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 2500 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2500 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $194,200 .

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.

What do residents say about the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood?

Residents describe the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, pedestrian-friendly, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines .

Does 2500 E 42nd St have air conditioning?

Yes, 2500 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2500 E 42nd St?

The lot at 2500 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (6,969 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$194,200

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
855 sqft

2500 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $1,339/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$194K

Since last month

$7K (-3.4%)

Since last year

$600 (+0.3%)

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 +62% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$194K
August 2026	$194K
July 2026	$201K
June 2026	$202K
May 2026	$204K
April 2026	$202K
March 2026	$196K
February 2026	$194K
January 2026	$196K
2025
December 2025	$194K
November 2025	$196K
October 2025	$197K
September 2025	$195K
August 2025	$194K
July 2025	$200K
June 2025	$197K
May 2025	$197K
April 2025	$197K
March 2025	$193K
February 2025	$187K
January 2025	$186K
2024
December 2024	$185K
November 2024	$187K
October 2024	$188K
September 2024	$190K
August 2024	$189K
July 2024	$193K
June 2024	$196K
May 2024	$196K
April 2024	$191K
March 2024	$189K
February 2024	$182K
January 2024	$179K
2023
December 2023	$179K
November 2023	$179K
October 2023	$181K
September 2023	$183K
August 2023	$185K
July 2023	$185K
June 2023	$184K
May 2023	$189K
April 2023	$183K
March 2023	$178K
February 2023	$171K
January 2023	$170K
2022
December 2022	$171K
November 2022	$174K
October 2022	$180K
September 2022	$182K
August 2022	$181K
July 2022	$182K
June 2022	$182K
May 2022	$181K
April 2022	$173K
March 2022	$163K
February 2022	$152K
January 2022	$154K
2021
December 2021	$157K
November 2021	$161K
October 2021	$160K
September 2021	$160K
August 2021	$162K
July 2021	$165K
June 2021	$166K
May 2021	$168K
April 2021	$165K
March 2021	$160K
February 2021	$159K
January 2021	$157K
2020
December 2020	$156K
November 2020	$156K
October 2020	$156K
September 2020	$153K
August 2020	$154K
July 2020	$153K
June 2020	$151K
May 2020	$151K
April 2020	$145K
March 2020	$147K
February 2020	$147K
January 2020	$146K
2019
December 2019	$146K
November 2019	$145K
October 2019	$147K
September 2019	$148K
August 2019	$148K
July 2019	$149K
June 2019	$149K
May 2019	$148K
April 2019	$149K
March 2019	$148K
February 2019	$149K
January 2019	$152K
2018
December 2018	$151K
November 2018	$151K
October 2018	$150K
September 2018	$146K
August 2018	$144K
July 2018	$143K
June 2018	$143K
May 2018	$139K
April 2018	$137K
March 2018	$133K
February 2018	$132K
January 2018	$132K
2017
December 2017	$135K
November 2017	$131K
October 2017	$132K
September 2017	$132K
August 2017	$131K
July 2017	$128K
June 2017	$128K
May 2017	$129K
April 2017	$130K
March 2017	$128K
February 2017	$127K
January 2017	$127K
2016
December 2016	$125K
November 2016	$124K
October 2016	$122K
September 2016	$120K

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
2504 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$199,900	3	1	855	Off Market
2508 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$210,200	3	1	931	Off Market
2512 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$138,400	1	1	672	Off Market
2524 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$282,500	2	1	1,144	Off Market
1811 E 33rd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.08	$258,200	3	2	1,326	Off Market
2420 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$201,700	3	2	855	Off Market
2416 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$196,800	2	2	931	Off Market
2348 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$185,700	2	2	1,299	Off Market
2400 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$187,000	2	2	855	Off Market
2334 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$171,800	2	1	855	Off Market
2330 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$172,500	3	2	1,404	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1962

855 sqft

$227/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 2500 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA. 2500 E 42nd St is in the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 855 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 6969 sqft and was built in 1962.

2500 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 855 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1962. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $194,200, with a rent estimate of $1,364/month.

Home Details for 2500 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: AsphaltDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1962
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6969 sqft

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$2,900	$200,600

Home facts updated by county records

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
7y ago
4 Reviews

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Neighborhood Overview

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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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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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Frequently asked questions about 2500 E 42nd St

What is 2500 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2500 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $194,200.
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.
What do residents say about the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood?
Residents describe the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, pedestrian-friendly, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines.
Does 2500 E 42nd St have air conditioning?
Yes, 2500 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2500 E 42nd St?
The lot at 2500 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.16 acres (6,969 sq ft).