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

3012 E 42nd Ct
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

4 Beds
2 Baths
930 sqft

$247,000

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 3, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,658/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$247,000

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 3, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,658/mo*

Refinance Your Home

4 Beds

2 Baths

930 sqft

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 3012 E 42nd Ct.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1980

Living Area

930 sqft

Price/Sqft

$266

Parking

Garage

About this House

Spacious, updated, 4 bedroom 2 bath home with nearly 1700 square feet of finished living space. The first level opens to the living area, with tons of natural light. The open, eat-in kitchen has stainless steel appliances and beautiful white cabinets with under cabinet lighting. Three bedrooms and a full bathroom complete the main level. The finish lower level has a family room, 4th bedroom and half bathroom. Enjoy the large deck located off the kitchen, perfect for entertaining and alfresco dining. The backyard is fully fenced, great for kids and pets and has a large 2-car garage. This Sheridan Park home is in a family friendly neighborhood that is with-in walking distance to schools. And only a short commute to downtown and the amenities of Altoona and Pleasant Hill. All information obtained from Seller and public records.

3012 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 930 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1980. It last sold for $202,500 on Mar 25, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $247,000, with a rent estimate of $1,751/month.

Home Details for 3012 E 42nd Ct

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat Pump, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

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: 2012
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split entry

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7884 sqft

Price History for 3012 E 42nd Ct

Date	Price	Event	Source
03/25/2021	$202,500	Sold	DMMLS #622409
Recording Date 03/25/2021 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
02/18/2021	$200,000	Pending	Agent Provided

02/15/2021	$200,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

07/21/2016	$152,000	Sold	DMMLS #517878
Recording Date 07/21/2016 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
05/24/2016	$149,900	Pending	Agent Provided

05/20/2016	$149,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

12/04/2012	$131,000	Sold	DMMLS #407770
Recording Date 12/04/2012 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
10/06/2012	$132,500	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

08/31/2012	$67,000	Sold	DMMLS #404389
Recording Date 08/31/2012 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
07/20/2012	$71,500	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $71,500 (0%)
07/11/2012	$0	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

06/21/2012	$135,186	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 06/21/2012 Contract Date 06/14/2012 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
09/26/2006	$134,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 09/26/2006 Contract Date 09/20/2006 County Transfer Tax $215 Total Transfer Tax N/A
04/03/1997	$80,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 04/03/1997 Contract Date 02/28/1997 County Transfer Tax $129 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	$3,966
Assessment	$235,800

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3012 E 42nd Ct

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3600 Williams St, Des Moines, IA	0.27	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. $228,000
4 bd
2 ba
980 sqft
3100 E 42nd Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $187,300
2 bd
1 ba
754 sqft
3106 E 42nd Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $213,800
3 bd
1 ba
969 sqft
3112 E 42nd Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $223,300
2 ba
930 sqft
3200 E 42nd Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $184,100
3 bd
1 ba
948 sqft
3206 E 42nd Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $256,100
6 bd
2 ba
1,060 sqft
3212 E 42nd Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $200,400
2 bd
2 ba
818 sqft
3013 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $233,800
3 bd
2 ba
832 sqft
3101 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $217,800
3 bd
2 ba
832 sqft
3107 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $195,400
2 bd
1 ba
832 sqft
3113 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $222,300
3 bd
1.5 ba
832 sqft
3201 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $262,400
4 bd
2 ba
1,400 sqft
3207 E 42nd 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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