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 3117 E 40th Ct estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3117 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $230,800 .

What is the price history for 3117 E 40th Ct?

3117 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $164,000 in January 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 3117 E 40th Ct have air conditioning?

Yes, 3117 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 3117 E 40th Ct?

The lot at 3117 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$230,800

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,470 sqft

3117 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 4, 2021 for $164,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$231K

Since last month

$4K (-1.7%)

Since last year

$6K (-2.5%)

Since last sale

$67K (+41.1%)

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 +50% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$231K
August 2026	$231K
July 2026	$235K
June 2026	$233K
May 2026	$236K
April 2026	$237K
March 2026	$234K
February 2026	$229K
January 2026	$229K
2025
December 2025	$230K
November 2025	$232K
October 2025	$233K
September 2025	$235K
August 2025	$237K
July 2025	$243K
June 2025	$241K
May 2025	$242K
April 2025	$241K
March 2025	$237K
February 2025	$231K
January 2025	$231K
2024
December 2024	$234K
November 2024	$234K
October 2024	$237K
September 2024	$237K
August 2024	$237K
July 2024	$239K
June 2024	$239K
May 2024	$242K
April 2024	$240K
March 2024	$238K
February 2024	$233K
January 2024	$229K
2023
December 2023	$230K
November 2023	$230K
October 2023	$231K
September 2023	$230K
August 2023	$233K
July 2023	$239K
June 2023	$237K
May 2023	$231K
April 2023	$227K
March 2023	$222K
February 2023	$217K
January 2023	$215K
2022
December 2022	$213K
November 2022	$217K
October 2022	$224K
September 2022	$220K
August 2022	$213K
July 2022	$201K
June 2022	$193K
May 2022	$191K
April 2022	$189K
March 2022	$187K
February 2022	$184K
January 2022	$183K
2021
December 2021	$183K
November 2021	$181K
October 2021	$179K
September 2021	$177K
August 2021	$177K
July 2021	$177K
June 2021	$175K
May 2021	$172K
April 2021	$169K
March 2021	$168K
February 2021	$186K
January 2021	$184K
2020
December 2020	$183K
November 2020	$183K
October 2020	$184K
September 2020	$182K
August 2020	$180K
July 2020	$180K
June 2020	$178K
May 2020	$176K
April 2020	$179K
March 2020	$179K
February 2020	$177K
January 2020	$176K
2019
December 2019	$176K
November 2019	$174K
October 2019	$175K
September 2019	$176K
August 2019	$176K
July 2019	$175K
June 2019	$175K
May 2019	$174K
April 2019	$173K
March 2019	$170K
February 2019	$170K
January 2019	$168K
2018
December 2018	$167K
November 2018	$168K
October 2018	$171K
September 2018	$171K
August 2018	$171K
July 2018	$170K
June 2018	$166K
May 2018	$169K
April 2018	$168K
March 2018	$166K
February 2018	$165K
January 2018	$165K
2017
December 2017	$164K
November 2017	$162K
October 2017	$161K
September 2017	$164K
August 2017	$164K
July 2017	$161K
June 2017	$162K
May 2017	$159K
April 2017	$158K
March 2017	$156K
February 2017	$155K
January 2017	$155K
2016
December 2016	$153K
November 2016	$153K
October 2016	$153K
September 2016	$154K

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
3201 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$223,600	3	2	1,140	Off Market
3205 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$210,100	3	2	1,092	Off Market
3211 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$226,900	3	2	1,372	Off Market
3215 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$210,000	4	1.5	988	Recently Sold
3221 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$205,400	3	2	1,116	Off Market
3301 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$229,400	4	2	988	Off Market
3111 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$263,100	3	3	1,320	Off Market
3101 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$249,600	3	2	1,092	Off Market
3800 E Sheridan Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.43	$224,100	3	1	1,092	Off Market
2607 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.42	$254,000	4	2	988	Recently Sold
2611 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.41	$220,400	3	2	864	Off Market
2615 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.40	$237,000	3	2	988	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 3117 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

1962

Living Area

1,470 sqft

Price/Sqft

$157

Parking

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 3117 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA. 3117 E 40th Ct is in the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,470 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7492 sqft and was built in 1962.

3117 E 40th Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,470 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1962. It last sold for $164,000 on Jan 4, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $230,800, with a rent estimate of $1,813/month.

Home Details for 3117 E 40th Ct

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2

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: Conventional

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7492 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jan 4, 2021 Source: N/A	Sold	$164,000
Sep 28, 2007 Source: DMMLS #309946	Sold	$105,025
Feb 22, 2007 Source: N/A	Sold	$132,712
Oct 29, 2001 Source: N/A	Sold	$124,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,462	$262,800

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: $140k - $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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"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 3117 E 40th Ct

What is 3117 E 40th Ct estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3117 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA is $230,800.
What is the price history for 3117 E 40th Ct?
3117 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA last sold for $164,000 in January 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 3117 E 40th Ct have air conditioning?
Yes, 3117 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 3117 E 40th Ct?
The lot at 3117 E 40th Ct in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).