3615 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

3615 E 40th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,040 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$276,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,828/mo*
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$276,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 13, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,828/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,040 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Description

Well maintained property nestled into a quiet neighborhood on a cul-de-sac. 3 BR, 2BA, w/over 1500 ft of finish. On the egress level there is a 480 sq ft spacious Family Room. This includes a TV area with fireplace, and a home office area. The big $ items are already done for you. Updated vinyl windows, metal siding, water heater, professionally poured edging. Recent improvements include new refrigerator, sliding door, front & back door Ring/Security System, and a heated & jetted tub in full bath. Oversized private fenced backyard. Great for family time & recreation. The garage is an oversized 2(+) car. The sellers are offering a $4,000 flooring allowance with acceptable offer. Hurry!!
3615 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,040 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1979. It last sold for the $265,000 asking price on Jul 13, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $276,900, with a rent estimate of $1,562/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 3615 E 40th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1040 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Multi/SplitFloors: Carpet, Vinyl
Security
Security: Security System, Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Chain Link, PartialExterior: Deck, FenceFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 480 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1979
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Split Level
Building
Construction Materials: Metal SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06000869008000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $265,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jun 05 2023

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Moines
School Information
Elementary School District: Des Moines IndependentJr High / Middle School District: Des Moines IndependentHigh School District: Des Moines Independent

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1040 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 674289Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 277-6211Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06000869008000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by JAMIE SMITH, (515) 277-6211
Iowa Realty Beaverdale
Bought with: SARAH PESEK, BHHS First Realty Ankeny
Source: DMMLS, MLS#674289

Price History for 3615 E 40th St

DatePriceEventSource
07/13/2023$265,000Sold
DMMLS #674289
06/05/2023$265,000PendingDMMLS #674289
05/31/2023$265,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #674289
01/07/2016$134,000Sold
DMMLS #506815
10/23/2015$139,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

Year2025
Tax$4,404
Assessment$247,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3615 E 40th St

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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
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Sqft
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$245,000
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05/22/26
4
2
988
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$261,500
09/05/25
4
2
930
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0.25
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$267,000
03/02/26
4
2
1,000
3607 E 41st Ct, Des Moines, IA
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$248,000
05/06/26
3
1
1,008
4104 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.19
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$245,000
06/18/26
4
2
918
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0.22
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$205,000
07/16/25
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1.5
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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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