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 3406 E 40th St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3406 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is $241,900 .

What is the price history for 3406 E 40th St?

3406 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $149,000 in July 2016.

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 3406 E 40th St have air conditioning?

Yes, 3406 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 3406 E 40th St?

The lot at 3406 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.25 acres (10,716 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$241,900

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,096 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

3406 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 8, 2016 for $149,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$242K

Since last month

$3K (-1.3%)

Since last year

$4K (-1.7%)

Since last sale

$93K (+62.3%)

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 +62% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$242K
July 2026	$245K
June 2026	$245K
May 2026	$244K
April 2026	$240K
March 2026	$237K
February 2026	$232K
January 2026	$234K
2025
December 2025	$232K
November 2025	$240K
October 2025	$243K
September 2025	$242K
August 2025	$246K
July 2025	$248K
June 2025	$248K
May 2025	$247K
April 2025	$246K
March 2025	$242K
February 2025	$238K
January 2025	$239K
2024
December 2024	$242K
November 2024	$246K
October 2024	$245K
September 2024	$245K
August 2024	$247K
July 2024	$250K
June 2024	$249K
May 2024	$248K
April 2024	$245K
March 2024	$241K
February 2024	$235K
January 2024	$233K
2023
December 2023	$233K
November 2023	$234K
October 2023	$234K
September 2023	$235K
August 2023	$235K
July 2023	$234K
June 2023	$232K
May 2023	$230K
April 2023	$225K
March 2023	$220K
February 2023	$218K
January 2023	$219K
2022
December 2022	$220K
November 2022	$223K
October 2022	$229K
September 2022	$230K
August 2022	$229K
July 2022	$229K
June 2022	$230K
May 2022	$231K
April 2022	$225K
March 2022	$221K
February 2022	$215K
January 2022	$213K
2021
December 2021	$215K
November 2021	$215K
October 2021	$214K
September 2021	$213K
August 2021	$215K
July 2021	$214K
June 2021	$206K
May 2021	$194K
April 2021	$189K
March 2021	$186K
February 2021	$183K
January 2021	$181K
2020
December 2020	$179K
November 2020	$179K
October 2020	$179K
September 2020	$179K
August 2020	$176K
July 2020	$176K
June 2020	$175K
May 2020	$173K
April 2020	$175K
March 2020	$174K
February 2020	$173K
January 2020	$174K
2019
December 2019	$174K
November 2019	$173K
October 2019	$173K
September 2019	$172K
August 2019	$173K
July 2019	$171K
June 2019	$172K
May 2019	$170K
April 2019	$170K
March 2019	$170K
February 2019	$170K
January 2019	$167K
2018
December 2018	$167K
November 2018	$166K
October 2018	$167K
September 2018	$167K
August 2018	$167K
July 2018	$166K
June 2018	$165K
May 2018	$166K
April 2018	$165K
March 2018	$163K
February 2018	$162K
January 2018	$161K
2017
December 2017	$163K
November 2017	$160K
October 2017	$158K
September 2017	$160K
August 2017	$159K
July 2017	$157K
June 2017	$156K
May 2017	$156K
April 2017	$155K
March 2017	$154K
February 2017	$153K
January 2017	$152K
2016
December 2016	$152K
November 2016	$151K
October 2016	$151K
September 2016	$150K
August 2016	$149K

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
3861 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.13	Single-Family Home	$150,000	02/23/26	3	1	1,064
3501 Belmar Dr, Des Moines, IA	0.15	Single-Family Home	$221,500	11/12/25	3	1	1,206

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
4001 Leyden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$283,000	3	3	1,372	Off Market
4007 Leyden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$227,800	Studio	2	977	Off Market
4011 Leyden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$243,100	4	2	868	Off Market
4101 Leyden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$192,000	3	3	2,112	Recently Sold
4105 Leyden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.08	$221,700	3	2	984	Off Market
4111 Leyden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.09	$228,200	3	2	1,096	Off Market
3410 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$254,100	3	2	2,096	Off Market
3414 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$265,200	3	3	1,372	Off Market
4010 Leyden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$262,600	3	2	856	Off Market
4014 Leyden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$230,900	5	2	984	Off Market
4020 Leyden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$273,600	5	2	1,884	Off Market
4100 Leyden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$268,500	Studio	3	1,468	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 3406 E 40th St.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1973

Lot Size

0.25 acres

Living Area

1,096 sqft

Price/Sqft

$221

Parking

Garage

About this House

3 bd 2 bth ranch home more than move in ready. From the moment you walk in it will be obvious that this one owner home has been meticulously maintained and cared for. From the beautiful yard to the spotless interior this is one that you want to see. Enjoy your time on the screened in porch or in the finished basement (approx. 650 sq ft per seller). Also in the basement is ample storage and laundry area, again clean clean clean! The oversized two car garage offers even more storage and the fenced in yard is a bonus and as mentioned beautiful and ready for your outdoor adventures!

3406 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,096 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1973. It last sold for $149,000 on Jul 8, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $241,900, with a rent estimate of $1,661/month.

Home Details for 3406 E 40th St

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

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: OtherFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1973
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jul 8, 2016 Source: DMMLS #516660	Sold	$149,000
May 5, 2016 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$149,900

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,608	$259,000

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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"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 3406 E 40th St

What is 3406 E 40th St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3406 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is $241,900.
What is the price history for 3406 E 40th St?
3406 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $149,000 in July 2016.
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 3406 E 40th St have air conditioning?
Yes, 3406 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 3406 E 40th St?
The lot at 3406 E 40th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.25 acres (10,716 sq ft).