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 2809 E 40th Ct estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2809 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $242,000 .

What is the price history for 2809 E 40th Ct?

2809 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $178,000 in April 2021.

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.

Does 2809 E 40th Ct have air conditioning?

Yes, 2809 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2809 E 40th Ct?

The lot at 2809 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.18 acres (7,754 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$242,000

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,372 sqft

2809 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 28, 2021 for $178,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$242K

Since last month

$2K (-0.9%)

Since last year

$500 (+0.2%)

Since last sale

$63K (+35.6%)

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 +46% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$241K
July 2026	$244K
June 2026	$242K
May 2026	$244K
April 2026	$245K
March 2026	$242K
February 2026	$238K
January 2026	$237K
2025
December 2025	$237K
November 2025	$240K
October 2025	$240K
September 2025	$240K
August 2025	$241K
July 2025	$244K
June 2025	$244K
May 2025	$246K
April 2025	$244K
March 2025	$242K
February 2025	$236K
January 2025	$237K
2024
December 2024	$237K
November 2024	$238K
October 2024	$241K
September 2024	$243K
August 2024	$242K
July 2024	$242K
June 2024	$241K
May 2024	$245K
April 2024	$244K
March 2024	$241K
February 2024	$237K
January 2024	$234K
2023
December 2023	$234K
November 2023	$234K
October 2023	$235K
September 2023	$235K
August 2023	$237K
July 2023	$241K
June 2023	$239K
May 2023	$234K
April 2023	$228K
March 2023	$224K
February 2023	$219K
January 2023	$216K
2022
December 2022	$212K
November 2022	$208K
October 2022	$205K
September 2022	$204K
August 2022	$203K
July 2022	$202K
June 2022	$201K
May 2022	$199K
April 2022	$198K
March 2022	$194K
February 2022	$192K
January 2022	$192K
2021
December 2021	$191K
November 2021	$188K
October 2021	$185K
September 2021	$184K
August 2021	$185K
July 2021	$184K
June 2021	$182K
May 2021	$180K
April 2021	$178K
March 2021	$180K
February 2021	$180K
January 2021	$184K
2020
December 2020	$183K
November 2020	$183K
October 2020	$184K
September 2020	$182K
August 2020	$179K
July 2020	$179K
June 2020	$178K
May 2020	$175K
April 2020	$177K
March 2020	$177K
February 2020	$174K
January 2020	$173K
2019
December 2019	$173K
November 2019	$172K
October 2019	$171K
September 2019	$175K
August 2019	$182K
July 2019	$186K
June 2019	$191K
May 2019	$188K
April 2019	$188K
March 2019	$188K
February 2019	$188K
January 2019	$185K
2018
December 2018	$185K
November 2018	$184K
October 2018	$185K
September 2018	$185K
August 2018	$184K
July 2018	$184K
June 2018	$183K
May 2018	$183K
April 2018	$182K
March 2018	$180K
February 2018	$179K
January 2018	$178K
2017
December 2017	$180K
November 2017	$177K
October 2017	$175K
September 2017	$177K
August 2017	$176K
July 2017	$174K
June 2017	$172K
May 2017	$172K
April 2017	$171K
March 2017	$170K
February 2017	$169K
January 2017	$169K
2016
December 2016	$168K
November 2016	$168K
October 2016	$167K
September 2016	$166K
August 2016	$165K

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
2805 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$233,700	5	3	1,449	Off Market
4028 Morton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$225,000	3	2	1,159	Off Market
4029 Morton Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$235,500	3	2	1,071	Off Market
2715 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$220,400	3	2	912	Off Market
2709 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$190,100	3	1	924	Off Market
2705 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$218,000	3	1	912	Recently Sold
2815 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$241,900	3	1.5	1,194	Off Market
2821 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$237,000	3	2	1,116	Off Market
2901 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$213,200	3	1.5	1,140	Off Market
2905 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$210,400	2	1	1,212	Off Market
2909 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$187,100	3	2	1,116	Off Market
2915 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$266,100	5	2	2,100	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 2809 E 40th Ct.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1960

Living Area

1,372 sqft

Price/Sqft

$176

Parking

Garage

About this House

Sheridan Park 2 story, walking distance to school and park. 3 good sized bedrooms with beautiful hardwood floors. 1 and a half baths. Large eat in kitchen. Oversized living room with partially finished basement. Deck out back to fenced in yard and 2 car detached garage. Minor Cosmetic updates to make this your own, priced to sell!! Come take a look!

2809 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,372 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1960. It last sold for $178,000 on Apr 28, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $242,000, with a rent estimate of $1,830/month.

Home Details for 2809 E 40th Ct

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Laminate

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Vinyl, BrickFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7753 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 28, 2021 Source: DMMLS #622184	Sold	$178,000
Mar 1, 2021 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$179,900
Feb 17, 2021 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$179,900 Price decreased by 3%
Feb 12, 2021 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$185,000
Jul 18, 2016 Source: N/A	Sold	$165,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,422	$260,400

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$215K

$3.57KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$0MoM

Available listings

1022

12MoM

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
7y ago
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Neighborhood Overview

Sheridan Gardens

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Buy: $141k - $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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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 2809 E 40th Ct

What is 2809 E 40th Ct estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2809 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $242,000.
What is the price history for 2809 E 40th Ct?
2809 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $178,000 in April 2021.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
Does 2809 E 40th Ct have air conditioning?
Yes, 2809 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2809 E 40th Ct?
The lot at 2809 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.18 acres (7,754 sq ft).