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 2708 E 40th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2708 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is $210,400 .

What is the price history for 2708 E 40th St?

2708 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $150,000 in November 2019.

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 2708 E 40th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 2708 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

Does 2708 E 40th St have laundry facilities?

Yes, 2708 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

OFF MARKET

$210,400

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,372 sqft

2708 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $1,471/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 18, 2019 for $150,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$210K

Since last month

$500 (-0.2%)

Since last year

$100 (0%)

Since last sale

$61K (+40.6%)

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 +133% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$211K
August 2026	$211K
July 2026	$213K
June 2026	$212K
May 2026	$214K
April 2026	$215K
March 2026	$213K
February 2026	$208K
January 2026	$208K
2025
December 2025	$208K
November 2025	$212K
October 2025	$212K
September 2025	$211K
August 2025	$213K
July 2025	$215K
June 2025	$216K
May 2025	$217K
April 2025	$216K
March 2025	$211K
February 2025	$205K
January 2025	$206K
2024
December 2024	$207K
November 2024	$209K
October 2024	$212K
September 2024	$212K
August 2024	$214K
July 2024	$216K
June 2024	$215K
May 2024	$217K
April 2024	$214K
March 2024	$210K
February 2024	$206K
January 2024	$204K
2023
December 2023	$204K
November 2023	$203K
October 2023	$205K
September 2023	$206K
August 2023	$207K
July 2023	$209K
June 2023	$206K
May 2023	$203K
April 2023	$198K
March 2023	$194K
February 2023	$191K
January 2023	$191K
2022
December 2022	$191K
November 2022	$194K
October 2022	$199K
September 2022	$200K
August 2022	$199K
July 2022	$200K
June 2022	$202K
May 2022	$201K
April 2022	$195K
March 2022	$190K
February 2022	$185K
January 2022	$183K
2021
December 2021	$184K
November 2021	$184K
October 2021	$185K
September 2021	$185K
August 2021	$187K
July 2021	$184K
June 2021	$179K
May 2021	$171K
April 2021	$168K
March 2021	$167K
February 2021	$165K
January 2021	$161K
2020
December 2020	$159K
November 2020	$158K
October 2020	$157K
September 2020	$158K
August 2020	$155K
July 2020	$156K
June 2020	$155K
May 2020	$154K
April 2020	$153K
March 2020	$152K
February 2020	$151K
January 2020	$150K
2019
December 2019	$150K
November 2019	$150K
October 2019	$143K
September 2019	$145K
August 2019	$148K
July 2019	$154K
June 2019	$154K
May 2019	$152K
April 2019	$155K
March 2019	$154K
February 2019	$154K
January 2019	$151K
2018
December 2018	$152K
November 2018	$151K
October 2018	$148K
September 2018	$148K
August 2018	$150K
July 2018	$149K
June 2018	$149K
May 2018	$144K
April 2018	$142K
March 2018	$138K
February 2018	$139K
January 2018	$137K
2017
December 2017	$136K
November 2017	$136K
October 2017	$134K
September 2017	$133K
August 2017	$132K
July 2017	$130K
June 2017	$132K
May 2017	$133K
April 2017	$130K
March 2017	$130K
February 2017	$127K
January 2017	$124K
2016
December 2016	$120K
November 2016	$108K
October 2016	$98K
September 2016	$90K

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
2704 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$266,700	3	2	1,231	Off Market
2700 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$205,700	3	2	1,071	Off Market
2620 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$213,500	2	2	1,084	Off Market
2614 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$202,300	3	1	912	Off Market
2610 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$180,800	3	1	864	Off Market
2606 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$195,000	3	1	924	Off Market
2714 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$213,900	3	2	1,071	Off Market
2720 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$258,600	4	2	1,756	Off Market
2724 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$213,500	3	2	912	Off Market
2800 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$222,500	3	2	1,071	Off Market
2804 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$215,400	3	1	1,088	Off Market
2808 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$219,900	3	2	1,071	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 1961

1,372 sqft

$153/sqft

About this House

The current owners have spent a lot of sweat and tears preparing this home for you!! So many things to love and enjoy. Just under 2000 sf of finished living space in this 3 bedroom, 2 bath house! Graciously sized living areas provide room to spread out! Several updates include most appliances, new tile kitchen flooring, wall and attic insulation, patio door, electrical fixtures, and so much more. Wait until you see the finished basement...large enough for a billiards room with sliding barndoor access to storage and laundry. Newly stained deck leads to the completely fenced backyard where you'll find your very own greenhouse! All appliances and home warranty included! Come see for yourself what a fantastic deal you just found!!

2708 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,372 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1961. It last sold for $150,000 on Nov 18, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $210,400, with a rent estimate of $1,648/month.

Home Details for 2708 E 40th 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: 2
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerWasher

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7492 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Nov 18, 2019 Source: DMMLS #592779	Sold	$150,000
Oct 9, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$147,500
Oct 8, 2019 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$147,500
Oct 10, 2013 Source: DMMLS #420840	Sold	$81,000
Aug 20, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$82,000 Price decreased by 9%
Jul 3, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$90,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,380	$190,400

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

28 Homes For You
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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"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 2708 E 40th St

What is 2708 E 40th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2708 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is $210,400.
What is the price history for 2708 E 40th St?
2708 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $150,000 in November 2019.
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 2708 E 40th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 2708 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
Does 2708 E 40th St have laundry facilities?
Yes, 2708 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.