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

OFF MARKET

2801 E 38th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

3 Beds
1 Bath
988 sqft

$218,000

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 30, 2026

$218,000

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 30, 2026

3 Beds

1 Bath

988 sqft

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 2801 E 38th St.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1962

Living Area

988 sqft

Price/Sqft

$221

Parking

Garage

About this House

Opportunity is knocking for investors or a handy home buyer on this 3 level split with 3 bedrooms and full bath. This 1 car attached home is over 1200 sq ft finished with dine in all white cabinets kitchen, living room, fenced backyard and front porch/deck. Lower level features a family room with fireplace and laundry room. All appliances are included. Home needs some TLC and has great potential. Call today to schedule a private showing.

2801 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 988 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1962. It last sold for $120,500 on Apr 21, 2006. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $218,000, with a rent estimate of $1,303/month.

Home Details for 2801 E 38th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities Cable Ready
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1962
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Split-level

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8145 sqft

Price History for 2801 E 38th St

Date	Price	Event	Source
05/21/2016	$104,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

03/19/2016	$104,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-5%)
11/10/2015	$109,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

04/21/2006	$120,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 04/21/2006 Contract Date 04/19/2006 County Transfer Tax $193 Total Transfer Tax N/A
02/22/2002	$92,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 02/22/2002 Contract Date 02/20/2002 County Transfer Tax $148 Total Transfer Tax N/A
04/30/1997	$105,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 04/30/1997 Contract Date 03/31/1997 County Transfer Tax $169 Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026

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

Year	2025
Tax	$3,946
Assessment	$221,700

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2801 E 38th St

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3901 Glen Ellen Dr, Des Moines, IA	0.17	Single-Family Home	$118,730	12/18/25	3	1	1,088
2819 E 37th St, Des Moines, IA	0.11	Single-Family Home	$120,000	06/01/26	3	2	1,080
3861 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.34	Single-Family Home	$150,000	02/23/26	3	1	1,064
2800 E 36th Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.20	Single-Family Home	$224,000	11/03/25	3	1	840

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $185,200
3 bd
1 ba
912 sqft
2725 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $236,200
3 bd
1 ba
1,026 sqft
2721 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $215,000
3 bd
1 ba
864 sqft
2715 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $230,800
3 bd
2 ba
988 sqft
2709 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $198,900
3 bd
1 ba
864 sqft
2705 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $206,200
3 bd
1 ba
988 sqft
2701 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $239,500
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,254 sqft
2805 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $176,900
1,026 sqft
2809 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $209,000
2 bd
1 ba
974 sqft
2815 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $219,900
3 bd
1 ba
969 sqft
2821 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $210,300
3 bd
1 ba
974 sqft
2901 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $236,100
3 bd
1 ba
1,244 sqft
2909 E 38th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317

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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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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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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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