3838 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
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OFF MARKET

$303,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,320 sqft (on 0.91 acres)

3838 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317

Douglas Acres
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 30, 2023 for $289,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$304K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$7K (+2.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$14K (+4.9%)
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 +167% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$304K
August 2026$303K
July 2026$305K
June 2026$304K
May 2026$299K
April 2026$298K
March 2026$296K
February 2026$293K
January 2026$290K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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
3811 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$300,000
04/15/26
4
2
1,671
2800 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$238,700
09/19/25
3
2
1,484
4110 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA
0.33
Single-Family Home
$257,000
07/13/26
3
2
864
2736 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$273,000
11/10/25
4
2
1,120
2737 E Euclid Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$250,000
12/08/25
3
2
1,512
3933 E 30th St, Des Moines, IA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$225,000
06/01/26
3
1
1,036
2630 NE Aurora Ave, Des Moines, IA
0.54
Single-Family Home
$275,000
05/07/26
3
1.5
1,183

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
3828 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.02
$259,000
3
2
1,400
For Sale
3837 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.08
$333,600
3
2
1,743
Off Market
3811 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.09
$300,000
4
2
1,671
Recently Sold
2800 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.12
$239,000
3
2
1,484
Off Market
2801 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.15
$286,800
5
2
2,240
Off Market
2817 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.16
$276,600
5
2
1,040
Off Market
2744 E Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.15
$149,000
3
1
1,008
Recently Sold
3717 E 28th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.16
$255,500
3
2
1,136
Off Market
2816 E Madison Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.19
$244,900
4
1
980
Recently Sold
3849 E 27th St, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.20
$318,400
4
2.5
2,316
Off Market
2946 E Seneca Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
0.20
$241,200
3
2
1,146
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 1927
0.91 acre lot
1,320 sqft
$230/sqft
Garage

About this House

Remodeled home that features 4 bedrooms (one non conforming) and two bathrooms. New interior paint/new flooring/new roof and plenty of space to enjoy time at home. Looking for an additional opportunity? Property features a two car detached garage with space behind it that could be a shop or used for whatever lawful purpose a new owner could envision. Additionally, the home sits on nearly an acre of land for which the new owner is afforded the vision to use at their lawful discretion. This is definitely "OPPORTUNITY KNOCKING'.
3838 E 29th St, Des Moines, IA 50317 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,320 sqft single-family home in Douglas Acres, built in 1927. It last sold for $289,900 on Aug 30, 2023 (3% below the $299,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $303,500, with a rent estimate of $1,606/month.
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by Audra Sypolt, (515) 783-8310
RE/MAX Concepts
Don Hocking, (515) 418-4065
RE/MAX Concepts
Bought with: Audra Sypolt, (515) 783-8310, RE/MAX Concepts
Originating MLS: Des Moines Area Association of REALTORS
Source: DMMLS, MLS#678733

Home Details for 3838 E 29th St

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1320 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleFoundation: Block, Poured
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Garage,Two Car Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 15

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1927
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06001562000000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $299,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Aug 03 2023

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: 1320 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

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

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.91 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Contract, FHA

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 678733Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (515) 783-8310Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-19153-N-06001562000000-R-N

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 30, 2023
Source: DMMLS #678733
Sold
$289,900
Aug 3, 2023
Source: DMMLS #678733
Pending
$299,000
Jul 20, 2023
Source: DMMLS #678733
Listed For Sale
$299,000
Dec 19, 2022
Source: DMMLS #661609
Sold
$135,000
Oct 7, 2022
Source: DMMLS #661609
Listed For Sale
$144,200

Market trends in Des Moines

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$214K
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$192
$1MoM
Available listings
1060
36MoM

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 3838 E 29th St

  • What is 3838 E 29th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3838 E 29th St in Des Moines, IA is $303,500.
  • What is the price history for 3838 E 29th St?
    3838 E 29th St in Des Moines, IA last sold for $289,900 in August 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 3838 E 29th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3838 E 29th St in Des Moines, IA has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 3838 E 29th St?
    The lot at 3838 E 29th St in Des Moines, IA is about 0.91 acres (39,640 sq ft).

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