2538 E 39th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

$154,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 816 sqft

2538 E 39th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens
Est. Refi. Payment $1,100/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 20, 2024 for $145,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$155K
Since last month
Increased$700 (+0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$9K (+6%)
Since last sale
Increased$10K (+6.6%)
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 +104% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$155K
August 2026$154K
July 2026$154K
June 2026$153K
May 2026$155K
April 2026$155K
March 2026$156K
February 2026$151K
January 2026$149K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
2316 E 39th St, Des Moines, IA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$169,000
04/06/26
2
1
926
2352 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$185,000
03/13/26
2
1
894
2345 E 37th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$124,000
04/27/26
2
1
661
2325 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$177,000
10/07/25
2
1
816
2324 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$170,000
07/13/26
2
1
720
2201 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$138,000
06/08/26
2
1
720
2520 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$159,900
03/26/26
2
1
780
2404 E 37th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$182,000
05/15/26
3
1
840
2322 E 39th St, Des Moines, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$195,000
12/05/25
3
1
987

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
2607 E 39th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.05
$260,400
3
1.5
912
Off Market
2614 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.08
$215,000
3
1.5
1,254
Recently Sold
2705 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.09
$207,900
3
1
864
Off Market
2705 E 39th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.10
$220,000
3
2
912
For Sale
2528 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.06
$136,900
2
1
694
Off Market
3800 E Sheridan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.08
$224,100
3
1
1,092
Off Market
2607 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.08
$254,000
4
2
988
Recently Sold
2611 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.09
$219,700
3
2
864
Off Market
2615 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.09
$237,000
3
2
988
Off Market
2715 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.11
$211,000
3
2
1,324
Recently Sold
2518 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.07
$207,300
4
1
1,070
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 1949
816 sqft
$189/sqft

About this House

Looking for a great NE Des Moines home? You've found it! Entering in you're greeted by a spacious living room with great natural light and access to 2 good sized BRs with hall closets and storage! Kitchen features fun stained glass window, new refrigerator in 2022 and new stove in 2024, all appliances to stay! Full BA and laundry/mudroom with new dryer in 2022 finish off the home! Off the laundry/mud room you'll find access to backyard which is fully fenced with a patio and deck perfect for grilling season and a shed! Gate access to driveway/parking pad from backyard! New AC and Furnace in 2023! Ready for you to make it your own! Come see today!
2538 E 39th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 816 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1949. It last sold for $145,000 on Jun 20, 2024 (2% above the $142,500 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2018 with an asking price of $825 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 17, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $154,500, with a rent estimate of $1,261/month.
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Beth Ernst
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with: Ashley Rebik, (641) 521-8424, RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#694773

Home Details for 2538 E 39th St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 816 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric,Forced Air,GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, Open, PatioFencing: Wood, FullExterior: Deck, Fully Fenced, PatioFoundation: Brick/Mortar, Slab
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Metal Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06004072000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $142,500
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat May 11 2024

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 816 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6316.2 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 694773Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06004072000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 20, 2024
Source: DMMLS #694773
Sold
$145,000
May 11, 2024
Source: DMMLS #694773
Pending
$142,500
May 7, 2024
Source: DMMLS #694773
Listed For Sale
$142,500
Jul 7, 2022
Source: DMMLS #649748
Sold
$129,000
Jun 14, 2022
Source: DMMLS #649748
Pending
$129,900

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$214K
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$192
$1MoM
Available listings
1060
36MoM

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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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    "There are many dog owners and many times they are walking their dogs. It is a dog friendly neighborhood. "
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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 2538 E 39th St

  • What is 2538 E 39th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 2538 E 39th St in Des Moines, IA is $154,500.
  • What is the price history for 2538 E 39th St?
    2538 E 39th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $145,000 in June 2024.
  • 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 2538 E 39th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2538 E 39th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 2538 E 39th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2538 E 39th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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