2708 E 39th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

2708 E 39th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 864 sqft

$209,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,399/mo*
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$209,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,399/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
864 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

This charming single-owner ranch home is situated in the well-established Sheridan Park Neighborhood. It boasts beautiful floors, a formal dining room with sliding doors that open to a spacious covered deck, and a privacy-fenced backyard. The eat-in kitchen comes equipped with a built-in wall oven, stovetop, refrigerator, and dishwasher. The sliding doors from the dining room also provide access to the large covered deck and fenced backyard. The finished basement features a generously sized family room, a non-conforming bedroom, a ¾ bath, and a separate laundry room. The detached heated two-car garage offers endless possibilities for a workshop or storage for your vehicles and toys. Additional upgrades include windows with a lifetime transferable warranty, and the home is equipped with a radon mitigation system. This property is truly a must-see! Be sure to ask about NFC financing options. Qualified home buyers may be eligible for a $10,000 grant for home improvements, and NFC might also cover closing costs up to $2,500.
2708 E 39th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 864 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1959. It last sold for $210,000 on Feb 14, 2025 (5% below the $219,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $209,100, with a rent estimate of $1,493/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 2708 E 39th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 864 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, DeckFencing: Wood, FullExterior: Deck, Fully FencedFoundation: Poured
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 432 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 60

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1959
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06007927070000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $219,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Dec 23 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: 864 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7492.32 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 705799Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 710-8708Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06007927070000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Ellen Fitzpatrick, (515) 710-8708
Ellen Fitzpatrick Real Estate
Bought with: Anna Thomas, (573) 795-3405, LPT Realty, LLC
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#705799

Price History for 2708 E 39th St

DatePriceEventSource
02/14/2025$210,000Sold
DMMLS #705799
12/23/2024$219,900PendingDMMLS #705799
11/23/2024$219,900PendingToActiveDMMLS #705799
11/14/2024$219,900PendingDMMLS #705799
11/06/2024$219,900PriceChange
DMMLS #705799
10/14/2024$229,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #705799

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

Year2025
Tax$3,060
Assessment$209,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2708 E 39th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2611 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$219,900
09/30/25
3
2
864
2901 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$210,000
04/17/26
3
1.5
924
2715 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$211,000
11/20/25
3
2
1,324
2614 E 38th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$215,000
04/15/26
3
1.5
1,254
2900 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$204,000
09/15/25
3
2
816
2607 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$254,000
03/23/26
4
2
988
2529 Williams St, Des Moines, IA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$215,000
09/26/25
2
2
840
2821 E 39th St, Des Moines, IA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$214,999
12/03/25
3
1
924
3807 Glen Ellen Dr, Des Moines, IA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$240,000
02/20/26
3
1.5
1,088
2311 E 39th St, Des Moines, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$219,900
07/31/25
3
1.5
840

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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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    "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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