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 2602 E 38th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2602 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is $206,100 .

What is the price history for 2602 E 38th St?

2602 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $138,000 in June 2018.

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 2602 E 38th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 2602 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2602 E 38th St?

The lot at 2602 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.27 acres (11,674 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$206,100

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,150 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

2602 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $1,405/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 4, 2018 for $138,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$206K

Since last month

$1K (-0.5%)

Since last year

$5K (-2.5%)

Since last sale

$68K (+49.3%)

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 +86% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$206K
August 2026	$205K
July 2026	$207K
June 2026	$206K
May 2026	$209K
April 2026	$208K
March 2026	$206K
February 2026	$201K
January 2026	$202K
2025
December 2025	$202K
November 2025	$207K
October 2025	$208K
September 2025	$210K
August 2025	$211K
July 2025	$213K
June 2025	$213K
May 2025	$213K
April 2025	$212K
March 2025	$208K
February 2025	$203K
January 2025	$203K
2024
December 2024	$204K
November 2024	$206K
October 2024	$208K
September 2024	$208K
August 2024	$208K
July 2024	$211K
June 2024	$212K
May 2024	$211K
April 2024	$209K
March 2024	$205K
February 2024	$199K
January 2024	$199K
2023
December 2023	$198K
November 2023	$198K
October 2023	$201K
September 2023	$201K
August 2023	$202K
July 2023	$202K
June 2023	$201K
May 2023	$196K
April 2023	$191K
March 2023	$187K
February 2023	$184K
January 2023	$183K
2022
December 2022	$183K
November 2022	$184K
October 2022	$189K
September 2022	$191K
August 2022	$190K
July 2022	$190K
June 2022	$191K
May 2022	$190K
April 2022	$183K
March 2022	$180K
February 2022	$177K
January 2022	$175K
2021
December 2021	$176K
November 2021	$177K
October 2021	$178K
September 2021	$178K
August 2021	$179K
July 2021	$179K
June 2021	$173K
May 2021	$164K
April 2021	$161K
March 2021	$160K
February 2021	$158K
January 2021	$153K
2020
December 2020	$151K
November 2020	$152K
October 2020	$151K
September 2020	$151K
August 2020	$149K
July 2020	$149K
June 2020	$147K
May 2020	$147K
April 2020	$146K
March 2020	$145K
February 2020	$144K
January 2020	$144K
2019
December 2019	$144K
November 2019	$144K
October 2019	$143K
September 2019	$143K
August 2019	$143K
July 2019	$143K
June 2019	$142K
May 2019	$142K
April 2019	$142K
March 2019	$142K
February 2019	$142K
January 2019	$141K
2018
December 2018	$139K
November 2018	$139K
October 2018	$140K
September 2018	$139K
August 2018	$139K
July 2018	$139K
June 2018	$139K
May 2018	$138K
April 2018	$133K
March 2018	$133K
February 2018	$132K
January 2018	$129K
2017
December 2017	$122K
November 2017	$121K
October 2017	$120K
September 2017	$121K
August 2017	$119K
July 2017	$119K
June 2017	$117K
May 2017	$116K
April 2017	$115K
March 2017	$116K
February 2017	$117K
January 2017	$118K
2016
December 2016	$112K
November 2016	$113K
October 2016	$112K
September 2016	$111K

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
2819 E 37th St, Des Moines, IA	0.15	Single-Family Home	$120,000	06/01/26	3	2	1,080

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
2616 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$71,400	1	1	320	Off Market
2620 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$176,700	3	1	900	Off Market
2624 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$190,100	4	2	1,470	Off Market
2700 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$191,500	3	1	900	Off Market
2706 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$212,700	4	2	1,470	Off Market
2714 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$252,600	4	3	1,470	Off Market
3734 E Sheridan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$189,400	2	1	784	Off Market
3730 E Sheridan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$153,700	Studio	1	784	Off Market
2601 E 37th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$173,700	2	1	784	Off Market
2701 E 37th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$232,400	4	2	1,470	Off Market
2709 E 37th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$209,900	4	1	1,454	For Sale
2715 E 37th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$205,800	2	2	810	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1930

0.27 acre lot

1,150 sqft

$179/sqft

Garage

About this House

Cute three bedroom brick house with large fenced yard on a corner lot and close to bike trails. Two car detached garage with insulation and a wood-burning stove., perfect for working on all your projects or storing your toys. Updated bathrooms, beautiful original hardwood floors, mudroom/laundry room at the back door for convenience when you come home. Schedule your appointment today, this one won't last long.

2602 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,150 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1930. It last sold for $138,000 on Jun 4, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $206,100, with a rent estimate of $1,588/month.

Home Details for 2602 E 38th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: BrickFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1930Year Updated: 1947
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 4, 2018 Source: DMMLS #560550	Sold	$138,000
May 14, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$138,000
May 8, 2018 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$138,000
Sep 28, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$111,500
Feb 6, 2003 Source: N/A	Sold	$99,500
Jul 12, 2002 Source: N/A	Sold	$98,500
Nov 12, 1999 Source: N/A	Sold	$86,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,620	$204,800

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
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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

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 2602 E 38th St

What is 2602 E 38th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2602 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is $206,100.
What is the price history for 2602 E 38th St?
2602 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $138,000 in June 2018.
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 2602 E 38th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 2602 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2602 E 38th St?
The lot at 2602 E 38th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.27 acres (11,674 sq ft).