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 2501 E 40th Ct estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2501 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $213,600 .

What is the price history for 2501 E 40th Ct?

2501 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $79,900 in June 2012.

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 2501 E 40th Ct have air conditioning?

Yes, 2501 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2501 E 40th Ct?

The lot at 2501 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.22 acres (9,583 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$213,600

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,080 sqft

2501 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $1,453/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 25, 2012 for $79,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$214K

Since last month

$2K (-1%)

Since last year

$7K (-3.1%)

Since last sale

$134K (+167.3%)

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 +46% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$214K
August 2026	$213K
July 2026	$216K
June 2026	$215K
May 2026	$218K
April 2026	$217K
March 2026	$215K
February 2026	$210K
January 2026	$210K
2025
December 2025	$210K
November 2025	$214K
October 2025	$217K
September 2025	$219K
August 2025	$221K
July 2025	$224K
June 2025	$222K
May 2025	$225K
April 2025	$224K
March 2025	$220K
February 2025	$213K
January 2025	$213K
2024
December 2024	$215K
November 2024	$216K
October 2024	$220K
September 2024	$221K
August 2024	$223K
July 2024	$224K
June 2024	$223K
May 2024	$224K
April 2024	$221K
March 2024	$218K
February 2024	$213K
January 2024	$209K
2023
December 2023	$209K
November 2023	$206K
October 2023	$212K
September 2023	$210K
August 2023	$213K
July 2023	$212K
June 2023	$208K
May 2023	$210K
April 2023	$204K
March 2023	$200K
February 2023	$197K
January 2023	$197K
2022
December 2022	$198K
November 2022	$200K
October 2022	$206K
September 2022	$207K
August 2022	$206K
July 2022	$207K
June 2022	$208K
May 2022	$207K
April 2022	$199K
March 2022	$193K
February 2022	$186K
January 2022	$186K
2021
December 2021	$186K
November 2021	$188K
October 2021	$187K
September 2021	$188K
August 2021	$188K
July 2021	$189K
June 2021	$190K
May 2021	$194K
April 2021	$190K
March 2021	$188K
February 2021	$181K
January 2021	$178K
2020
December 2020	$179K
November 2020	$178K
October 2020	$176K
September 2020	$173K
August 2020	$171K
July 2020	$168K
June 2020	$169K
May 2020	$168K
April 2020	$167K
March 2020	$167K
February 2020	$165K
January 2020	$166K
2019
December 2019	$165K
November 2019	$165K
October 2019	$167K
September 2019	$166K
August 2019	$165K
July 2019	$168K
June 2019	$166K
May 2019	$163K
April 2019	$161K
March 2019	$159K
February 2019	$159K
January 2019	$160K
2018
December 2018	$159K
November 2018	$157K
October 2018	$157K
September 2018	$157K
August 2018	$157K
July 2018	$157K
June 2018	$154K
May 2018	$153K
April 2018	$154K
March 2018	$149K
February 2018	$149K
January 2018	$148K
2017
December 2017	$151K
November 2017	$150K
October 2017	$151K
September 2017	$151K
August 2017	$156K
July 2017	$147K
June 2017	$145K
May 2017	$143K
April 2017	$142K
March 2017	$141K
February 2017	$142K
January 2017	$141K
2016
December 2016	$142K
November 2016	$146K
October 2016	$147K
September 2016	$146K

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
3901 Glen Ellen Dr, Des Moines, IA	0.42	Single-Family Home	$118,730	12/18/25	3	1	1,088

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
2355 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$172,800	3	1	1,196	Off Market
2351 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$207,900	4	1	1,166	Off Market
2347 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$217,400	2	2	1,008	Off Market
2339 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$103,500	3	1	864	Off Market
2331 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$165,400	3	1	1,000	Off Market
2327 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$206,000	2	1	1,076	Off Market
2505 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$145,600	2	1	842	Off Market
2509 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$180,800	2	1	864	Off Market
2513 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$142,700	2	1	1,026	Off Market
2523 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$120,900	1	1	460	Off Market
2525 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$158,600	2	1	768	Off Market
2529 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$185,500	4	2	1,053	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1961

1,080 sqft

$198/sqft

Garage

About this House

Outstanding opportunity to own this home for over $46,000 less than assessed value and over $48,000 less than this home sold for five years ago. Rustic three bedroom ranch with laminate flooring, wood beamed vaulted main level, kitchen with appliances, and a one car drive through attached garage and a 42 x 24 detached three car garage. Home needs some light repair but is an excellent value at the price! This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down! This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage Financing. Visit the HomePath website for additional information.

2501 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,080 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1961. It last sold for $79,900 on Jun 25, 2012. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $213,600, with a rent estimate of $1,545/month.

Home Details for 2501 E 40th Ct

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

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Shake ShingleDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete
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: 9583 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 25, 2012 Source: DMMLS #400900	Sold	$79,900
May 10, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$79,900
Aug 17, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$128,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,972	$236,500

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 2501 E 40th Ct

What is 2501 E 40th Ct estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2501 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $213,600.
What is the price history for 2501 E 40th Ct?
2501 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $79,900 in June 2012.
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 2501 E 40th Ct have air conditioning?
Yes, 2501 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2501 E 40th Ct?
The lot at 2501 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.22 acres (9,583 sq ft).