3700 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

3700 E 38th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 780 sqft

$160,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,087/mo*
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$160,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,087/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
780 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Why rent when you can own this remodeled 2 bedroom, 1 bath home? You have got to get inside this one to appreciate what you can have for under $90,000! Features include new windows, flooring, cabinets, countertops and paint throughout. Additional space you can finish in basement with walkout to a huge fenced backyard with plenty of space for that future 2+ car garage. Use NFC financing to qualify for the forgivable loan to get that garage of your dreams. Call a Realtor today to get in and see this one!
3700 E 38th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 780 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1960. It last sold for $88,000 on Apr 8, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $160,000, with a rent estimate of $1,268/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 3700 E 38th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Concrete

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960Year Updated: 2015
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10018 sqft

Price History for 3700 E 38th St

DatePriceEventSource
04/08/2016$88,000Sold
DMMLS #506981
10/28/2015$89,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/22/2015$94,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/22/2015$94,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/20/2015$39,200Sold
DMMLS #445815
05/01/2014$28,423Sold
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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$2,726
Assessment$153,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3700 E 38th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3912 E 39th Ct, Des Moines, IA
0.31
Single-Family Home
$108,000
11/26/25
3
1
864
3861 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$150,000
02/23/26
3
1
1,064
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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    "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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