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

What is 3814 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3814 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $308,200 .

What is the price history for 3814 E 42nd St?

3814 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $180,500 in January 2018.

Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?

Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Des Moines?

The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.

Does 3814 E 42nd St have air conditioning?

Yes, 3814 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 3814 E 42nd St?

The lot at 3814 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.24 acres (10,542 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$308,200

Trulia Estimate

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,609 sqft

3814 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Est. Refi. Payment $2,120/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 22, 2018 for $180,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$308K

Since last month

$1K (-0.4%)

Since last year

$13K (+4.2%)

Since last sale

$128K (+70.7%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +59% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
September 2026	$308K
August 2026	$309K
July 2026	$313K
June 2026	$312K
May 2026	$312K
April 2026	$308K
March 2026	$308K
February 2026	$298K
January 2026	$295K
2025
December 2025	$297K
November 2025	$302K
October 2025	$302K
September 2025	$296K
August 2025	$298K
July 2025	$299K
June 2025	$305K
May 2025	$308K
April 2025	$304K
March 2025	$302K
February 2025	$296K
January 2025	$295K
2024
December 2024	$295K
November 2024	$299K
October 2024	$299K
September 2024	$298K
August 2024	$297K
July 2024	$298K
June 2024	$298K
May 2024	$300K
April 2024	$296K
March 2024	$293K
February 2024	$286K
January 2024	$284K
2023
December 2023	$284K
November 2023	$283K
October 2023	$286K
September 2023	$285K
August 2023	$288K
July 2023	$279K
June 2023	$280K
May 2023	$276K
April 2023	$270K
March 2023	$264K
February 2023	$257K
January 2023	$254K
2022
December 2022	$255K
November 2022	$260K
October 2022	$270K
September 2022	$273K
August 2022	$271K
July 2022	$272K
June 2022	$272K
May 2022	$272K
April 2022	$265K
March 2022	$259K
February 2022	$250K
January 2022	$249K
2021
December 2021	$250K
November 2021	$249K
October 2021	$248K
September 2021	$247K
August 2021	$248K
July 2021	$248K
June 2021	$246K
May 2021	$241K
April 2021	$237K
March 2021	$232K
February 2021	$220K
January 2021	$207K
2020
December 2020	$201K
November 2020	$203K
October 2020	$202K
September 2020	$200K
August 2020	$199K
July 2020	$200K
June 2020	$198K
May 2020	$197K
April 2020	$194K
March 2020	$194K
February 2020	$192K
January 2020	$193K
2019
December 2019	$193K
November 2019	$192K
October 2019	$190K
September 2019	$191K
August 2019	$192K
July 2019	$191K
June 2019	$194K
May 2019	$190K
April 2019	$191K
March 2019	$190K
February 2019	$191K
January 2019	$188K
2018
December 2018	$187K
November 2018	$186K
October 2018	$187K
September 2018	$187K
August 2018	$187K
July 2018	$186K
June 2018	$185K
May 2018	$186K
April 2018	$186K
March 2018	$183K
February 2018	$182K
January 2018	$181K
2017
December 2017	$185K
November 2017	$196K
October 2017	$194K
September 2017	$195K
August 2017	$194K
July 2017	$202K
June 2017	$199K
May 2017	$198K
April 2017	$195K
March 2017	$195K
February 2017	$196K
January 2017	$190K
2016
December 2016	$190K
November 2016	$190K
October 2016	$191K
September 2016	$194K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
4131 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.03	Single-Family Home	$265,000	05/01/26	3	2	1,008
4022 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA	0.27	Single-Family Home	$296,500	07/16/26	4	2	1,504

Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
2951 E Tiffin Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.43	$219,500	3	1	912	Off Market
3114 Don Lee Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.42	$245,800	2	1.5	972	Off Market
3108 Don Lee Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.43	$197,000	2	1	1,293	Off Market
3104 Don Lee Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.43	$226,000	3	1	1,110	Off Market
3100 Don Lee Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.43	$197,300	3	2	1,052	Off Market
3010 Don Lee Ct, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.44	$244,200	3	1	1,025	Off Market
4135 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$206,500	3	2	1,008	Off Market
4131 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.03	$265,000	3	2	1,008	Recently Sold
4125 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.04	$202,200	3	1	1,086	Off Market
4119 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.05	$196,000	3	1	1,008	Off Market
4115 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.06	$203,700	3	1	1,008	Off Market
4111 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.07	$188,600	3	1	1,008	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1962

2,609 sqft

$118/sqft

Garage

About this House

Wonderful family home, 3BR's on main & 2 more downstairs, 2.5BA, formal living & dining rms, family rm addition has a brick fireplace w/built-in cabinets. The large kitchen has lots of oak cabinets w/pantry closet, additional bar sink, office area, 2 ovens & all appliances stay including washer/dryer & freezer. Enjoy the newer privacy-fenced yard & cov'd patio. Newer furnace w/humidifier, lg capacity air cond, tankless hot water heater & additional 48 gal hot water heater provides lots of hot water, 1 car att. garage & extra deep 2 car detached. There are hardwood floors under the carpet on the main floor (except family rm) & recessed lights throughout many areas. The full bathrooms have been updated with tub surround & tall vanities w/Corian ctops. The laundry has a sink & laundry chutes. One bedroom in the basement has an egress window w/window seat & the other bedroom is non-conforming. The LL is waterproofed & a home warrant

3814 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,609 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1962. It last sold for $180,500 on Jan 22, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $308,200, with a rent estimate of $2,410/month.

Home Details for 3814 E 42nd St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: Stone, BrickFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1962Year Updated: 1968
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 10454 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jan 22, 2018 Source: DMMLS #552195	Sold	$180,500
Dec 13, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$189,900

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,512	$236,400

Additional Cost

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026

Avg. sale price

$214K

Sale-to-List Price

99.1%

0.1%MoM

Price per sq ft

$192

$1MoM

Available listings

1060

36MoM

Around this home

Brubaker Elementary School
K-5
Public
551 Students
Des Moines Independent Community School District
2/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
10 stars.. I love Love Love this school and if i ever had to i would do an open enrollment to keep him there
Parent Review
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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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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Frequently asked questions about 3814 E 42nd St

What is 3814 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3814 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $308,200.
What is the price history for 3814 E 42nd St?
3814 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $180,500 in January 2018.
Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
Des Moines is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
The median sale price in Des Moines is $214K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
Does 3814 E 42nd St have air conditioning?
Yes, 3814 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 3814 E 42nd St?
The lot at 3814 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.24 acres (10,542 sq ft).