$240,500
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,264 sqft (on 0.38 acres)
3101 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317
Est. Refi. Payment $1,689/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Nov 12, 2025 for $237,500
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$241KSince last month
Increased$3K (+1.3%)Since last year
Increased$2K (+1%)Since last sale
Increased$3K (+1.3%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +60% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| September 2026 | $241K |
| August 2026 | $238K |
| July 2026 | $239K |
| June 2026 | $236K |
| May 2026 | $239K |
| April 2026 | $240K |
| March 2026 | $239K |
| February 2026 | $239K |
| January 2026 | $237K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.07 | Single-Family Home | $244,000 | 09/01/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,267 | |
0.04 | Single-Family Home | $245,000 | 09/04/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,528 | |
0.09 | Single-Family Home | $225,000 | 04/17/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 831 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $285,000 | 05/29/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,500 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $270,500 | 04/02/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,632 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $210,000 | 06/09/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,282 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $245,000 | 12/12/25 | 4 | 1.5 | 1,048 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $270,000 | 12/30/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,140 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $291,500 | 08/03/26 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,640 |
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 |
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0.04 | $245,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,528 | Recently Sold | |
0.07 | $291,500 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,640 | Recently Sold | |
0.07 | $250,300 | 3 | 2 | 924 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $285,000 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,500 | Recently Sold | |
0.10 | $227,200 | 3 | 2 | 1,208 | Off Market | |
0.07 | $244,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,267 | Recently Sold | |
0.09 | $225,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 831 | Recently Sold | |
0.12 | $299,200 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,442 | Off Market | |
0.13 | $284,300 | 3 | 2 | 1,443 | Off Market | |
0.14 | $302,999 | 4 | 2.5 | 1,704 | Recently Sold | |
0.11 | $255,000 | 5 | 2 | 816 | Recently Sold |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1977
0.38 acre lot
1,264 sqft
$190/sqft
Garage
About this House
What's unique:Formal dining roomExtra large fenced yard
Well maintained and clean ranch style home that is move-in ready. Extra large fenced yard for the kids or pets. This is a 3 bedroom and 2 bath home with a formal dining room and large living room on the main level. The basement contains a large family room with a bar. The unfinished basement area contains plenty of shelving for storage. The basement also contains a washer, dryer, chest freezer, sofa, desk, book shelf, countertop microwave, file cabinet, and safe which can stay with the home. Home being sold as-is. Basement finish square footage is per seller.
3101 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,264 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1977. It last sold for the $238,000 asking price on Nov 12, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $240,500, with a rent estimate of $1,732/month.
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Lynn Benson, (515) 491-9360
Keller Williams Realty GDM
Bought with: Sanela Kremic, (515) 639-1064, RE/MAX Precision
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#727134

Home Details for 3101 E 42nd Ct
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Interior Details Basement: Finished |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1264 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Freezer, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Electric,Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Carpet, Vinyl |
Security Security: Smoke Detector(s) |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Chain Link, FullExterior: Deck, Fully FencedFoundation: Poured |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage |
Frontage Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (below surface): 650 Square Feet |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 2 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1977 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Parcel Number: 06007596552000 |
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Price List Price: $238,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Mon Sep 29 2025 |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: Des Moines |
School Information Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent |
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Building Area Building Area: 1264 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA |
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Lot Area: 0.38 acres |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan |
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BasementMls Number: 727134Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 491-9360Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06007596552000-R-N |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Nov 12, 2025 Source: DMMLS #727134 | Sold | $237,500 |
Sep 29, 2025 Source: DMMLS #727134 | Pending | $238,000 |
Sep 27, 2025 Source: DMMLS #727134 | Listed For Sale | $238,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $3,586 | $236,600 |
Home facts updated by county records
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
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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Frequently asked questions about 3101 E 42nd Ct
- What is 3101 E 42nd Ct estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 3101 E 42nd Ct in Des Moines, IA is $240,500.
- What is the price history for 3101 E 42nd Ct?3101 E 42nd Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $237,500 in November 2025.
- 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.
- Does 3101 E 42nd Ct have air conditioning?Yes, 3101 E 42nd Ct in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
- Does 3101 E 42nd Ct have laundry facilities?Yes, 3101 E 42nd Ct in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

