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 2525 E 40th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2525 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is $172,600 .

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.

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 2525 E 40th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 2525 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2525 E 40th St?

The lot at 2525 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.29 acres (12,588 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$172,600

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
1 Bath
824 sqft (on 0.29 acres)

2525 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $1,190/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$173K

Since last month

$4K (-2%)

Since last year

$10K (-5.5%)

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 +60% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$173K
August 2026	$171K
July 2026	$176K
June 2026	$180K
May 2026	$184K
April 2026	$183K
March 2026	$183K
February 2026	$174K
January 2026	$175K
2025
December 2025	$174K
November 2025	$179K
October 2025	$179K
September 2025	$183K
August 2025	$183K
July 2025	$190K
June 2025	$185K
May 2025	$189K
April 2025	$190K
March 2025	$179K
February 2025	$171K
January 2025	$175K
2024
December 2024	$178K
November 2024	$176K
October 2024	$182K
September 2024	$182K
August 2024	$183K
July 2024	$185K
June 2024	$187K
May 2024	$186K
April 2024	$181K
March 2024	$177K
February 2024	$172K
January 2024	$169K
2023
December 2023	$170K
November 2023	$171K
October 2023	$173K
September 2023	$172K
August 2023	$174K
July 2023	$175K
June 2023	$173K
May 2023	$174K
April 2023	$167K
March 2023	$163K
February 2023	$157K
January 2023	$156K
2022
December 2022	$156K
November 2022	$159K
October 2022	$164K
September 2022	$166K
August 2022	$164K
July 2022	$165K
June 2022	$165K
May 2022	$163K
April 2022	$155K
March 2022	$149K
February 2022	$143K
January 2022	$145K
2021
December 2021	$148K
November 2021	$151K
October 2021	$154K
September 2021	$154K
August 2021	$157K
July 2021	$160K
June 2021	$161K
May 2021	$165K
April 2021	$161K
March 2021	$157K
February 2021	$154K
January 2021	$152K
2020
December 2020	$150K
November 2020	$149K
October 2020	$149K
September 2020	$148K
August 2020	$145K
July 2020	$143K
June 2020	$142K
May 2020	$143K
April 2020	$143K
March 2020	$138K
February 2020	$132K
January 2020	$133K
2019
December 2019	$135K
November 2019	$131K
October 2019	$130K
September 2019	$129K
August 2019	$131K
July 2019	$130K
June 2019	$134K
May 2019	$134K
April 2019	$132K
March 2019	$133K
February 2019	$132K
January 2019	$134K
2018
December 2018	$134K
November 2018	$130K
October 2018	$131K
September 2018	$130K
August 2018	$128K
July 2018	$129K
June 2018	$125K
May 2018	$125K
April 2018	$122K
March 2018	$117K
February 2018	$118K
January 2018	$120K
2017
December 2017	$122K
November 2017	$123K
October 2017	$122K
September 2017	$124K
August 2017	$122K
July 2017	$122K
June 2017	$121K
May 2017	$119K
April 2017	$116K
March 2017	$116K
February 2017	$114K
January 2017	$111K
2016
December 2016	$110K
November 2016	$109K
October 2016	$110K
September 2016	$108K

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
2425 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$180,200	2	1	844	Off Market
2501 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$243,700	3	1	1,189	Off Market
2405 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.10	$234,800	3	2	1,054	Off Market
2401 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.11	$209,000	3	1	1,207	Off Market
2335 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.12	$192,600	4	2	1,123	Off Market
2331 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.13	$206,500	4	1	1,123	Off Market
2515 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$147,800	2	1	996	Off Market
2536 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$253,700	3	1	1,010	Off Market
2524 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$172,400	2	1	675	Off Market
2520 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$172,900	4	1	1,053	Off Market
2516 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$172,900	3	1	840	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

0.29 acre lot

824 sqft

$209/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 2525 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA. 2525 E 40th St is in the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 824 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.29 acres and was built in 1959.

2525 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 824 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1959. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $172,600, with a rent estimate of $1,262/month.

Home Details for 2525 E 40th 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
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

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

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

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.29 acres

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,406	$192,700

Home facts updated by county records

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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"There are many dog owners and many times they are walking their dogs. It is a dog friendly neighborhood. "
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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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Frequently asked questions about 2525 E 40th St

What is 2525 E 40th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2525 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is $172,600.
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.
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 2525 E 40th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 2525 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2525 E 40th St?
The lot at 2525 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.29 acres (12,588 sq ft).