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 2521 E 39th Ct estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2521 E 39th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $197,900 .

What is the price history for 2521 E 39th Ct?

2521 E 39th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $60,000 in February 2025.

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.

Does 2521 E 39th Ct have air conditioning?

Yes, 2521 E 39th Ct in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

Does 2521 E 39th Ct have laundry facilities?

Yes, 2521 E 39th Ct in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

OFF MARKET

$197,900

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,057 sqft

2521 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $1,388/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 24, 2025 for $60,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$198K

Since last month

$600 (-0.3%)

Since last year

$8K (-3.8%)

Since last sale

$138K (+229.2%)

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 +134% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$198K
August 2026	$198K
July 2026	$200K
June 2026	$199K
May 2026	$201K
April 2026	$202K
March 2026	$205K
February 2026	$198K
January 2026	$199K
2025
December 2025	$199K
November 2025	$204K
October 2025	$203K
September 2025	$205K
August 2025	$206K
July 2025	$204K
June 2025	$204K
May 2025	$197K
April 2025	$185K
March 2025	$153K
February 2025	$171K
January 2025	$171K
2024
December 2024	$172K
November 2024	$173K
October 2024	$175K
September 2024	$176K
August 2024	$176K
July 2024	$178K
June 2024	$180K
May 2024	$182K
April 2024	$179K
March 2024	$176K
February 2024	$169K
January 2024	$166K
2023
December 2023	$166K
November 2023	$165K
October 2023	$166K
September 2023	$165K
August 2023	$169K
July 2023	$171K
June 2023	$170K
May 2023	$167K
April 2023	$162K
March 2023	$157K
February 2023	$149K
January 2023	$147K
2022
December 2022	$147K
November 2022	$152K
October 2022	$157K
September 2022	$159K
August 2022	$158K
July 2022	$160K
June 2022	$161K
May 2022	$160K
April 2022	$153K
March 2022	$153K
February 2022	$152K
January 2022	$150K
2021
December 2021	$153K
November 2021	$154K
October 2021	$155K
September 2021	$156K
August 2021	$156K
July 2021	$156K
June 2021	$149K
May 2021	$136K
April 2021	$131K
March 2021	$132K
February 2021	$136K
January 2021	$137K
2020
December 2020	$137K
November 2020	$137K
October 2020	$140K
September 2020	$119K
August 2020	$132K
July 2020	$132K
June 2020	$129K
May 2020	$127K
April 2020	$128K
March 2020	$126K
February 2020	$128K
January 2020	$127K
2019
December 2019	$128K
November 2019	$126K
October 2019	$124K
September 2019	$121K
August 2019	$124K
July 2019	$120K
June 2019	$118K
May 2019	$118K
April 2019	$112K
March 2019	$109K
February 2019	$108K
January 2019	$107K
2018
December 2018	$103K
November 2018	$103K
October 2018	$104K
September 2018	$97K
August 2018	$96K
July 2018	$100K
June 2018	$105K
May 2018	$100K
April 2018	$103K
March 2018	$103K
February 2018	$106K
January 2018	$104K
2017
December 2017	$99K
November 2017	$94K
October 2017	$95K
September 2017	$95K
August 2017	$93K
July 2017	$100K
June 2017	$96K
May 2017	$97K
April 2017	$91K
March 2017	$93K
February 2017	$94K
January 2017	$97K
2016
December 2016	$94K
November 2016	$95K
October 2016	$90K
September 2016	$84K

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
2001 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA	0.37	Single-Family Home	$136,000	09/08/26	3	2	1,115

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
2517 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$136,000	2	1	699	Off Market
2513 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$136,800	2	1	648	Off Market
2509 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$161,200	3	1	840	Off Market
2501 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$105,000	Studio	-	675	Recently Sold
2421 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$113,400	2	1	675	Off Market
2407 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$158,000	2	1	730	For Sale
2525 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$166,900	2	2	624	Off Market
2529 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$176,000	2	1	880	Off Market
2533 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$161,600	3	1	816	Off Market
2537 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$151,200	2	1	660	Off Market
2538 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$172,200	2	2	1,047	Off Market
2530 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$141,600	2	2	792	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 1960

1,057 sqft

$187/sqft

Garage

About this House

Take a look at this good looking home that is move in ready. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home includes 2 possible non-conforming bedrooms in the basement. You will love the BIG 3 car garage. New carpet, fresh paint and all kitchen appliances are included. The finished lower level includes 2 non-conforming bedrooms, a family room and 3/4 bath area. The front and back yards are fenced. This home gives you lots of space for a very affordable price!

2521 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,057 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1960. It last sold for $60,000 on Feb 24, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $197,900, with a rent estimate of $1,559/month.

Home Details for 2521 E 39th Ct

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6316 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Feb 24, 2025 Source: N/A	Sold	$60,000
Apr 17, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$109,900
Feb 28, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$109,900 Price increased by 12%
Jan 4, 2012 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$98,000 Price increased by 40%
Oct 14, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$70,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,726	$136,000

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
8y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Sheridan Gardens

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Buy: $130k - $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 2521 E 39th Ct

What is 2521 E 39th Ct estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2521 E 39th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $197,900.
What is the price history for 2521 E 39th Ct?
2521 E 39th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $60,000 in February 2025.
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.
Does 2521 E 39th Ct have air conditioning?
Yes, 2521 E 39th Ct in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
Does 2521 E 39th Ct have laundry facilities?
Yes, 2521 E 39th Ct in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.