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

2509 E 38th Ct
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

2 Beds
2 Baths
894 sqft

$204,400

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 6, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,399/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$204,400

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 6, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,399/mo*

Refinance Your Home

2 Beds

2 Baths

894 sqft

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 2509 E 38th Ct.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1961

Living Area

894 sqft

Price/Sqft

$229

Parking

Garage

About this House

Pride of ownership shows throughout this completely updated 4 bedroom ranch. Located in family friendly neighborhood w/ mature trees & friendly neighbors. Neutral paint pallet & laminate flooring will make sure all your belongings fit in & make you feel right at home. Large picture window in living room lets in plenty of natural light. Spacious updated kitchen offers ample cabinet space for storage & opens to formal dining room. Dining room leads to large back deck making this the perfect place for your next barbeque. LL has been finished w/ family room, 1 additional non-conforming bedroom, partial bath & bar area. HUGE 24x28 garage is a mechanics dream complete with heat, air conditioning, & additional 120 amp electrical. Fenced yard w/ easy maintenance landscaping is just the place for kids or pets to burn off some energy. Additional features include tile in both bathrooms, plenty of additional parking & ample storage. Make this your next home sweet home!

2509 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 894 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1961. It last sold for $117,000 on Aug 2, 2013. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $204,400, with a rent estimate of $1,239/month.

Home Details for 2509 E 38th Ct

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: 1
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: 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: 6316 sqft

Price History for 2509 E 38th Ct

Date	Price	Event	Source
08/02/2013	$117,000	Sold	DMMLS #419108
Recording Date 08/02/2013 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
06/06/2013	$118,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

11/18/2004	$105,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 11/18/2004 Contract Date 11/09/2004 County Transfer Tax $169 Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/16/1999	$88,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/16/1999 Contract Date 02/13/1999 County Transfer Tax $142 Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026

Avg. sale price

$211K

$5.03KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.4%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$4MoM

Available listings

1009

2MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$3,192
Assessment	$192,200

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2509 E 38th Ct

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
2314 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.14	Single-Family Home	$108,500	11/10/25	2	1	700
2819 E 37th St, Des Moines, IA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$120,000	06/01/26	3	2	1,080

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $211,100
3 bd
1 ba
1,064 sqft
2505 E 38th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
RE/MAX Concepts
OFF MARKET
Est. $181,600
3 bd
1 ba
1,064 sqft
2501 E 38th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $193,200
3 bd
1 ba
894 sqft
2421 E 38th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $206,400
4 bd
1 ba
882 sqft
2417 E 38th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $175,600
3 bd
1 ba
778 sqft
2413 E 38th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $125,100
2 bd
1 ba
672 sqft
2347 E 38th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
RE/MAX Precision
OFF MARKET
Est. $109,000
2 bd
1 ba
832 sqft
2513 E 38th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $181,600
3 bd
1 ba
992 sqft
2519 E 38th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $175,400
3 bd
1 ba
840 sqft
2525 E 38th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $171,200
3 bd
1 ba
792 sqft
2529 E 38th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $130,900
2 bd
1 ba
762 sqft
2536 E 38th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317

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Assigned Schools

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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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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
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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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