Are yards well-kept in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 97% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 86% of users say kids play outside

Is Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say it's dog friendly

Is parking easy in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say parking is easy

Are the streets well-lit in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say streets are well-lit

Is a car needed in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say car is needed

Does Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say there's holiday spirit

Would people walk alone at night in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 62% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is there wildlife in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 32% of users say there's wildlife

Is Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 26% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 21% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are there community events in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 19% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

2334 E 42nd St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

2 Beds
1 Bath
855 sqft

$177,300

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 10, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,196/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$177,300

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 10, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,196/mo*

Refinance Your Home

2 Beds

1 Bath

855 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Description

This home is move in ready. All the big ticket items are done on this cute little ranch. From the roof, to windows, siding, water heater, leaf guard, and basement waterproofing. A new furnace and A/C were installed in 2009. All with warranties that transfer to the new owner. Enjoy a private backyard with mature trees and a two and a half car garage. This home is a great starter home, only one block from the elementary, middle school and on the snow bus route.

2334 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 855 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1961. It last sold for $103,500 on May 24, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $177,300, with a rent estimate of $1,415/month.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Patio

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

No Info

Listed

Less than a day ago

Home Details for 2334 E 42nd St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6969 sqft

Price History for 2334 E 42nd St

Date	Price	Event	Source
05/24/2016	$103,500	Sold	DMMLS #458031
Recording Date 05/24/2016 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/29/2016	$105,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $6,000 (-5%)
10/31/2015	$111,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $4,000 (-3%)
09/02/2015	$115,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-4%)
07/24/2015	$120,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $10,000 (-8%)
07/10/2015	$130,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026

Avg. sale price

$206K

$5.33KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

98.6%

0.4%MoM

Price per sq ft

$187

$3MoM

Available listings

1004

12MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$2,812
Assessment	$170,800

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2334 E 42nd St

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
2314 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.44	Single-Family Home	$108,500	11/10/25	2	1	700

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $190,100
2 bd
2 ba
855 sqft
2400 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $195,100
2 bd
2 ba
1,299 sqft
2348 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $204,900
2 bd
2 ba
931 sqft
2416 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $205,600
3 bd
2 ba
855 sqft
2420 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $203,800
3 bd
2 ba
855 sqft
2500 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $204,800
3 bd
1 ba
855 sqft
2504 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $183,400
3 bd
2 ba
1,404 sqft
2330 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $203,600
2 ba
829 sqft
2326 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $229,100
2 bd
1 ba
1,100 sqft
2320 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $246,100
2 ba
1,920 sqft
2314 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $250,700
4 bd
2 ba
1,920 sqft
2308 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317

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Neighborhood Overview

Sheridan Gardens

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What Locals Say about Sheridan Gardens

At least 31 Trulia users voted on each feature.

97 % Say yards are well-kept
94 % Say there are sidewalks
86 % Say kids play outside
84 % Say it's dog friendly
84 % Say parking is easy
76 % Say streets are well-lit
74 % Say car is needed
67 % Say there's holiday spirit
62 % Say people would walk alone at night
57 % Say it's quiet
55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say neighbors are friendly
32 % Say there's wildlife
26 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
21 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
19 % Say there are community events

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CK
Resident
5y ago
"There are many dog owners and many times they are walking their dogs. It is a dog friendly neighborhood. "
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BW
Resident
7y ago
"I’ve lived in this neighborhood since 2015. This neighborhood is a great place to raise a family in and overall the neighbors are nice and the neighborhood is quiet. Everyone keeps their yards looking neat. "
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