3812 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

3812 E 8th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Oak Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,281 sqft

$207,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,385/mo*
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$207,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,385/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,281 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow with over 1100 sq ft of living space, nestled in a quiet neighborhood and bursting with character! Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main level, which features two spacious bedrooms, an updated bathroom, and a modern kitchen complete with a cozy breakfast nook. Natural light pours in through the home’s newer windows, creating a bright and airy feel. The finished basement adds plenty of extra living space with a family room and an additional bedroom, featuring a brand-new egress window for added safety and comfort. Outside, enjoy your morning coffee on the front deck or entertain on the expansive rear deck, which overlooks a huge backyard—perfect for gardening, play, or relaxation. With updated mechanicals, newer roofs, a new private driveway, and an oversized tandem garage, this home truly has it all. Don’t miss your chance to make this beautifully updated bungalow your own! With time left on the rental cert this home makes a great rental or VRBO.
3812 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,281 sqft single-family home in Oak Park, built in 1976. It last sold for the $209,900 asking price on Jun 13, 2025. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2024 with an asking price of $1,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 11, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $207,300, with a rent estimate of $1,380/month.

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 3812 E 8th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1281 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,Garage,One Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 350 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 3

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1976
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11003526002000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $209,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue May 06 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: 1281 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6621.12 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 717106Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 201-1490Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11003526002000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Jason Russell, (515) 201-1490
Realty ONE Group Impact
Bought with: Mariah Klemp, (515) 608-9242, RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#717106

Price History for 3812 E 8th St

DatePriceEventSource
06/13/2025$209,000Sold
DMMLS #717106
05/06/2025$209,900PendingDMMLS #717106
05/02/2025$209,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #717106
10/21/2024$209,900ListingRemovedDMMLS #705632
10/18/2024$209,900PriceChange
DMMLS #705632
10/11/2024$1,500ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
10/10/2024$214,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #705632
09/29/2024$1,500Listed For RentZillow Rentals
10/17/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
10/04/2023$1,400Listed For RentZillow Rentals
03/13/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
03/01/2023$1,400Listed For RentZillow Rentals
08/11/2022$161,750Sold
DMMLS #655780
07/11/2022$159,500PendingDMMLS #655780
07/08/2022$159,500Listed For SaleDMMLS #655780
08/17/2012$82,500Sold
DMMLS #401512
05/23/2012$89,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/16/2010$94,500Sold
N/A
07/21/2010$94,500Sold
N/A
12/08/2004$98,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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

Year2025
Tax$2,698
Assessment$161,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3812 E 8th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3821 8th Pl, Des Moines, IA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$189,900
06/30/26
2
1
1,362
821 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$216,500
04/24/26
3
1
1,396
3836 8th Pl, Des Moines, IA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$248,500
02/27/26
3
1.5
1,369
3837 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$229,900
04/23/26
3
1
1,292
913 Clinton Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.17
Single-Family Home
$222,500
04/27/26
3
2
1,254
818 Clinton Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$229,000
01/12/26
3
1.5
1,512
4032 3rd St, Des Moines, IA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$207,000
12/12/25
3
1
1,220
3842 12th St, Des Moines, IA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$175,000
12/19/25
3
1
1,166
914 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$312,000
02/13/26
3
2
1,338

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Neighborhood Overview

Oak Park
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What Locals Say about Oak Park

At least 17 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 96 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 92 % Say parking is easy

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 89 % Say kids play outside

  • 76 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 74 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say there's wildlife

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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    "There's a variety in ages of the kids in the neighborhood and it's safe to play outside. Schools nearby. Public library and pool in the area as well as parks."
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    "shops in the neighborhood parks in the neighborhood that have event's at it. and restaurants that offer special deals "
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    "good schools, nice people. small feel. great area for all types of families. traffic isn't too bad. new park at riverview for the kids. "
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  • Alex B.
    "it a good and a great naberhood and with wonderful people all around which is super great could not ask for anything even better then this place "
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