3827 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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SOLD
APR 24, 2026

3827 E 27th St
Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 800 sqft (on 0.61 acres)

$182,000

Last Sold: Apr 24, 2026
4% over list $175K
$228/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,227/mo*
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$182,000

Last Sold: Apr 24, 2026
4% over list $175K
$228/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,227/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
800 sqft
(on 0.61 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

Sitting on an incredible .615-acre lot, this property offers rare space and privacy while still being conveniently located. Whether you?ve been dreaming of a huge backyard, space for entertaining, gardening, or simply room to roam ? this one delivers!

The home features 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, with a functional layout and plenty of natural light throughout. Downstairs, the lower level offers excellent potential for additional finished living space ? perfect for a family room, home office, workout area, or extra storage.

Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, or anyone needing extra space will appreciate the large 2-car detached garage, providing ample room for vehicles, tools, and projects.
3827 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 800 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1965. It last sold for $182,000 on Apr 24, 2026 (4% above the $175,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $182,000, with a rent estimate of $1,184/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$228/sqft
Listed
80 days ago

Home Details for 3827 E 27th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 800 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, StoveDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Poured
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

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 8

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1965
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: See RemarksDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06001620000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $175,000Price Per Sqft: $228/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Mar 25 2026

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: 800 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.61 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Contract, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 734878Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (641) 891-8178Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06001620000000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 8
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Christopher Foster, (641) 891-8178
Weichert, Realtors - The 515 Agency
Bought with: Shane Kennedy, (515) 250-3464, LPT Realty, LLC
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#734878

Price History for 3827 E 27th St

DatePriceEventSource
04/24/2026$182,000Sold
DMMLS #734878
03/25/2026$175,000PendingDMMLS #734878
03/20/2026$175,000PriceChange
DMMLS #734878
02/25/2026$165,000PendingDMMLS #734878
02/21/2026$165,000Listed For SaleDMMLS #734878
02/09/2026$110,000Sold
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$2,944
Assessment$167,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3827 E 27th St

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3851 E 25th St, Des Moines, IA
0.16
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$172,000
05/01/26
2
1
871
2704 Wedgewood Rd, Des Moines, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$185,000
05/08/26
3
1
912
3904 E 26th St, Des Moines, IA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$225,000
06/15/26
3
1
1,248
2519 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$195,000
07/23/25
2
1
777
3926 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$181,460
05/18/26
3
1.5
1,124
2601 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$227,500
08/14/25
3
2
912
3933 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$225,000
06/01/26
3
1
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Neighborhood Overview

Douglas Acres
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What Locals Say about Douglas Acres

At least 10 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 53 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 44 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 23 % Say there's wildlife

  • 13 % Say there are community events

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  • Sbrandybear
    "Quiet, friendly neighbors, well lit and maintained. Close to shopping. Roads well maintained. Community pride."
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  • Melissa
    "There are some known issues of break-in in this area where it is a common occurrence. Too many to count. Keep everything locked up. Use video cameras. Have a dog. You are constantly suspicious of new people walking the area."
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  • Jhagins84
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 12 years I love it here. We have pretty awesome neighbors which is hard to come by. "
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