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

3000 E 42nd Ct
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

3 Beds
2 Baths
754 sqft

$239,100

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 17, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,589/mo*

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$239,100

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 17, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,589/mo*

Refinance Your Home

3 Beds

2 Baths

754 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

What a great place to call home! 3 bed 2 bath & 2 car garage. The first floor features a spacious living room, a dining area, and kitchen w/ updated counter and cabinets (appliances stay). There are 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom on the main level! Downstairs is finished with a full living area space perfect for entertaining! There is also a bedroom with a walk - in closet and full bathroom downstairs. The laundry room is finished and the washer/dryer stay! Newer appliances, Water Heater 2021. This home has a short commute to downtown and near the amenities in Altoona and Pleasant Hill. It's on a great size corner lot with a fenced yard offering a storage shed. Come check it out today! All information obtained from seller and public records.

3000 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 754 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1980. It last sold for $217,000 on Jul 19, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $239,100, with a rent estimate of $1,422/month.

Home Highlights

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A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

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Listed

Less than a day ago

Home Details for 3000 E 42nd Ct

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1980Year Updated: 2021
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split entry

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 10018 sqft

Price History for 3000 E 42nd Ct

Date	Price	Event	Source
07/19/2022	$217,000	Sold	DMMLS #654069
Recording Date 07/19/2022 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
06/16/2022	$217,500	Pending	DMMLS #654069

06/14/2022	$217,500	Listed For Sale	DMMLS #654069

06/04/2021	$205,750	Sold	DMMLS #628560
Recording Date 06/04/2021 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
05/10/2021	$205,000	Pending	DMMLS #628560

05/07/2021	$205,000	Listed For Sale	DMMLS #628560

03/01/2005	$97,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/01/2005 Contract Date 02/09/2005 County Transfer Tax $155 Total Transfer Tax N/A
08/29/2001	$88,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 08/29/2001 Contract Date 08/28/2001 County Transfer Tax $142 Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/18/1998	$67,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/18/1998 Contract Date 03/12/1998 County Transfer Tax $108 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	$3,404
Assessment	$214,900

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3000 E 42nd Ct

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3600 Williams St, Des Moines, IA	0.29	Single-Family Home	$235,000	05/22/26	3	2	864

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $213,400
1 ba
816 sqft
3006 E 42nd Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $252,400
3 bd
3 ba
1,344 sqft
3007 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $222,500
2 ba
1,408 sqft
4200 Hull Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $226,500
3 bd
1 ba
921 sqft
4201 Hull Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
SOLD
APR 17, 2026
$225,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
831 sqft
4207 Hull Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
Pennie Carroll & Associates
OFF MARKET
Est. $216,300
3 bd
2 ba
816 sqft
4213 Hull Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $237,400
4 bd
2 ba
944 sqft
3001 E 42nd Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $246,600
4 bd
3 ba
1,096 sqft
3007 E 42nd Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $237,900
3 bd
2 ba
768 sqft
4236 Hull Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $247,500
3 bd
2 ba
813 sqft
4242 Hull Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $230,700
3 bd
1 ba
948 sqft
3013 E 42nd Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
SOLD
NOV 12, 2025
$237,500
3 bd
2 ba
1,264 sqft
3101 E 42nd Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
Keller Williams Realty GDM

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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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