3617 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
SOLD
OCT 10, 2025

3617 E 8th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,037 sqft

$110,000

Last Sold: Oct 10, 2025
8% below list $120K
$106/sqft

$110,000

Last Sold: Oct 10, 2025
8% below list $120K
$106/sqft
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,037 sqft

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Local Information

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Description

Welcome to this classic 1927 1.5-story home nestled in a convenient NE Des Moines location. This property offers 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, with the third bedroom located in the finished attic-perfect as a private retreat, office, or guest space. Inside, you'll find a cozy galley-style kitchen featuring a gas stove, a formal dining room ideal for gatherings, and an enclosed front porch to enjoy your morning coffee or relax in the evening.
Situated close to schools, parks, and shopping, this home combines timeless character with everyday convenience. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Des Moines history!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from October 13, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$106/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 3617 E 8th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1037 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Fireplace ScreenNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfAccessibility: Accessible Approach with RampFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: Chain LinkOther Structures: StorageExterior: StorageFoundation: Block
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 68

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1927
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: One and One Half Story
Building
Construction Materials: AsbestosDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11001093000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $119,900Price Per Sqft: $106/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Sep 10 2025

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: 1037 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7013.16 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 721683Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 669-2504Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11001093000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 17 hours ago
Listed by Robert Bish, (515) 669-2504
LPT Realty, LLC
Bought with: Emina Pajazetovic, (515) 867-1949, RE/MAX Precision
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#721683

Price History for 3617 E 8th St

DatePriceEventSource
10/10/2025$110,000Sold
DMMLS #721683
09/10/2025$119,900PendingDMMLS #721683
07/17/2025$119,900PriceChange
DMMLS #721683
07/07/2025$124,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #721683
11/24/1997$37,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,146
Assessment$151,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3617 E 8th St

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3723 Wright St, Des Moines, IA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$160,000
02/13/26
3
1
855
3417 Wright St, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$200,000
06/05/25
3
1
936
809 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$116,500
12/18/25
2
1
768
3426 N Union St, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$185,000
07/10/25
3
1
683
3701 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$90,000
08/04/25
2
1
704
817 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$200,000
07/23/25
3
2
1,122

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Neighborhood Overview

Highland Park
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What Locals Say about Highland Park

At least 43 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 9 years. It’s beautiful and peaceful and full of kids for my children to play with. Parks are close and so are stores."
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  • Trulia User
    "I would not feel safe walking my dog here at night or during the day most of the time for that matter, there is a lot of sketchy people around all the time "
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  • Jill B.
    "to many busy streets. not any dog parks or open areas to let dogs play in. also the sidewalks on main roads are too close to the streets for comfort. "
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  • Tracy
    "I lived in this neighborhood for almost my whole life is a very good neighborhood although now days neighborhoods or any neighborhood are not good to walk alone always make sure that you have someone to walk with but the neighborhood I am in is a good neighborhood and very convenient for shopping and events"
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  • Rekanovicfatima
    "It’s nice and quiet and the neighbors are friendly. There are lots is of shops as well as restaurant. Schools are near by and so is downtown "
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  • Jeff A.
    "the people that live here make it unique and exciting .. to say the least,.. There is a grocery store corner market and pet store close by."
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  • Susan W.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for five years. people are friendly. we wave at each other as we pass. groceries, drug stores, bank and restaurants are convenient."
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3617 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,037 sqft single-family home built in 1927. 3617 E 8th St is located in Highland Park, Des Moines. This property is not currently available for sale. 3617 E 8th St was last sold on Oct 10, 2025 for $110,000 (8% lower than the asking price of $119,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 3617 E 8th St is $110,500.