3818 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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OFF MARKET

3818 E 8th St
Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 714 sqft

$160,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 1, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,089/mo*
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$160,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 1, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,089/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
714 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1938
Living Area
714 sqft
Price/Sqft
$224
Parking
Garage

About this House

Welcome to this charming home in Highland Park! Upon entering you are greeted with beautiful hardwood floors in the main living area that lead into 2 bedrooms. Galley style kitchen has ceramic tile floors and a cozy breakfast nook that overlooks the fenced backyard. There is plenty of space for vehicles, storage, or hobbies in the deep 2.5 car garage with built-in cabinets. 8x8 utility shed. Roof new 2024. HVAC new 2022. Basement is framed and ready to be finished. Conveniently located within walking distance to restaurants and shops. Neighborhood Finance Corporation mortgage money available with a 10,000 forgivable loan for improvements plus a possible $2,500 grant for down payment assistance! All information obtained from public and seller records.
3818 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 714 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1938. It last sold for $160,000 on Apr 14, 2025 (3% below the $164,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $160,100, with a rent estimate of $1,047/month.

Home Details for 3818 E 8th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 714 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFencing: Chain Link, WoodFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 55

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1938
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Metal SidingDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11003530000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $164,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Mar 11 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: 714 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9016.92 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 710279Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 778-3014Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11003530000000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by Marce Peters, (515) 778-3014
RE/MAX Precision
Renee Geurkink
RE/MAX Precision
Bought with: Cathy McAulay, (515) 974-9071, Century 21 Signature
Co-Buyer's Agent: Lynette Williamson, (515) 250-1155, Century 21 Signature
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#710279

Price History for 3818 E 8th St

DatePriceEventSource
04/14/2025$160,000Sold
DMMLS #710279
03/11/2025$164,900PendingDMMLS #710279
02/26/2025$164,900PriceChange
DMMLS #710279
01/15/2025$169,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #710279
10/03/2023ListingRemovedRE/MAX Central
09/15/2023$159,900Listed For SaleDMMLS #682112
08/14/2019$108,500Sold
DMMLS #584314
07/10/2019$114,900PendingAgent Provided
06/28/2019$114,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/17/2019$119,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/08/2019$122,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/04/2014$85,000Sold
DMMLS #442923
09/28/2014$85,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/20/2014$90,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/06/2000$68,500Sold
N/A
11/12/1997$57,500Sold
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$2,368
Assessment$134,600
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3818 E 8th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3701 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$118,500
05/27/26
2
1
704
3940 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$230,000
07/24/26
2
1
720
3914 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$175,000
06/03/26
2
1.5
744
3723 Wright St, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$160,000
02/13/26
3
1
855
3909 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$180,000
06/30/26
2
1.5
772
616 E Ovid Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$185,000
05/29/26
2
1
780
4012 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$168,500
03/12/26
2
1
736
4024 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$152,000
02/05/26
2
1
784
3507 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$168,000
04/15/26
2
1
940

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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

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    "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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    "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.
    "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
    "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
    "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.
    "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.
    "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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