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 3825 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3825 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $249,700 .

What is the price history for 3825 E 42nd St?

3825 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $253,000 in June 2023.

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 3825 E 42nd St have air conditioning?

Yes, 3825 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 3825 E 42nd St?

The lot at 3825 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$249,700

Trulia Estimate

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,080 sqft

3825 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Sheridan Gardens

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 26, 2023 for $253,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$250K

Since last month

$700 (-0.3%)

Since last year

$1K (+0.5%)

Since last sale

$3K (-1.3%)

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 +106% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$250K
July 2026	$251K
June 2026	$251K
May 2026	$251K
April 2026	$250K
March 2026	$249K
February 2026	$245K
January 2026	$245K
2025
December 2025	$244K
November 2025	$248K
October 2025	$247K
September 2025	$250K
August 2025	$249K
July 2025	$249K
June 2025	$254K
May 2025	$255K
April 2025	$253K
March 2025	$248K
February 2025	$250K
January 2025	$257K
2024
December 2024	$268K
November 2024	$270K
October 2024	$267K
September 2024	$266K
August 2024	$268K
July 2024	$266K
June 2024	$268K
May 2024	$267K
April 2024	$267K
March 2024	$267K
February 2024	$265K
January 2024	$263K
2023
December 2023	$256K
November 2023	$255K
October 2023	$254K
September 2023	$254K
August 2023	$255K
July 2023	$255K
June 2023	$253K
April 2023	$119K
March 2023	$118K
February 2023	$117K
January 2023	$117K
2022
December 2022	$120K
November 2022	$120K
October 2022	$120K
September 2022	$176K
August 2022	$175K
July 2022	$176K
June 2022	$175K
May 2022	$174K
April 2022	$166K
March 2022	$156K
February 2022	$142K
January 2022	$143K
2021
December 2021	$147K
November 2021	$149K
October 2021	$152K
September 2021	$153K
August 2021	$155K
July 2021	$158K
June 2021	$159K
May 2021	$159K
April 2021	$155K
March 2021	$156K
February 2021	$151K
January 2021	$147K
2020
December 2020	$146K
November 2020	$144K
October 2020	$144K
September 2020	$145K
August 2020	$145K
July 2020	$143K
June 2020	$142K
May 2020	$140K
April 2020	$142K
March 2020	$144K
February 2020	$145K
January 2020	$146K
2019
December 2019	$146K
November 2019	$145K
October 2019	$146K
September 2019	$145K
August 2019	$141K
July 2019	$144K
June 2019	$142K
May 2019	$139K
April 2019	$142K
March 2019	$145K
February 2019	$145K
January 2019	$141K
2018
December 2018	$139K
November 2018	$139K
October 2018	$137K
September 2018	$138K
August 2018	$138K
July 2018	$134K
June 2018	$135K
May 2018	$134K
April 2018	$133K
March 2018	$133K
February 2018	$131K
January 2018	$132K
2017
December 2017	$131K
November 2017	$129K
October 2017	$128K
September 2017	$127K
August 2017	$127K
July 2017	$126K
June 2017	$124K
May 2017	$124K
April 2017	$120K
March 2017	$119K
February 2017	$117K
January 2017	$122K
2016
December 2016	$121K
November 2016	$122K
October 2016	$121K
September 2016	$121K

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	0.06	Single-Family Home	$265,000	05/01/26	3	2	1,008
3600 Williams St, Des Moines, IA	0.22	Single-Family Home	$235,000	05/22/26	3	2	864

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
3829 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$220,600	3	1	1,008	Off Market
3821 E 40th St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.23	$191,400	3	1	1,008	Off Market
4007 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.22	$241,300	3	2	1,019	Off Market
4013 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.21	$210,000	3	1	1,018	For Sale
4019 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.20	$236,500	3	2	1,232	Off Market
4025 E Garden Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.19	$258,700	3	1	1,019	Off Market
3821 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.01	$180,200	3	1	1,008	Off Market
3815 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317	0.02	$227,500	4	2	1,008	Off Market
2552 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	2.01	$217,300	3	2	970	Off Market
2556 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	2.00	$180,200	3	1	1,300	Off Market
2562 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.99	$183,900	3	1	960	Off Market
2566 Grandview Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317	1.97	$221,600	3	1	960	Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1959

1,080 sqft

$231/sqft

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 3825 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA. 3825 E 42nd St is in the Sheridan Gardens neighborhood in Des Moines, IA and in ZIP code 50317. This property has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,080 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7492 sqft and was built in 1959.

3825 E 42nd St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,080 sqft single-family home in Sheridan Gardens, built in 1959. It last sold for $253,000 on Jun 26, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $249,700, with a rent estimate of $1,435/month.

Home Details for 3825 E 42nd St

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 5
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: AsphaltDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Concrete
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1959
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7492 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 26, 2023 Source: DMMLS #672596	Sold	$253,000
May 9, 2023 Source: DMMLS #672596	Pending	$250,000
May 6, 2023 Source: DMMLS #672596	Listed For Sale	$250,000
Dec 9, 2022 Source: DMMLS #662786	Sold	$130,500
Oct 28, 2022 Source: DMMLS #662786	Pending	$120,000
Oct 27, 2022 Source: DMMLS #662786	Listed For Sale	$120,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,004	$230,700

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
7y ago
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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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"There are many dog owners and many times they are walking their dogs. It is a dog friendly neighborhood. "
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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 3825 E 42nd St

What is 3825 E 42nd St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3825 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is $249,700.
What is the price history for 3825 E 42nd St?
3825 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $253,000 in June 2023.
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 3825 E 42nd St have air conditioning?
Yes, 3825 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 3825 E 42nd St?
The lot at 3825 E 42nd St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).