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 3617 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3617 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $223,800 .

What is the price history for 3617 E 42nd St?

3617 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $95,500 in December 2000.

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.

Does 3617 E 42nd St have air conditioning?

Yes, 3617 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 3617 E 42nd St?

The lot at 3617 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.39 acres (16,901 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$223,800

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
1 Bath
898 sqft (on 0.39 acres)

3617 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $1,560/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 21, 2000 for $95,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$224K

Since last month

$3K (-1.3%)

Since last year

$5K (+2.4%)

Since last sale

$130K (+135.9%)

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 +70% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$225K
August 2026	$228K
July 2026	$229K
June 2026	$230K
May 2026	$230K
April 2026	$227K
March 2026	$226K
February 2026	$219K
January 2026	$216K
2025
December 2025	$219K
November 2025	$223K
October 2025	$224K
September 2025	$220K
August 2025	$221K
July 2025	$225K
June 2025	$227K
May 2025	$229K
April 2025	$226K
March 2025	$222K
February 2025	$216K
January 2025	$215K
2024
December 2024	$216K
November 2024	$221K
October 2024	$226K
September 2024	$227K
August 2024	$225K
July 2024	$223K
June 2024	$224K
May 2024	$226K
April 2024	$225K
March 2024	$223K
February 2024	$220K
January 2024	$216K
2023
December 2023	$216K
November 2023	$215K
October 2023	$219K
September 2023	$218K
August 2023	$220K
July 2023	$220K
June 2023	$218K
May 2023	$215K
April 2023	$209K
March 2023	$203K
February 2023	$192K
January 2023	$188K
2022
December 2022	$190K
November 2022	$191K
October 2022	$198K
September 2022	$200K
August 2022	$198K
July 2022	$199K
June 2022	$198K
May 2022	$197K
April 2022	$189K
March 2022	$181K
February 2022	$169K
January 2022	$169K
2021
December 2021	$171K
November 2021	$174K
October 2021	$176K
September 2021	$177K
August 2021	$180K
July 2021	$185K
June 2021	$185K
May 2021	$185K
April 2021	$182K
March 2021	$180K
February 2021	$176K
January 2021	$174K
2020
December 2020	$174K
November 2020	$174K
October 2020	$172K
September 2020	$173K
August 2020	$170K
July 2020	$170K
June 2020	$169K
May 2020	$168K
April 2020	$174K
March 2020	$172K
February 2020	$168K
January 2020	$166K
2019
December 2019	$165K
November 2019	$170K
October 2019	$174K
September 2019	$167K
August 2019	$166K
July 2019	$164K
June 2019	$165K
May 2019	$162K
April 2019	$158K
March 2019	$156K
February 2019	$157K
January 2019	$156K
2018
December 2018	$157K
November 2018	$156K
October 2018	$157K
September 2018	$158K
August 2018	$157K
July 2018	$155K
June 2018	$153K
May 2018	$150K
April 2018	$150K
March 2018	$149K
February 2018	$147K
January 2018	$147K
2017
December 2017	$147K
November 2017	$146K
October 2017	$144K
September 2017	$144K
August 2017	$143K
July 2017	$141K
June 2017	$141K
May 2017	$140K
April 2017	$140K
March 2017	$138K
February 2017	$137K
January 2017	$136K
2016
December 2016	$137K
November 2016	$136K
October 2016	$134K
September 2016	$132K

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
4239 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.10	Single-Family Home	$141,000	05/01/26	3	1	930
3912 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA	0.43	Single-Family Home	$108,000	11/26/25	3	1	864

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
3611 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$212,700	Studio	1	930	Off Market
3601 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$222,700	3	1	929	Off Market
3600 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$264,600	4	2	930	Off Market
3606 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$231,100	3	2	930	Off Market
3607 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$237,100	4	2	930	Off Market
3632 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$240,500	3	2	1,022	Off Market
3626 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$244,700	3	2	966	Off Market
3622 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$196,300	3	1	898	Off Market
3616 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$217,400	3	1	930	Off Market
3610 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$186,800	2	1	754	Off Market
3611 E 42nd Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$216,400	4	1	930	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1980

0.39 acre lot

898 sqft

$249/sqft

Garage

About this House

"This 3 bedroom ranch home with finished lower level family room is sure to catch your eye. The huge lot, fenced and 260 feet deep, is great for family games. Enjoy the evening on the rear patio with privacy. Roof and siding have been updated, newer laminate floors, carpet, and kitchen floor all add to this homes value. This is a great neighborhood close to elementary and Junior High schools. Garage has extra space for storage and there is a laundry shoot to lower level for easy convenience. Appliances are included with the sale. A 3 bedroom home with finished family room is hard to find in this price range. Call for a private showing, owner is ready to sell."

3617 E 42nd St, 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 $95,500 on Dec 21, 2000. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $223,800, with a rent estimate of $1,321/month.

Home Details for 3617 E 42nd 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: AsphaltDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1980
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split entry

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.39 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 19, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$109,400
Oct 5, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$109,400 Price decreased by 2%
Sep 22, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$111,900 Price decreased by 0%
Aug 18, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$112,000 Price decreased by 6%
Jun 3, 2011 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$119,000
Dec 21, 2000 Source: N/A	Sold	$95,500

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$3,488	$206,800

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$214K

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$192

$1MoM

Available listings

1060

36MoM

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
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Neighborhood Overview

Sheridan Gardens

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Buy: $130k - $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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"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 3617 E 42nd St

What is 3617 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3617 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $223,800.
What is the price history for 3617 E 42nd St?
3617 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $95,500 in December 2000.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
Does 3617 E 42nd St have air conditioning?
Yes, 3617 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 3617 E 42nd St?
The lot at 3617 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.39 acres (16,901 sq ft).