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

OFF MARKET

3801 E Ovid Ave
Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

4 Beds
1 Bath
988 sqft

$231,400

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 27, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,562/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$231,400

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 27, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,562/mo*

Refinance Your Home

4 Beds

1 Bath

988 sqft

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 3801 E Ovid Ave.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1961

Living Area

988 sqft

Price/Sqft

$234

Parking

Garage

About this House

Beautiful home on corner lot with many updates New furnace / AC and water heater New Roof More insulation added in attic and basement walls have been insulated 4 Bedrooms, full bath. Multiple ceiling fans Features include lovely hardwood floors, kitchen with pretty oak cabinets and all appliances included Sliders to a large deck for grilling, entertaining or relaxing in the fresh air Basement remodeled for 4th bedroom with egressed window. Windows have built in blinds Nice location Close to restaurants, theaters and shopping Day care facility and schools are very close and the bus stop is on the corner for convenience Easy access to I 80 / I 35. Large oversized 2 car garage Extra cement pad for parking a camper or boat.

3801 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 988 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1961. It last sold for $110,000 on Sep 25, 2015. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $231,400, with a rent estimate of $1,403/month.

Home Details for 3801 E Ovid Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: MetalFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 9375 sqft

Price History for 3801 E Ovid Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
03/16/2020	$159,900	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

02/08/2020	$159,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

09/25/2015	$110,000	Sold	DMMLS #455034
Recording Date 09/25/2015 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
05/28/2015	$124,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

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	$3,730
Assessment	$209,700

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3801 E Ovid Ave

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
3861 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.14	Single-Family Home	$150,000	02/23/26	3	1	1,064
3901 Glen Ellen Dr, Des Moines, IA	0.20	Single-Family Home	$118,730	12/18/25	3	1	1,088
3501 Belmar Dr, Des Moines, IA	0.15	Single-Family Home	$221,500	11/12/25	3	1	1,206

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $206,400
3 bd
2 ba
1,040 sqft
3807 E Ovid Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $197,200
3 bd
2 ba
1,052 sqft
3813 E Ovid Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $231,600
3 bd
1.5 ba
988 sqft
3817 E Ovid Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
RE/MAX Revolution
OFF MARKET
Est. $225,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,064 sqft
3821 E Ovid Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $208,000
3 bd
1 ba
988 sqft
3825 E Ovid Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $252,700
3 bd
2 ba
1,228 sqft
3831 E Ovid Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $277,300
4 bd
1.5 ba
1,351 sqft
4016 Hull Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $266,200
4 bd
2 ba
1,866 sqft
3106 E 40th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $195,300
3 bd
2 ba
1,088 sqft
3110 E 40th Ct,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $237,200
3 bd
2 ba
1,116 sqft
4011 Richmond Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $227,600
3 bd
2.5 ba
1,372 sqft
4007 Richmond Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
OFF MARKET
Est. $228,300
3 bd
2 ba
988 sqft
4001 Richmond Ave,
Des Moines, IA 50317
Keller Williams Realty GDM

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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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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5y ago
"There are many dog owners and many times they are walking their dogs. It is a dog friendly neighborhood. "
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BW
Resident
7y ago
"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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