3617 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

3617 E 42nd Ct
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 898 sqft (on 0.39 acres)

$219,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,463/mo*
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$219,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,463/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
898 sqft
(on 0.39 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Check out this three bedroom, Sheridan Park ranch ALERT! Situated on a HUGE and fully fenced parklike lot on the Northeast side! Close to University and easy interstate access, just a couple minutes to Pleasant Hill or Altoona. This spacious home offers 3 bedrooms, full bath, living room and spacious eat in kitchen on the main level. The lower level provides a finished family room, laundry area and extra storage. This home is MOVE IN Ready complete with an oversized 2 car detached garage with power. This is absolutely perfect for anyone who is looking for a great deal on a move in ready property that wants to use your skills and build sweat equity. Priced TO SELL, get in today!
3617 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 898 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1980. It last sold for $170,000 on Dec 23, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $219,500, with a rent estimate of $1,502/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 3617 E 42nd Ct

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 4
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 Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1980
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.39 acres

Price History for 3617 E 42nd Ct

DatePriceEventSource
12/23/2021$170,000Sold
DMMLS #640983
11/10/2021$159,900PendingDMMLS #640983
11/03/2021$159,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #640983
11/23/2011$94,500Sold
N/A
10/05/2011$109,400PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/22/2011$111,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/17/2011$112,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/26/2011$119,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/28/2003$109,500Sold
N/A
06/09/1999$72,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

Year2025
Tax$3,696
Assessment$208,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3617 E 42nd Ct

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4239 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$141,000
05/01/26
3
1
930
4163 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$180,000
07/10/25
3
1
850
Home facts updated by county records

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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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