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 2720 E 40th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2720 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is $258,600 .

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.

What do residents say about the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood?

Residents describe the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, pedestrian-friendly, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines .

Does 2720 E 40th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 2720 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

Does 2720 E 40th St have a pool?

Yes, 2720 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has a pool.

OFF MARKET

$258,600

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,756 sqft

2720 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $1,790/mo*

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$259K

Since last month

$600 (+0.2%)

Since last year

$3K (+1.1%)

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 +59% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$259K
August 2026	$258K
July 2026	$265K
June 2026	$263K
May 2026	$269K
April 2026	$269K
March 2026	$267K
February 2026	$255K
January 2026	$255K
2025
December 2025	$256K
November 2025	$256K
October 2025	$261K
September 2025	$256K
August 2025	$260K
July 2025	$271K
June 2025	$268K
May 2025	$272K
April 2025	$269K
March 2025	$257K
February 2025	$246K
January 2025	$252K
2024
December 2024	$257K
November 2024	$256K
October 2024	$261K
September 2024	$261K
August 2024	$263K
July 2024	$265K
June 2024	$265K
May 2024	$267K
April 2024	$255K
March 2024	$251K
February 2024	$244K
January 2024	$239K
2023
December 2023	$240K
November 2023	$242K
October 2023	$243K
September 2023	$244K
August 2023	$248K
July 2023	$245K
June 2023	$246K
May 2023	$252K
April 2023	$244K
March 2023	$239K
February 2023	$232K
January 2023	$230K
2022
December 2022	$229K
November 2022	$232K
October 2022	$240K
September 2022	$242K
August 2022	$241K
July 2022	$242K
June 2022	$242K
May 2022	$241K
April 2022	$230K
March 2022	$218K
February 2022	$201K
January 2022	$201K
2021
December 2021	$206K
November 2021	$208K
October 2021	$210K
September 2021	$211K
August 2021	$214K
July 2021	$215K
June 2021	$213K
May 2021	$213K
April 2021	$208K
March 2021	$198K
February 2021	$193K
January 2021	$192K
2020
December 2020	$189K
November 2020	$189K
October 2020	$190K
September 2020	$189K
August 2020	$185K
July 2020	$184K
June 2020	$182K
May 2020	$182K
April 2020	$183K
March 2020	$187K
February 2020	$187K
January 2020	$186K
2019
December 2019	$187K
November 2019	$186K
October 2019	$186K
September 2019	$186K
August 2019	$184K
July 2019	$180K
June 2019	$179K
May 2019	$178K
April 2019	$178K
March 2019	$178K
February 2019	$177K
January 2019	$176K
2018
December 2018	$174K
November 2018	$174K
October 2018	$176K
September 2018	$174K
August 2018	$176K
July 2018	$177K
June 2018	$175K
May 2018	$174K
April 2018	$179K
March 2018	$174K
February 2018	$170K
January 2018	$169K
2017
December 2017	$174K
November 2017	$170K
October 2017	$168K
September 2017	$170K
August 2017	$171K
July 2017	$169K
June 2017	$168K
May 2017	$170K
April 2017	$168K
March 2017	$166K
February 2017	$165K
January 2017	$165K
2016
December 2016	$164K
November 2016	$165K
October 2016	$165K
September 2016	$163K

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
2714 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$213,900	3	2	1,071	Off Market
2708 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$210,400	3	2	1,372	Off Market
2704 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$266,700	3	2	1,231	Off Market
2700 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$205,700	3	2	1,071	Off Market
2620 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$213,500	2	2	1,084	Off Market
2614 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$202,300	3	1	912	Off Market
2724 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$213,500	3	2	912	Off Market
2800 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$222,500	3	2	1,071	Off Market
2804 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$215,400	3	1	1,088	Off Market
2808 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$219,900	3	2	1,071	Off Market
2814 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$210,200	3	1	1,088	Off Market
2820 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$201,700	3	1	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

1,756 sqft

$147/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 2720 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA. 2720 E 40th St is in the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,756 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7492 sqft and was built in 1961.

2720 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,756 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1961. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $258,600, with a rent estimate of $2,016/month.

Home Details for 2720 E 40th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1961Year Updated: 1966
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7492 sqft

Price and Tax history

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	Unavailable	$295,500

Home facts updated by county records

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
4 Reviews

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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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5y ago
"There are many dog owners and many times they are walking their dogs. It is a dog friendly neighborhood. "
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BW
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7y ago
"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 2720 E 40th St

What is 2720 E 40th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2720 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is $258,600.
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.
What do residents say about the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood?
Residents describe the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood in Des Moines, IA as well-kept, pedestrian-friendly, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Sheridan Gardens, Des Moines.
Does 2720 E 40th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 2720 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
Does 2720 E 40th St have a pool?
Yes, 2720 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has a pool.