1,500	Off Market
2206 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$193,600	4	2	1,355	Off Market
2200 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$169,100	3	1	1,200	Off Market
2109 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$185,000	3	1	801	Off Market
2107 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$225,000	3	2	1,576	Off Market
1925 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.10	$138,500	2	1	1,133	Off Market
1917 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.12	$159,400	2	1	840	Off Market
1903 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.15	$165,300	4	2	1,000	Off Market
2754 E Jefferson Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.10	$232,900	3	2	1,040	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1956

Lot Size

0.29 acres

Living Area

897 sqft

Price/Sqft

$217

Parking

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 $195,000, with a rent estimate of $1,378/month.

Home Details for 2121 E 38th 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
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Laminate

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.29 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
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
2025	$2,950	$179,800

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

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

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
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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 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 $195,000.
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 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 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).