3835 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
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SOLD
AUG 4, 2026

$146,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 882 sqft

3835 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Highland Park
Est. Refi. Payment $1,019/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 4, 2026 for $146,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$146K
Since last month
Increased$100 (+0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$4K (+2.8%)
Since last sale
$0 (0%)
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 +53% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$146K
August 2026$146K
May 2026$135K
April 2026$140K
March 2026$140K
February 2026$135K
January 2026$136K
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2024
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2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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2016

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
3723 Wright St, Des Moines, IA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$160,000
02/13/26
3
1
855
3940 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$230,000
07/24/26
2
1
720
4031 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$125,000
04/29/26
2
1
887
3701 Amherst St, Des Moines, IA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$118,500
05/27/26
2
1
704
3521 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$158,500
08/27/26
2
1
852
4024 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$152,000
02/05/26
2
1
784
3909 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$180,000
06/30/26
2
1.5
772
3507 Bowdoin St, Des Moines, IA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$168,000
04/15/26
2
1
940

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
811 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.02
$178,400
2
1
867
Off Market
3850 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.04
$199,200
3
2
1,049
Off Market
820 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.06
$155,000
2
1
872
Off Market
3909 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.06
$180,000
2
1.5
772
Recently Sold
3818 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.06
$160,600
2
1
714
Off Market
3914 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.08
$175,000
2
1.5
744
Recently Sold
3825 N Union St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.08
$270,600
3
2
1,340
Off Market
3801 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.08
$202,500
2
2
790
Off Market
705 Hoffman Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.11
$215,000
3
2
1,000
For Sale
817 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.11
$200,300
3
2
1,122
Off Market
3917 E 9th St, Des Moines, IA 50316
0.12
$185,700
3
1
720
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1939
882 sqft
$166/sqft

About this House

Nicely updated 2-bedroom ranch home with an oversized 2-car detached garage. The home is located near Madison Elementary School. Dining area features sliders to a deck and fenced-in backyard. There is an additional room in the basement that can be used as a non-conforming bedroom. All appliances are included. The home is located within an NFC neighborhood and new homeowner may be eligible for a $10,000 grant. Has a tenant and requires 24-hour notice to show.
3835 E 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50316 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 882 sqft single-family home in Highland Park, built in 1939. It last sold for the $146,000 asking price on Aug 4, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $146,000, with a rent estimate of $1,138/month.
Last check for updates: about 18 hours ago
Listed by Angie Brown, (515) 453-5397
Iowa Realty Mills Crossing
Bought with: Hannah Garrison, RE/MAX Precision
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#744111

Home Details for 3835 E 8th St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 882 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, WasherDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Gas,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Chain LinkExterior: DeckFoundation: Brick/Mortar
Frontage
Road Surface Type: ConcreteNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1939
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cape Cod,Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Metal Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 11003479000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $146,000Price Per Sqft: $166/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jul 06 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

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: 882 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6926.04 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 744111Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 515-453-5397Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-11003479000000-R-N

Additional Information

Days On Market Replication: 5

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 4, 2026
Source: DMMLS #744111
Sold
$146,000
Jul 6, 2026
Source: DMMLS #744111
Pending
$146,000
Jun 29, 2026
Source: DMMLS #744111
Listed For Sale
$146,000
Feb 1, 2019
Source: DMMLS #572781
Sold
$78,624
Feb 1, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$83,200

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$215K
$3.57KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$191
$0MoM
Available listings
1022
12MoM

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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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 3835 E 8th St

  • What is 3835 E 8th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3835 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA is $146,000.
  • What is the price history for 3835 E 8th St?
    3835 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $146,000 in August 2026.
  • Is Des Moines a buyer's or seller's market?
    Des Moines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Des Moines?
    The median sale price in Des Moines is $215K. That is up $3.57K from the prior month.
  • Does 3835 E 8th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3835 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • Does 3835 E 8th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 3835 E 8th St in Des Moines, IA has in-unit laundry.

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