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

What is 2401 E 40th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2401 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is $209,000 .

What is the price history for 2401 E 40th St?

2401 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $175,900 in March 2021.

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 2401 E 40th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 2401 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2401 E 40th St?

The lot at 2401 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.14 acres (6,316 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$209,000

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,207 sqft

2401 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $1,426/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 31, 2021 for $175,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$209K

Since last month

$400 (-0.2%)

Since last year

$700 (-0.3%)

Since last sale

$34K (+19.2%)

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 +87% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$210K
July 2026	$210K
June 2026	$209K
May 2026	$211K
April 2026	$212K
March 2026	$210K
February 2026	$207K
January 2026	$207K
2025
December 2025	$206K
November 2025	$210K
October 2025	$210K
September 2025	$209K
August 2025	$210K
July 2025	$212K
June 2025	$213K
May 2025	$214K
April 2025	$213K
March 2025	$211K
February 2025	$207K
January 2025	$207K
2024
December 2024	$208K
November 2024	$209K
October 2024	$211K
September 2024	$211K
August 2024	$212K
July 2024	$213K
June 2024	$213K
May 2024	$214K
April 2024	$213K
March 2024	$209K
February 2024	$205K
January 2024	$204K
2023
December 2023	$204K
November 2023	$204K
October 2023	$206K
September 2023	$206K
August 2023	$207K
July 2023	$208K
June 2023	$205K
May 2023	$203K
April 2023	$199K
March 2023	$197K
February 2023	$189K
January 2023	$188K
2022
December 2022	$186K
November 2022	$196K
October 2022	$199K
September 2022	$204K
August 2022	$203K
July 2022	$202K
June 2022	$201K
May 2022	$198K
April 2022	$198K
March 2022	$194K
February 2022	$192K
January 2022	$192K
2021
December 2021	$190K
November 2021	$188K
October 2021	$185K
September 2021	$184K
August 2021	$184K
July 2021	$184K
June 2021	$182K
May 2021	$179K
April 2021	$177K
March 2021	$170K
February 2021	$170K
January 2021	$166K
2020
December 2020	$141K
November 2020	$141K
October 2020	$140K
September 2020	$139K
August 2020	$139K
July 2020	$139K
June 2020	$137K
May 2020	$137K
April 2020	$138K
March 2020	$137K
February 2020	$137K
January 2020	$139K
2019
December 2019	$138K
November 2019	$138K
October 2019	$139K
September 2019	$139K
August 2019	$137K
July 2019	$139K
June 2019	$140K
May 2019	$140K
April 2019	$135K
March 2019	$137K
February 2019	$135K
January 2019	$135K
2018
December 2018	$135K
November 2018	$134K
October 2018	$155K
September 2018	$155K
August 2018	$155K
July 2018	$132K
June 2018	$132K
May 2018	$130K
April 2018	$129K
March 2018	$128K
February 2018	$127K
January 2018	$127K
2017
December 2017	$131K
November 2017	$129K
October 2017	$128K
September 2017	$128K
August 2017	$129K
July 2017	$126K
June 2017	$124K
May 2017	$123K
April 2017	$120K
March 2017	$116K
February 2017	$116K
January 2017	$114K
2016
December 2016	$113K
November 2016	$114K
October 2016	$114K
September 2016	$112K

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
2404 E 37th Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.31	Single-Family Home	$182,000	05/15/26	3	1	840

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
2335 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$192,600	4	2	1,123	Off Market
2331 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$206,500	4	1	1,123	Off Market
2327 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$197,900	3	2	988	Off Market
2321 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$87,200	1	1	917	Off Market
4002 Easton Blvd, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$140,100	3	1	1,042	Off Market
2405 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$234,800	3	2	1,054	Off Market
2501 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$243,700	3	1	1,189	Off Market
2425 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.09	$180,200	2	1	844	Off Market
2525 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.11	$172,600	2	1	824	Off Market
2515 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.13	$147,800	2	1	996	Off Market
2536 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.14	$253,700	3	1	1,010	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 1959

1,207 sqft

$173/sqft

Garage

About this House

Welcome home! You will fall in love with this truly move in ready home. The main floor has a cozy living room for entertaining your friends and family, an updated kitchen with a gas stove, 2 bedrooms, and an updated full bath. The attic is finished to give you a large 3rd bedroom. Downstairs also has some finish so you can have that man cave, playroom, craft area, or just room to spread out! Outside you have a brand new, over size 2 car garage! Come check it out today! All information obtained from Seller and public records.

2401 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,207 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1959. It last sold for $175,900 on Mar 31, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $209,000, with a rent estimate of $1,624/month.

Home Details for 2401 E 40th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood, Laminate
Appliances & Utilities Cable Ready

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1959
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6316 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Mar 31, 2021 Source: DMMLS #620907	Sold	$175,900
Jan 22, 2021 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$169,900
Jan 19, 2021 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$169,900
Aug 24, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$155,000
Jul 31, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$155,000
Apr 29, 2009 Source: N/A	Sold	$113,500
Jul 25, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$130,000
Jul 12, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$130,000 Price increased by 0%
Jun 5, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$129,900 Price decreased by 4%
Apr 22, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$134,900 Price increased by 4%
Jan 12, 2008 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$129,900
May 7, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$102,214
Aug 16, 2004 Source: N/A	Sold	$93,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,600	$203,700

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
Parent Review
7y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Sheridan Gardens

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Buy: $136k - $658k

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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"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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Frequently asked questions about 2401 E 40th St

What is 2401 E 40th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2401 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is $209,000.
What is the price history for 2401 E 40th St?
2401 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $175,900 in March 2021.
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 2401 E 40th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 2401 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2401 E 40th St?
The lot at 2401 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.14 acres (6,316 sq ft).