2708 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

2708 E 40th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,372 sqft

$211,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,414/mo*
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$211,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 12, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,414/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,372 sqft

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Description

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. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $211,600, with a rent estimate of $1,657/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
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Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
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Listed
Less than a day ago

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 History for 2708 E 40th St

DatePriceEventSource
11/18/2019$150,000Sold
DMMLS #592779
10/09/2019$147,500PendingAgent Provided
10/08/2019$147,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/10/2013$81,000Sold
DMMLS #420840
08/20/2013$82,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/03/2013$90,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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$3,380
Assessment$190,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2708 E 40th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2819 E 37th St, Des Moines, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$120,000
06/01/26
3
2
1,080
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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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