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

3612 E 40th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,052 sqft

$263,500

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 25, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,769/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$263,500

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 25, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,769/mo*

Refinance Your Home

4 Beds

2 Baths

1,052 sqft

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 3612 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

1979

Living Area

1,052 sqft

Price/Sqft

$250

Parking

Garage

About this House

Looking for a cheap home with high-end finishes? Well look no further than this completely renovated home. Living room offer large picturesque window letting in tons of natural light and opens to dining area off kitchen. Hardwood floors in kitchen and dining area for easy maintenance. Updated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, and cherry cabinets. Master bedroom complete with "his and her" closets ensuring you have plenty of room for your clothes. Lower level is finished and includes additional 2 bedrooms, full bath, and additional living area. Large 24x24, finished garage gives you plenty of space for cars, toys, tools and storage. The garage has been fully updated with new insulation, drywall, 220 volt wiring, heat and recessed lighting. Sliders off dining area lead to deck off the back of the house an ideal place for family barbecues. Other updates include new windows, 2 new full baths, new furnace, & newer water heater, new roof in 2015, fenced in back yard, Vivint security system, and back yard patio with hot tub. There is nothing to do with this house, but move in your belongings so start packing today!

3612 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,052 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1979. It last sold for $167,500 on Oct 5, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $263,500, with a rent estimate of $1,675/month.

Home Details for 3612 E 40th St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Laundry RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa Hot Tub or Spa
Security Security System

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: StoneFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1979Year Updated: 2015
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7492 sqft

Price History for 3612 E 40th St

Date	Price	Event	Source
03/24/2021		ListingRemoved	N/A

10/05/2016	$167,500	Sold	DMMLS #524882
Recording Date 10/05/2016 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
09/01/2016	$167,500	Pending	N/A

08/30/2016	$167,500	Listed For Sale	N/A

06/13/2013	$143,000	Sold	DMMLS #414789
Recording Date 06/13/2013 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/29/2013	$143,500	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

01/02/2013	$143,500	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

12/12/2012	$143,500	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $500 (0%)
12/07/2012	$143,000	PriceChange	N/A
Price Change $500 (-0%)
11/07/2012	$143,500	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

04/01/2002	$68,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 04/01/2002 Contract Date 03/27/2002 County Transfer Tax $110 Total Transfer Tax N/A
10/08/2001	$79,050	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 10/08/2001 Contract Date 09/27/2001 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/17/1997	$53,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/17/1997 Contract Date 12/04/1996 County Transfer Tax $86 Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026

Avg. sale price

$211K

$5.03KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.4%MoM

Price per sq ft

$191

$4MoM

Available listings

1009

2MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$4,696
Assessment	$275,600

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3612 E 40th St

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3600 Williams St, Des Moines, IA	0.18	Single-Family Home	$235,000	05/22/26	3	2	864

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $217,900
3 bd
2 ba
988 sqft
3608 E 40th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $237,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,040 sqft
3604 E 40th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $221,100
5 bd
1 ba
1,052 sqft
3600 E 40th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $238,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,096 sqft
3420 E 40th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $269,600
4 bd
3 ba
1,372 sqft
3422 E 40th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $243,000
2 ba
1,034 sqft
3426 E 40th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $238,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,040 sqft
3616 E 40th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
FOR SALE
NEW
$290,000
4 bd
1.5 ba
1,400 sqft
3620 E 40th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
Iowa Realty Ankeny
OFF MARKET
Est. $245,800
3 bd
2 ba
1,416 sqft
3619 E 40th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $279,500
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,520 sqft
3615 E 40th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $267,700
3 bd
2 ba
1,412 sqft
3611 E 40th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $244,200
3 bd
2 ba
1,400 sqft
3607 E 40th St,
Des Moines, IA 50317

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Neighborhood Overview

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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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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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