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

3606 E 42nd St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

3 Beds
2 Baths
902 sqft

$238,800

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 5, 2026

$238,800

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 5, 2026

3 Beds

2 Baths

902 sqft

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Description

Welcome Home to this beautiful ranch home! This home has so much to offer from the newer roof, furnace, central air, windows and flooring. As you enter you will feel at home in the cozy family room that is perfect for the whole family. The updated kitchen with white cabinets, newer countertops and laminate flooring is ideal for cooking and entertaining. On the main level you will also find 3 spacious bedrooms and a full bath. The walkout lower level is finished with a non conforming bedroom with huge walk in closet, 3/4 bathroom and family room with access to the large fenced in backyard. The 2 car attached garage with newer garage door and opener plus an extra parking pad for family and friends. Conveniently located and close to many amenities make this home a must see!

3606 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 902 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1991. It last sold for $174,900 on Apr 24, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $238,800, with a rent estimate of $1,518/month.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Patio, Deck

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

No Info

Listed

Less than a day ago

Home Details for 3606 E 42nd St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Laminate

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylFoundation Type: ConcretePatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1991
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8363 sqft

Price History for 3606 E 42nd St

Date	Price	Event	Source
04/24/2020	$174,900	Sold	DMMLS #599032
Recording Date 04/24/2020 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/18/2020	$174,900	Pending	Agent Provided

03/13/2020	$174,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,000 (-3%)
02/27/2020	$179,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $5,100 (-3%)
02/15/2020	$185,000	Listed For Sale	N/A

09/28/2005	$139,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 09/28/2005 Contract Date 09/23/2005 County Transfer Tax $223 Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026

Avg. sale price

$206K

$5.33KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

98.6%

0.4%MoM

Price per sq ft

$187

$3MoM

Available listings

1004

12MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$3,842
Assessment	$228,300

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3606 E 42nd St

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3600 Williams St, Des Moines, IA	0.06	Single-Family Home	$235,000	05/22/26	3	2	864
4131 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.16	Single-Family Home	$265,000	05/01/26	3	2	1,008
4239 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.13	Single-Family Home	$141,000	05/01/26	3	1	930
4163 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.18	Single-Family Home	$180,000	07/10/25	3	1	850

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $234,600
3 bd
2 ba
864 sqft
3612 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $199,600
3 bd
1 ba
902 sqft
3618 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $220,600
3 bd
2 ba
1,014 sqft
3624 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $213,800
3 bd
1 ba
902 sqft
3700 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $259,600
3 bd
2 ba
976 sqft
3706 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $258,700
5 bd
2 ba
1,014 sqft
3712 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $211,800
3 bd
1 ba
902 sqft
3600 E 42nd St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $272,800
3 bd
3 ba
1,014 sqft
3601 Williams St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $165,700
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,284 sqft
3609 Williams St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
FOR SALE
$170,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,284 sqft
3607 Williams St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
RE/MAX Revolution
OFF MARKET
Est. $149,300
3 bd
2 ba
1,284 sqft
3615 Williams St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $148,500
3 bd
2 ba
1,284 sqft
3613 Williams St,
Des Moines, IA 50317

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Assigned Schools

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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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BW
Resident
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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