Are yards well-kept in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say parking is easy

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Highland Park, Des Moines, IA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 81% of users say there are sidewalks

Do kids play outside in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say kids play outside

Is a car needed in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say car is needed

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's dog friendly

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Do residents of Highland Park, Des Moines, IA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are the streets well-lit in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say streets are well-lit

Would people walk alone at night in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are neighbors friendly in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 54% of users say neighbors are friendly

Does Highland Park, Des Moines, IA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Highland Park, Des Moines, IA quiet?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say it's quiet

Is there wildlife in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there's wildlife

Are there community events in Highland Park, Des Moines, IA?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

3721 3rd St
Des Moines, IA 50313

Highland Park

2 Beds
1 Bath
648 sqft

$144,600

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 4, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,002/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$144,600

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 4, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,002/mo*

Refinance Your Home

2 Beds

1 Bath

648 sqft

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 3721 3rd St.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1941

Living Area

648 sqft

Price/Sqft

$223

Parking

Garage

About this House

Charming Highland Park area 2 BR/1 Bath home. Fenced yard 1 car detached garage. Newer windows, bathroom, kitchen, electrical and some newer plumbing. Move in Ready Original wood floors , arched doorways and Closets with built-in drawers Kitchen has room for small table and offers a gas stove. All appliances included. Lower level has approx. 500 ft finished great for a 3rd non- conforming BR and has new flooring. Washer and dryer included with utility sink and shelving for storage. Great first-time homebuyer or investment property. New furnace and duct work

3721 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50313 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 648 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1941. It last sold for $105,000 on Apr 16, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $144,600, with a rent estimate of $1,076/month.

Home Details for 3721 3rd St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1941
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 6553 sqft

Price History for 3721 3rd St

Date	Price	Event	Source
04/16/2019	$105,000	Sold	DMMLS #577491
Recording Date 04/16/2019 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/08/2019	$105,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

08/16/2017	$87,000	Sold	DMMLS #541130
Recording Date 08/16/2017 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
07/10/2017	$87,000	Pending	Agent Provided

06/26/2017	$87,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $2,900 (-3%)
06/06/2017	$89,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

05/27/2015	$74,000	Sold	DMMLS #448479
Recording Date 05/27/2015 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
04/02/2015	$75,000	Pending	Agent Provided

02/07/2015	$75,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

04/15/2014	$75,000	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

12/10/2013	$75,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

03/23/2006	$79,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/23/2006 Contract Date 03/13/2006 County Transfer Tax $127 Total Transfer Tax N/A
06/22/2005	$41,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 06/22/2005 Contract Date 05/10/2005 County Transfer Tax $66 Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/08/2005	$53,475	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/08/2005 Contract Date 02/24/2005 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
04/08/2003	$69,500	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 04/08/2003 Contract Date 02/25/2003 County Transfer Tax $111 Total Transfer Tax N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026

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

Year	2025
Tax	$2,098
Assessment	$130,900

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3721 3rd St

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3938 3rd St, Des Moines, IA	0.23	Single-Family Home	$95,000	10/01/25	2	1	712
3704 Cornell St, Des Moines, IA	0.28	Single-Family Home	$125,000	08/05/25	2	1	792

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $196,100
3 bd
2 ba
1,272 sqft
3717 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $179,700
1 bd
2 ba
2,464 sqft
3711 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $168,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,426 sqft
3705 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $172,000
4 bd
2 ba
1,820 sqft
3703 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $122,500
2 bd
1 ba
864 sqft
3628 Cambridge St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $125,900
2 bd
1 ba
1,188 sqft
3740 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $184,600
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,646 sqft
3736 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $161,800
4 bd
1 ba
1,451 sqft
3732 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313
OFF MARKET
Est. $149,400
5 bd
1 ba
2,400 sqft
3706 3rd St,
Des Moines, IA 50313

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Assigned Schools

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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
72 % Say car is needed
71 % Say it's dog friendly
69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
60 % Say streets are well-lit
60 % Say people would walk alone at night
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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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Resident
3y ago
"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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4y ago
"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.
Prev. Resident
6y ago
"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
Prev. Resident
8y ago
"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
Resident
8y ago
"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.
Resident
8y ago
"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.
Resident
8y ago
"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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