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 3213 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3213 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $219,200 .

What is the price history for 3213 E 42nd St?

3213 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $212,000 in April 2023.

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 3213 E 42nd St have air conditioning?

Yes, 3213 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 3213 E 42nd St?

The lot at 3213 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.18 acres (7,884 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$219,200

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
900 sqft

3213 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $1,539/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 26, 2023 for $212,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$219K

Since last month

$2K (-0.9%)

Since last year

$3K (+1.4%)

Since last sale

$7K (+3.4%)

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 +81% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$219K
August 2026	$221K
July 2026	$223K
June 2026	$224K
May 2026	$223K
April 2026	$221K
March 2026	$221K
February 2026	$214K
January 2026	$215K
2025
December 2025	$214K
November 2025	$218K
October 2025	$218K
September 2025	$216K
August 2025	$216K
July 2025	$218K
June 2025	$222K
May 2025	$223K
April 2025	$221K
March 2025	$220K
February 2025	$216K
January 2025	$216K
2024
December 2024	$216K
November 2024	$218K
October 2024	$220K
September 2024	$221K
August 2024	$219K
July 2024	$220K
June 2024	$220K
May 2024	$222K
April 2024	$221K
2022
December 2022	$185K
November 2022	$187K
October 2022	$193K
September 2022	$194K
August 2022	$192K
July 2022	$192K
June 2022	$193K
May 2022	$193K
April 2022	$187K
March 2022	$180K
February 2022	$168K
January 2022	$169K
2021
December 2021	$173K
November 2021	$172K
October 2021	$166K
September 2021	$147K
August 2021	$151K
July 2021	$154K
June 2021	$156K
May 2021	$160K
April 2021	$156K
March 2021	$159K
February 2021	$156K
January 2021	$154K
2020
December 2020	$150K
November 2020	$151K
October 2020	$148K
September 2020	$147K
August 2020	$148K
July 2020	$147K
June 2020	$145K
May 2020	$150K
April 2020	$160K
March 2020	$157K
February 2020	$153K
January 2020	$153K
2019
December 2019	$152K
November 2019	$150K
October 2019	$151K
September 2019	$152K
August 2019	$150K
July 2019	$153K
June 2019	$156K
May 2019	$156K
April 2019	$155K
March 2019	$154K
February 2019	$155K
January 2019	$153K
2018
December 2018	$153K
November 2018	$152K
October 2018	$152K
September 2018	$151K
August 2018	$148K
July 2018	$147K
June 2018	$146K
May 2018	$141K
April 2018	$137K
March 2018	$134K
February 2018	$135K
January 2018	$134K
2017
December 2017	$135K
November 2017	$136K
October 2017	$135K
September 2017	$136K
August 2017	$132K
July 2017	$134K
June 2017	$133K
May 2017	$133K
April 2017	$132K
March 2017	$129K
February 2017	$128K
January 2017	$128K
2016
December 2016	$128K
November 2016	$125K
October 2016	$122K
September 2016	$121K

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
4239 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.15	Single-Family Home	$141,000	05/01/26	3	1	930
3216 E 41st Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.17	Single-Family Home	$195,000	08/26/26	3	2	825
3600 Williams St, Des Moines, IA	0.19	Single-Family Home	$235,000	05/22/26	3	2	864

Home facts updated by county records

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
3207 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$258,600	4	2	1,400	Off Market
3201 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$217,800	3	1.5	832	Off Market
3113 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$188,100	2	1	832	Off Market
3107 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$209,500	3	2	832	Off Market
3101 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$229,100	3	2	832	Off Market
3013 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$194,400	2	2	818	Off Market
4200 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$216,200	3	1	1,258	Off Market
4206 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$207,300	3	1	924	Off Market
4212 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$237,000	3	2	1,372	Off Market
4218 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$210,300	Studio	2	969	Off Market
4224 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$242,200	4	1.5	1,364	Off Market
4230 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$185,800	2	1	816	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1977

900 sqft

$244/sqft

Garage

About this House

What's unique:New roofCentral airNew wiringCounter topClose to freeway accessTile back splash

This single-family home is located at 3213 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA. 3213 E 42nd St is in the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 900 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7884 sqft and was built in 1977.

3213 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 900 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1977. It last sold for $212,000 on Apr 26, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $219,200, with a rent estimate of $1,447/month.

Home Details for 3213 E 42nd St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

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

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1977
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7884 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Apr 26, 2023 Source: DMMLS #666636	Sold	$212,000
Mar 23, 2023 Source: DMMLS #666636	Pending	$212,000
Mar 21, 2023 Source: DMMLS #666636	PriceChange	$212,000 Price decreased by 3%
Feb 21, 2023 Source: DMMLS #666636	PriceChange	$217,900 Price decreased by 3%
Jan 25, 2023 Source: DMMLS #666636	Listed For Sale	$225,000
Sep 24, 2021 Source: N/A	Sold	$106,840

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,486	$195,500

Additional Cost

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

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
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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"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 3213 E 42nd St

What is 3213 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3213 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $219,200.
What is the price history for 3213 E 42nd St?
3213 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $212,000 in April 2023.
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 3213 E 42nd St have air conditioning?
Yes, 3213 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 3213 E 42nd St?
The lot at 3213 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.18 acres (7,884 sq ft).